Stark County Phone Directory

The Stark County phone directory puts you in touch with public offices across the Canton area and the rest of the county. This page covers direct phone numbers, web links, and office details for departments that keep public records in Stark County. You can use it to call the auditor, recorder, or clerk of courts without getting bounced around. Most of these offices sit near the county seat at 110 Central Plaza South in Canton, OH 44702. The recorder even runs a 24/7 online system for searches, so you can look up records outside of normal hours. If you need a deed, a court file, or a vital record, the Stark County phone directory contacts here will point you in the right direction.

Stark County Auditor Phone Directory

The Stark County Auditor handles property tax data, real estate values, and parcel records for the entire county. This office is one of the most used entries in the Stark County phone directory because tax questions drive a lot of calls. You can reach the auditor through the Stark County Auditor website, which has links to property searches, tax tools, and contact information.

The auditor also manages the Homestead Exemption program. This gives a property tax discount to qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners in Stark County. Under ORC 4503.065, eligible residents can reduce the taxable value of their home. The auditor's office processes all applications for this program in the county. If you think you qualify, call the office or check the website for forms and deadlines. The auditor's property search tool lets you look up any parcel by owner name or street address. Results show assessed values, tax bills, and sale history. This is a good starting point when you need to find contact details tied to a piece of real estate in Stark County.

You can view the Stark County Auditor's website below, which serves as the main hub for property tax data and parcel searches.

The auditor's site is a central resource in the Stark County phone directory. It connects you to tax records, property data, and exemption programs all in one place.

Search Stark County Recorder Phone Contacts

The Stark County Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages, liens, and vital records for the county. What sets this office apart is the 24/7 online access. You can search recorded documents at any hour through the Stark County Recorder website. That makes it one of the most flexible phone directory resources in the county. Most Ohio recorder offices only let you search during business hours, but Stark County keeps the system running all the time.

The recorder also handles vital records. There are separate phone lines for different record types. Call 330-493-9904 for birth and death records. For marriage records, the number is 330-451-7755. Divorce records have their own line at 330-451-7993. These direct lines help you skip the main switchboard and get to the right desk on the first call. Staff can tell you what is on file, how to order copies, and what fees apply. Certified copies of vital records follow the fee schedule set by the Ohio Department of Health and state law.

Under ORC 149.43, most recorded documents are public records. The recorder must provide access within a reasonable time. You do not need to state a reason for your request. The online portal is the fastest way to search, but you can also call or visit the office in Canton during business hours.

Here is the Stark County Recorder's online portal, where you can search recorded documents and vital records around the clock.

The recorder's 24/7 system is one of the standout features of the Stark County phone directory. You can pull up deeds and other recorded instruments without waiting for office hours.

Stark County Clerk of Courts Directory

The Stark County Clerk of Courts manages filings for civil lawsuits, criminal cases, and traffic matters in the Common Pleas Court. The office is in Canton near the county courthouse. You can find case search tools and contact information on the Stark County Clerk of Courts website.

Court records in Ohio are public under ORC 149.43. Anyone can search for case parties, check hearing dates, and get copies of filings. The clerk's online docket search lets you look up cases by name or case number. Results show filing dates, party names, and case status. This tool is useful for the Stark County phone directory because it helps you find people connected to court matters without making a call. If you need certified copies, the clerk's office can provide them during business hours. Standard copy fees follow the schedule set in Ohio Revised Code Section 2303.26. Most copies run a few cents per page, with certified copies costing more.

The clerk also processes auto title transfers and some administrative filings. For those services, call the office or visit in person at the Canton courthouse. Staff can walk you through what forms you need and what fees apply.

Stark County Public Records Access

Ohio's public records law is clear. Most records held by government offices are open to anyone. You do not need to be a Stark County resident. You do not need to give a reason. The office must respond in a reasonable time. If a request is turned down, staff have to explain why in writing.

The Stark County phone directory connects you to the offices that hold these records. Each one has its own search tools and phone lines. The auditor handles property and tax data. The recorder stores deeds, vital records, and land documents. The clerk keeps court case files. Knowing which office to contact first saves you from being transferred around. Many searches can be done online for free, but calling is still the fastest way to get answers to specific questions or to order certified copies.

• Property and tax records: Stark County Auditor
• Deeds and mortgages: Stark County Recorder (24/7 online)
• Birth and death records: 330-493-9904
• Marriage records: 330-451-7755
• Divorce records: 330-451-7993
• Court case files: Stark County Clerk of Courts

These Stark County phone directory numbers are the starting point for any public records search in the county.

How to Use This Stark County Directory

Pick the office that matches your search. Tax questions go to the auditor. Deed searches go to the recorder. Court lookups go to the clerk. Each one has a website and a phone number listed on this page.

For online searches, the recorder's 24/7 portal is the most flexible tool in the Stark County phone directory. You can search at any time without waiting for office hours. The auditor's property search is also available online during most hours. The clerk's docket search lets you look up court cases by name or number. All three are free to use and do not require you to create an account. If you need to speak to someone, call during weekday business hours. The main offices are in Canton at or near 110 Central Plaza South. Bring a photo ID if you plan to pick up records in person. Staff at each office can help you find what you need and explain the copy fees that apply to your request.

Cities in Stark County

Stark County includes Canton, Massillon, and a number of smaller communities. All of them use the county offices listed above for property records, recorded documents, and court filings.

Each city has its own local offices for things like police reports and building permits. For county-level records, use the Stark County phone numbers listed above.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Stark County. If you need phone directory records from outside this area, check the correct county page.