Genealogy
NYS requirements are followed for genealogical research. Birth records must be on file for at least 75 years, death records for at least 50 years and marriage records for at least 50 years for a genealogy request to be entertained.
Genealogy copy fees are established in Public Health Law 4174(3). The research and copy fee for issuing a genealogy copy, transcript or no record report starts at $22 which includes the research and cost of the copies.
Genealogy Search (dependent on number of years to be searched, unused fees to be refunded): |
|
1 – 3 Years |
$22 |
4 – 10 Years |
$42 |
11 – 20 Years |
$62 |
21 - 30 Years |
$82 |
31 – 40 Years |
$102 |
41 – 50 Years |
$122 |
51 – 60 Years |
$142 |
61 – 70 Years |
$162 |
Click below for the PDF form that you must file at the Town Clerk's office to obtain genealogical information:
New York State Department of Health Required Form