How to Search Anchorage City and Borough, Alaska Records (Start Here)
Anchorage City and Borough, Alaska — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor or auditor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Court cases: Check the local court clerk's office for case search availability.
- Property: Borough Assessor (or Auditor in Ohio) for values. Recorder for deeds and liens.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
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Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Delinquent Civil/Criminal Fines
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Search the Anchorage, Alaska Finance Department database of delinquent fines and fees from traffic citations/minor offenses, crimes.
Zoning & Platting Cases
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Search the Anchorage Planning Department database of platting and zoning cases via interactive map, case number or council.
Property & Tax Records
Building Permit Activity
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Browse the Anchorage Development Services monthly summary and detailed reports of building permit activity to view permit number, contractor.
Building Permits
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Search the Anchorage database of building, administrative and on-site permit reports by parcel/tax ID number, permit number/type, address.
Property & Recorded Documents
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Recorded documents, land records, and property search from the Alaska Recorder's Office.
Property - Tax
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Provided by the Treasury Division of the Municipal Finance Department of Anchorage, Alaska.
Vital Records
Burials | Anchorage Memorial Cemetery
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Search the Anchorage Memorial Cemetery master burial list by last name.
Business, Voter & Other
Anchorage Home Page
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Visit the Anchorage municipality page for government contacts, departments, visitor guides, business resources, zoning codes, online payments.
Bus Routes
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Anchorage Municipality, Public Transportation People Mover database.
Child Care Centers/Homes
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Scroll down to the listings of licensed child care centers/homes on the Anchorage, Alaska Social Services Division website to view facility name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Anchorage City and Borough? ▼
Go to the Alaska Court System (state-run) for court records in Anchorage City and Borough. For online case lookups, use CourtView — it covers Alaska Superior Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Anchorage City and Borough? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the District Recorder (state DNR). For property values and assessment data, go to the Borough Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Borough Treasurer.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Anchorage City and Borough? ▼
Alaska handles vital records at the state level through Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics or any Alaska court office in Anchorage City and Borough.
Are Anchorage City and Borough records available online? ▼
Yes — Anchorage City and Borough has good online coverage. This page lists 11 searchable databases covering court records, property records, vital records, and business filings. Each links directly to an official government portal.
Why is Anchorage City and Borough called a borough instead of a county? ▼
Alaska does not have counties. Boroughs are Alaska's equivalent. Unlike most states, the court system is run by the state (Alaska Court System), not the borough. Property deeds are also recorded at the state level through the Alaska DNR District Recorder, not a borough recorder.
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