Wasatch County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Wasatch County in 2026

Members of the public seeking government documents in Wasatch County, Utah, may access a range of publicly available information through official county offices, state court systems, and online portals. WasatchRecords.us provides a directory of resources that may assist individuals in locating publicly available data. Records that may be available include property documents, court filings, vital records, tax assessments, and meeting minutes, though availability and completeness vary by record type and the office that maintains them.

Online Access:

Several online tools are currently available for searching Wasatch County public records without visiting an office in person:

The Wasatch County official website provides access to property tax information, the county code, and departmental resources.
The Wasatch County Recorder's Office maintains real property records and provides online access to land records for the county.
Court records may be searched statewide through Xchange: Public Case Search, the Utah Courts' online case lookup tool. Registration is required to access certain case details.
Parcel data, aerial imagery, roads, and address layers are accessible through Wasatch County Mapping Services.
Public notices and meeting information for the Wasatch County Council are published on the Utah Public Notice Website.

In-Person Requests:

Members of the public may inspect records in person at the relevant county office. The Wasatch County Recorder's Office is located at 25 N Main Street, Heber City, UT 84032. The Fourth District Court serving Wasatch County is located at 1361 S Highway 40, Heber City, UT 84032. Requestors should bring a valid government-issued photo identification and be prepared to describe the record sought with sufficient specificity to allow staff to locate it.

Written/Mail Requests:

Written requests may be submitted by mail to the appropriate office. Requests should include the requestor's full name, mailing address, a description of the record sought, and the preferred format for delivery. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-204, a governmental entity must respond to a records request within ten business days of receiving it.

Phone/Email:

Wasatch County Recorder's Office: (435) 654-3211
Fourth District Court, Heber City: (435) 654-4676

What Are Public Records in Wasatch County?

Public records in Wasatch County are defined under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), codified at Utah Code § 63G-2-103, as any document, letter, book, map, photograph, film, recording, or other material, regardless of physical form, that is prepared, owned, received, or retained by a governmental entity in the conduct of public business. The following categories of records are maintained by various Wasatch County offices:

Court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family law matters) — maintained by the Fourth District Court and searchable through the Utah Division of Archives and Records Service court records guide
Property records (deeds, mortgages, liens, and assessments) — maintained by the Wasatch County Recorder's Office
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates) — administered through the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics; local health department contacts are listed through the Utah Vital Records local health departments directory
Business records (licenses, permits, and fictitious business names) — maintained by the Wasatch County Clerk's Office
Tax records (property tax and assessment records) — maintained by the Wasatch County Assessor and Treasurer
Voting and election records — maintained by the Wasatch County Clerk
Meeting minutes and agendas — published by the Wasatch County Council and available through the Utah Public Notice Website
Budget and financial documents — available through the Wasatch County Finance Department
Law enforcement records (arrest logs and incident reports, where permitted) — maintained by the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records — maintained by the Wasatch County Planning Department; parcel data is accessible through county mapping services

Is Wasatch County an Open Records County?

Wasatch County follows Utah's statewide open records framework and is subject to the Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, all records are presumed to be public unless a specific statutory exemption applies. The Utah Division of Archives and Records Service states that "GRAMA provides a right of access to records that are public, and governmental entities must make public records available for inspection and copying upon request."

The Wasatch County Council, as the county's governing body, is subject to Utah's Open and Public Meetings Act, which requires that meetings be open to the public and that agendas and minutes be made available. Meeting notices are published through the Wasatch County Council's public notice page on the Utah.gov Public Notice Website. The county does not maintain a separate local open records ordinance that supersedes state law; GRAMA governs all public records requests submitted to county offices.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Wasatch County?

The fee structure for public records in Wasatch County is governed by GRAMA and the Utah Administrative Code. Under current law, governmental entities may charge fees that do not exceed the actual cost of providing the record. Standard fees that may apply include:

Fee Type	Standard Rate
Paper copies (black and white)	$0.10–$0.25 per page
Certified copies (property records)	$1.00–$5.00 per document
Electronic copies	Actual cost of duplication
Search and compilation fees	Charged only when extraordinary time is required
Inspection of records	No charge

Certification fees for vital records differ and are set by the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics. Accepted payment methods at the Wasatch County Recorder's Office include cash, check, and credit card. Fee waivers may be available for indigent requestors or when disclosure is in the public interest, as provided under Utah Code § 63G-2-203. Requestors seeking a fee waiver must submit a written request explaining the basis for the waiver.

Does Wasatch County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available at the offices that maintain them. Members of the public may review records in person at no charge at the Wasatch County Recorder's Office, the County Clerk's Office, and the Fourth District Court during regular business hours. Charges apply only when copies are requested.

Several online resources provide free access to Wasatch County records without requiring in-person visits:

The Wasatch County Recorder's Office provides free online access to real property records.
The Xchange public case search tool allows free basic case lookups through the Utah Courts system.
Parcel maps, aerial imagery, and address data are freely accessible through Wasatch County Mapping Services.
Public meeting notices and agendas for the Wasatch County Council are published at no cost on the Utah Public Notice Website.

The distinction between free inspection and free copies is significant: while viewing a record in person carries no fee, obtaining a physical or electronic copy is subject to the fee schedule described above.

Who Can Request Public Records in Wasatch County?

Any person may submit a public records request in Wasatch County. Under GRAMA, requestors are not required to be Utah residents, to provide identification, or to state the purpose of their request in order to access public records. This applies to individuals, businesses, organizations, and members of the press equally.

Certain record types carry additional access restrictions. Vital records such as birth and death certificates are restricted to the subject of the record, immediate family members, legal representatives, and others with a demonstrated legal interest, as governed by Utah Code and administered through the Utah Office of Vital Records. Juvenile court records and sealed court records require a court order for access. Requestors seeking their own records held by a government agency may be required to provide proof of identity to prevent unauthorized disclosure of personal information.

Non-residents retain the same rights as residents under GRAMA and may submit requests by mail, in person, or electronically. The Utah Courts' Xchange case search system is accessible to any member of the public with internet access, subject to the access classifications established under the Utah Code of Judicial Administration.

What Records Are Confidential in Wasatch County?

Not all government records in Wasatch County are available to the public. GRAMA establishes categories of records that are classified as private, controlled, or protected. The Utah Division of Archives notes that "some records in some civil court actions" became private effective April 1, 2012, following changes to the Utah Code of Judicial Administration 4-202.02. The following categories of records are exempt from public disclosure under current law:

Sealed court records and expunged criminal records
Juvenile court records
Records related to ongoing law enforcement investigations
Personal identifying information, including Social Security numbers and financial account data
Medical and mental health records protected under HIPAA
Adoption records
Child welfare and protective services records
Government employee personnel records (with limited exceptions for disciplinary actions)
Trade secrets and proprietary business information submitted to government agencies
Security plans and critical infrastructure details

Under Utah Code § 63G-2-302, private records may be disclosed only to the subject of the record, their legal representative, or pursuant to a court order. Governmental entities are required to apply a balancing test when a record does not fall clearly within a defined exemption, weighing the public interest in disclosure against the privacy interest of the individual.

Wasatch County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Office Name: Wasatch County Recorder's Office

Physical Address:
25 N Main Street
Heber City, UT 84032

Phone: (435) 654-3211
Website: Wasatch County Recorder's Office

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed on state and federal holidays

Fourth District Court – Heber City
1361 S Highway 40
Heber City, UT 84032
(435) 654-4676
Wasatch County – Heber City – Utah Courts

Wasatch County Clerk's Office
25 N Main Street
Heber City, UT 84032
(435) 654-3211
Wasatch County, UT – Official Website

Town of Hideout (Municipal Records)
5765 E Sagewood Drive
Hideout, UT 84036
(435) 709-5910
Town of Hideout, Wasatch County