Shelby County General Power of Attorney Form

Last validated July 30, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Shelby County Power of Attorney Form

Shelby County Power of Attorney Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 7/10/2026
Shelby County Power of Attorney Guidelines

Shelby County Power of Attorney Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/30/2026
Shelby County Completed Example of the Power of Attorney

Shelby County Completed Example of the Power of Attorney

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/27/2026
Shelby County Agents Certification Form

Shelby County Agents Certification Form

Agent certifies he/she is authorized to act. Often required by third parties.

Document Last Validated 6/19/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Shelby County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Shelby County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 612 Court St, Rm 201 / PO Box 67
Harlan, Iowa 51537-0067

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (712) 755-5640

Recording Tips for Shelby County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Shelby County

Properties in any of these areas use Shelby County forms:

  • Defiance
  • Earling
  • Elk Horn
  • Harlan
  • Irwin
  • Kirkman
  • Panama
  • Portsmouth
  • Westphalia

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Shelby County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Shelby County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Shelby County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Shelby County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Shelby County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Shelby County?

Recording fees in Shelby County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (712) 755-5640 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

This power of attorney authorizes another person (your agent) to make decisions concerning your property for you (the principal). Your agent will be able to make decisions and act with respect to your property (including but not limited to your money) whether or not you are able to act for yourself. The meaning of authority over subjects listed on this form is explained in the Iowa Uniform Power of Attorney Act, Iowa Code chapter 633B.
Subjects
(______) Real Property (633B.204)
(______) Tangible Personal Property (633B.205)
(______) Stocks and Bonds (633B.206)
(______) Commodities and Options (633B.207)
(______) Banks and Other Financial Institutions (633B.208)
(______) Operation of Entity or Business (633B.209)
(______) Insurance and Annuities (633B.210)
(______) Estates, Trusts, and Other Beneficial Interests (633B.2I I)
(______) Claims and Litigation (633B.212)
(______) Personal and Family Maintenance (633B.213)
(______) Benefits from Governmental Programs or Civil or Military Service (633B.214)
(______) Retirement Plans (633B.215)
(______) Taxes (633B.216)

(Iowa POA Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)


Important: Your property must be located in Shelby County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This General Power of Attorney meets all recording requirements specific to Shelby County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Shelby County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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