Whatcom County Lis Pendens Form

Last validated September 3, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Whatcom County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Acme, Bellingham, Blaine, Custer, Deming, Everson, Ferndale, Lummi Island and 5 more.

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Whatcom County Lis Pendens Form

Whatcom County Lis Pendens Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements. Space provided for multiple parties to the case.

Document last validated 9/3/2026
Whatcom County Lis Pendens Guide

Whatcom County Lis Pendens Guide

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Document last validated 8/24/2026
Whatcom County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Whatcom County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 8/31/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Whatcom County Auditor: Recording

Address:
311 Grand Ave, Suite 103
Bellingham, Washington 98225

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (360) 778-5100

Recording Tips for Whatcom County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates

Cities and Jurisdictions in Whatcom County

Properties in any of these areas use Whatcom County forms:

  • Acme
  • Bellingham
  • Blaine
  • Custer
  • Deming
  • Everson
  • Ferndale
  • Lummi Island
  • Lynden
  • Maple Falls
  • Nooksack
  • Point Roberts
  • Sumas

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Whatcom County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Whatcom 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 Whatcom County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Whatcom 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 Whatcom 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 Whatcom County?

Recording fees in Whatcom County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (360) 778-5100 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

When an action that has been commenced and affects title to real property, any party to the case may file a Lis Pendens. Once recorded the Lis Pendens gives (constructive notice to a purchaser or encumbrancer of the) subject (property). (Every person) who subsequently purchases or encumbrances the subject property, (shall be bound by all proceedings taken after the filing of such notice to the same extent as if he or she were a party to the action.) (RCW 4.28.320) A Lis Pendens is not a lien but in effect acts like one, because of the fear of being bound to the results of the legal proceedings.

Such Lis Pendens shall contain:
(the names of the parties)
(the object of the action and)
(a description of the real property in that county affected thereby) (RCW 4.28.320)

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Important: Your property must be located in Whatcom County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Whatcom County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Whatcom 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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