Skip to content Skip to navigation

County Clerk FAQ

List of frequently asked questions (FAQ) for County Clerk.

How can I find out what a property sold for?

Real estate sales price information is not considered open record in Kansas (K.S.A. 79-1437f). A licensed appraiser or real estate broker may be able to help you find the information you seek.

 back to top of page

How do I change the mailing address on my tax bill?

Contact us or the Douglas County Treasurer by email, phone or US Mail and we will update your mailing address.

 back to top of page

How do I find out what the boundaries of my property are?

Contact the Register of Deeds to see if a plat or survey is on file for your property.

 back to top of page

How long does it take to get a certified property ownership list?

Usually a list can be ready in 24 to 48 hours. Special circumstances may require a longer time frame.

 back to top of page

What is a W-9?

The W-9 is an IRS form requesting official information about a vendor. Douglas County, KS uses this information to report vendor payments to the IRS (via 1099M), when required. The W-9 should be completed and returned to Douglas County, not the IRS.

 back to top of page

When are checks cut and mailed?

Usually checks are cut and mailed every Thursday after the County Commissioners have met on Wednesday afternoon and approve the Accounts Payable report. Occasionally, holidays or other circumstances change the schedule.

 back to top of page

Whom do I contact about an outstanding invoice?

Contact the department with whom you are doing business or Julie Dahlem, accountspayable@douglascountyks.org, in Accounts Payable.

 back to top of page