This page helps users handle Official Records tasks in Lee County, Florida, including searching land records, viewing recorded documents, ordering certified copies, and knowing when to contact the Lee County Clerk of Court & Comptroller.
Lee County’s Official Records Services covers recorded records such as deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, certificates of title, lis pendens, marriage licenses, judgments, death certificates, military discharges, and related documents.
Landmark Web Official Records Search
The main public search tool for Lee County Official Records is the Landmark Web Official Records Search. It supports several search paths, including name, document, case number, book and page, consideration, record date, clerk file number, and legal search options.
For best results, search all reasonable spelling variations of a proper name. The Clerk notes that users are responsible for assessing the accuracy and reliability of the information they find.
- Name
- Document
- Case number
- Book and page
- Record date
- Clerk file number
- Legal information
Indexing note: provisional records may show an “R” or “I,” while verified documents show a “V.” Provisional records may be changed, modified, deleted, or updated after review.
Official Records Services coverage
Official Records Services provides public access to Lee County Official Records dating back to 1887. The department also assists with information about land records, subdivision plats, and other recorded instruments.
Common Official Records include liens, plats, certificates of title, mortgages, lis pendens, marriage licenses, deeds, judgments, death certificates, military discharges, and more. For a broader overview of the department, use the Official Records Services page.
Copies and e-certified Official Records
Lee County Official Records are open to the public, and most documents can be printed from a personal computer or device through the Official Records search page. Certified copies can be requested online, in person, or by mail.
For electronically certified documents, use Clerk E-Certify for Official Records. Before purchasing, confirm that the receiving agency accepts e-certified records. Some federal and out-of-state agencies may not accept them.
- Verify the document before ordering, because e-certified purchases are non-refundable.
- Use Adobe Acrobat Reader to open encrypted e-certified PDF documents.
- Visit the Clerk’s office for confidential certified Official Records.
- Request certain unavailable online records through the Public Records Request Form or in person.
Record a document in Lee County
The Clerk records deeds and other Official Records documents. Deeds must meet Florida recording requirements, and the Clerk cannot help complete forms. Users preparing a deed may need help from a professional experienced with deed preparation.
Documents can be submitted in person, by mail, electronically through eRecording, or by drop off. Mailed and drop-off submissions must include a self-addressed stamped envelope so recorded documents can be returned.
| Submission method | What to know |
|---|---|
| In person | Use the Fort Myers location at 2115 Second Street or the Cape Coral location at 1039 SE 9th Place. |
| By mail | Send the document and a self-addressed stamped envelope to Lee County Clerk of Courts, PO Box 2278, Fort Myers, FL 33902. |
| Electronically | Use eRecording to file and record documents online with the Official Records Services Office. |
| Drop off | Place documents, payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope in a sealed envelope for the Fort Myers or Cape Coral drop box. |
Recording fees and document taxes
The Clerk collects documentary stamp tax when a deed is recorded. For deeds that transfer an interest in Florida real property, the tax rate is $.70 per $100, or portion of $100, based on the sale, consideration, or transfer amount.
Intangible tax may apply to notes, bonds, or other obligations secured by a mortgage, deed of trust, or similar lien on real property. The stated rate is 2 mills, or $.002 per dollar, on the mortgage amount or amount financed.
For recording estimates, the Landmark Web system includes a document fee calculator for Official Records document types, pages, names, deed consideration, and mortgage consideration.
Property Fraud Alert
Lee County offers Property Fraud Alert as a free notification service for recorded documents that match a registered name or parcel, also called a strap number. Subscribers may register personal names, business names, trusts, and individual parcels.
Notifications are emailed within 24 hours when a matching deed, mortgage, or other land record is recorded in Lee County Official Records. To register, use the Property Fraud Alert registration page.
Property Fraud Alert does not prevent a document from being recorded, but it can help a subscriber notice activity quickly.
Bulk Official Records data
Customers who establish an FTP account with the Clerk’s office can download daily images, indices, and plat images. The Clerk also lists Official Records Recording Data and Images as a bulk data service.
To review available extracts and annual pricing, see the Bulk Data Services page.
Official Records contact information
Use these contacts for Lee County Official Records questions, copy needs, recording issues, and staff-assisted help.
- Official Records — Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 2115 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Phone: (239) 533-5007. Call Center Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
- Official Records — Lee Government Center, 1039 SE 9th Place, 2nd Floor, Cape Coral, FL 33990. Phone: (239) 533-5007. Call Center Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
- Official Records mailing address — P.O. Box 2278, Fort Myers, FL 33902.
Common questions
Where can I search Lee County Official Records online?
Use the Landmark Web Official Records Search to search by name, document, case number, book and page, record date, clerk file number, and other available search options.
What does an “R,” “I,” or “V” mean in search results?
An “R” or “I” marks a provisional record, while a “V” marks a verified document. Provisional records have not yet been fully reviewed or verified for indexing accuracy.
Can I get certified copies of Official Records online?
Yes. Electronically certified Official Records can be ordered online, but users should confirm that the receiving agency accepts e-certified documents before purchasing.
Where do I go for confidential certified Official Records?
Confidential certified Official Records must be purchased through the Official Records Services Department at 2115 Second Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Myers.
How can I be alerted when a document is recorded under my name or parcel?
Register for Property Fraud Alert. The service emails notifications within 24 hours when a matching deed, mortgage, or other land record is recorded in Lee County Official Records.
Who can help if I have trouble with Official Records search results?
Contact the Official Records Office during business hours at (239) 533-5007.