Roanoke City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form
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Roanoke City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
City of Roanoke Circuit Court Clerk
Roanoke, Virginia 24016
Hours: 8:15am to 4:45pm Monday thru Friday
Phone: (540) 853-6702
Recording Tips for Roanoke City:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
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Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Roanoke City you only need to order once.
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Are there any recurring fees?
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How much does it cost to record in Roanoke City?
Recording fees in Roanoke City vary. Contact the recorder's office at (540) 853-6702 for current fees.
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To provide constructive notice of a pending lawsuit a Memorandum of Lis Pendens is filed when the claim brought forth (seeks to establish an interest by the filing party in the real property described in the memorandum.) Generally speaking a Memorandum becomes effective when recorded in the County or City, Circuit Court where the property is located. (8.01-268. (B))
The Memorandum of Lis Pendens shall contain:
(the title of the cause or attachment
the general object thereof
the court wherein it is pending
the amount of the claim asserted by the plaintiff
a description of the property
the name of the person whose estate is intended to be affected thereby,
and in an action to enforce a zoning ordinance a description of the alleged violation, shall be admitted to record in the clerk's office of the circuit court of the county or the city wherein the property is located;)(8.01-268. (A))
(Virginia MOLP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Roanoke City to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Roanoke City.
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