Bill > HB2281

This bill modifies the fees and recording requirements for documents submitted to county recorders of deeds in Missouri. The bill establishes detailed formatting standards for documents, including requirements for page size, margins, font size, ink color, and information placement. Documents must now have a three-inch top margin for recorder certification, be printed on one side of white or light-colored paper, and include specific information on the first page such as document title, date, grantor and grantee names, property description, and other key details. The bill updates fee structures for recording various types of documents, with specific changes to fees for recording plats, surveys, and other land division drawings. For example, the fee for recording a survey or condominium plat now varies based on the physical size of the drawing, with prices ranging from $25 to $60 per sheet depending on dimensions. The bill also allows recorders to charge additional fees for document preparation, copying, and other services, and provides exemptions for certain documents like military papers and documents signed before January 1, 2002. If a document does not meet the formatting requirements, an additional $25 fee may be charged.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2281&year=2026&code=R