Columbia County Notice of Pendency / Lis Pendens Form
Last validated October 20, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Columbia County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Clatskanie, Columbia City, Deer Island, Rainier, Saint Helens, Scappoose, Vernonia, Warren.
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Columbia County Notice of Pendency of an Action Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Columbia County Notice of Pendency Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Columbia County Completed Example of the Notice of Pendency Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference
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Where to Record Your Documents
Columbia County Clerk
St. Helens, Oregon 97051
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 5:00 / Recording: 9:00 to 4:00
Phone: (503) 397-3796
Recording Tips for Columbia County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
Cities and Jurisdictions in Columbia County
Properties in any of these areas use Columbia County forms:
- Clatskanie
- Columbia City
- Deer Island
- Rainier
- Saint Helens
- Scappoose
- Vernonia
- Warren
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Columbia County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Columbia 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 Columbia County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Columbia 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 Columbia 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Columbia County?
Recording fees in Columbia County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (503) 397-3796 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
When filing a case affecting title to real property or at any time after, as long as the case is pending, any party to the suit may file a Pendency of Action. To be effective it must be recorded at the Recorder of Deeds/ Clerks Office in every county where said property is located. (The notice shall be recorded in the same book and in the same manner in which mortgages are recorded.) From the time of recording, the Notice of Pendency, becomes constructive notice to would be purchasers or encumbrancers. Such Notice will contain (the names of the parties, the object of the suit, and the description of the real property in the county involved, affected, or brought in question, signed by the party or the attorney of the party.) (ORS 93.740)
(Oregon Notice of LP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Columbia County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Notice of Pendency / Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Columbia County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Columbia 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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