Property records in Kentucky are maintained at the county level. The Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) handles property valuations and assessment data. The County Sheriff handles tax bills and payments. These are separate offices with separate databases.
What this page covers: Kentucky property assessment lookups, tax record searches, and parcel/ownership data. What it does not cover: Recorded documents like deeds and mortgages (those are on the Recorded Documents page) or property transfer history.
Where to start: For property values and tax assessments, start with the Property Valuation Administrator (PVA). For tax payment history and bills, go to the County Sheriff. For ownership verification, you may need both the assessment records and the recorded documents.
Common mistake: Property assessment records (values and taxes) and recorded documents (deeds and liens) are maintained by different offices in Kentucky. The Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) handles assessments; the County Clerk handles recordings. Search both if you need the full picture.
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