Guide to filing construction documents in Sauk County, Wisconsin

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Sauk County should get familiar with the Sauk County Register of Deeds. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Sauk County Register of Deeds, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

The mechanics lien rules in Wisconsin can be complex. Before recording a lien in Sauk County, read Filing a Lien in Wisconsin: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Download Sauk County Register of Deeds Forms:

Lien FAQs for Sauk County

What types of documents can I file at the Sauk County Register of Deeds?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC lien

Which office records mechanics liens in Sauk County, Wisconsin?

Filing in person

You can file your Register of Deeds in person at the Register of Deeds, located at:
Room #122 Sauk County West Square Building 505 Broadway
Baraboo, Wisconsin, WI, 53913

Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

If you need more information, you can call them at (608) 355-3288.

E-Filing

Who can file a lien in Sauk County?

If you provided labor or materials on a construction project located in Sauk County, Wisconsin, then your mechanics lien should be filed here. However, every state has specific rules about who has the right to file a lien, including notice requirements and specific deadlines. To make sure you are allowed to file a lien, visit the Wisconsin Mechanics Lien Guide & FAQ page.

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Sauk County, Wisconsin?

In Wisconsin, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 6 months to file a lien after the last providing labor or materials. Subcontractors and suppliers have 6 months to file after last providing labor or materials.

What are the Sauk County Register of Deeds fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Sauk County, Wisconsin:
$30.00 per document (regardless of pages)

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Sauk County Register of Deeds to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

Visit the Sauk County Register of Deeds fees page for the latest information.

What forms of payment are accepted at the Sauk County Register of Deeds?

Sauk County Register of Deeds accepts the following forms of payment:

Cash, Check or Debit/Credit Card

How do I release a lien in Sauk County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Sauk County Register of Deeds, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
$30.

How do I get copies of documents from the Sauk County Register of Deeds?

In Sauk County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Sauk County Register of Deeds.

In person

Sauk County West Square Building, Room #122 505 Broadway, Baraboo, WI 53913

By mail

Sauk County West Square Building, Room #122 505 Broadway, Baraboo, WI 53913

Electronically

The Sauk County Register of Deeds does not currently have an online resource for requesting document copies

Fees

Certified copy: $1.00