Loveland Public Records Search
Loveland public records are available through Larimer County government offices and the city's own departments. Records include court files, property deeds, police reports, building permits, and other official documents. The Colorado Open Records Act allows public access to most government records. You can submit requests online, visit offices in person, or send mail. Loveland residents and anyone else can use these methods to get copies of public records. Some records have fees for research time and copying costs.
Loveland Quick Facts
Larimer County Records for Loveland
Most public records for Loveland are kept at Larimer County offices in Fort Collins. The county seat handles court files, property records, and other county-level documents. Loveland residents use the same county system as people who live in Fort Collins or other parts of Larimer County. All records are managed under Colorado state law and county policies.
Larimer County is committed to providing transparent access to public records. The county website at larimer.gov has information on how to request documents. General questions can be directed to the main county line at 970-498-7000 or by email at info@larimer.org. Different departments have their own procedures for handling records requests.
Common types of county records available for Loveland:
- Court case files and dockets
- Real estate deeds and mortgages
- Marriage licenses and vital records
- Sheriff arrest logs and jail records
- Property tax assessments and payments
- Planning and zoning decisions
Larimer County charges fees for some records. The first hour of research and retrieval is free. After that, the county charges $40 per hour. Physical copies cost $0.25 per page. For large requests with estimated costs over $100, the county may require a $50 deposit before processing begins. Electronic records are often provided at no charge when available in that format.
Court Files and Case Records
Loveland court cases are heard in the 8th Judicial District. The Larimer County Justice Center in Fort Collins houses both the District Court and County Court. Court records for Loveland residents include civil lawsuits, family law matters, criminal cases, probate, and traffic violations. The Clerk of Court maintains all case files and provides public access.
| Court | Larimer County Justice Center |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 LaPorte Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80521 |
| Phone | (970) 494-3508 or (970) 494-3509 |
| 08RecordRequest@judicial.state.co.us | |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
You can search for court records online through the Colorado Judicial Branch website or third-party vendors. LexisNexis offers a statewide court record search at cocourts.com. This database covers Larimer County and all other judicial districts. Search fees apply when viewing case details and documents. For certified copies of court records, you must contact the Clerk of Court directly.
Court fees for Loveland case records are set by the judicial district. A name search costs $5. Paper copies of court documents cost $0.75 per page. Electronic copies are $0.25 per page. Research time is billed at $25 per hour. Certified copies cost $20 per document. All fees must be paid before the Clerk releases records.
Note: Some court records may be sealed or restricted by court order and are not available to the public.
Property and Land Documents
Real estate records for Loveland properties are filed with the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder. This office maintains all deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other documents affecting land titles. Recording these documents creates a public record that anyone can access. The county has an online search system for property records that covers all of Larimer County including Loveland.
Property records can be searched by owner name, address, or legal description. The county's online database is free to use for basic searches. You pay only when you order copies of documents. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. The Clerk and Recorder office is in Fort Collins at the county offices. You can also request records by mail or phone.
Tax records for Loveland properties are kept by the Larimer County Assessor and Treasurer. The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Treasurer collects property taxes and issues receipts. Both offices provide public access to their records. You can search for tax information online or visit the offices in Fort Collins. Assessment and tax payment records are public unless specifically exempt by law.
Human Services and Social Records
Larimer County Human Services keeps records on public assistance programs, child welfare cases, and adult protective services. These records have strict privacy rules under state and federal law. Only authorized people can access most Human Services records. If you are involved in a case or have legal authority, you can request your own records through the department.
Human Services records requests go through a separate process. The department is at 1501 Blue Spruce Drive in Fort Collins. Email requests to RecordsRequests@larimer.org or call 970-498-6444. Processing can take up to 30 business days for complex requests. The first hour of research is free. After that, the department charges $40 per hour. Physical copies cost $0.25 per page. Deposits of $50 are required when the estimated cost exceeds $100.
City Government Records
The City of Loveland maintains its own records for local government operations. These include city council meeting minutes, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and administrative documents. City records are separate from county records. You request city documents through the city clerk or the specific department that created the record.
Building permits and inspection reports for Loveland are handled by the city's Community Development Department. Business licenses and code enforcement records are also kept by city offices. For police reports and incident records, contact the Loveland Police Department. Each city department has its own records custodian who handles public access requests.
City records requests follow the Colorado Open Records Act. The standard response time is three business days. The city may extend the deadline by up to seven additional days if needed. Fees apply for staff time and copying. The first hour is free under state law. Hourly rates for additional time vary by department. Check with the city clerk for current fee schedules.
Birth and Death Certificates
Vital records for Loveland residents are maintained by the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder. Birth and death certificates are available from the county office in Fort Collins. Only certain people can order vital records. You must have a direct relationship to the person on the certificate or legal authority to request it. Photo ID is required when ordering in person.
Marriage licenses for Loveland couples are issued by the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder. Both parties must appear in person with valid identification. The license is good for 35 days from the date of issue. After the marriage, the signed license is returned to the clerk for recording. Certified copies of marriage records can be ordered later.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment also provides vital records. The state office at cdphe.colorado.gov allows online ordering for birth and death certificates. State records include events from 1910 to the present for births and 1900 forward for deaths. The cost is $20 for the first copy and $13 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
Arrest and Criminal History
Criminal history checks for Colorado residents are available from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. The CBI maintains a database of arrests based on fingerprints. You can order a Colorado criminal history online at cbirecordscheck.com for $5. Mail-in requests cost $13 and take longer to process.
CBI records only include Colorado arrests where fingerprints were submitted. Out-of-state convictions do not appear. Sealed records and juvenile cases are excluded from the database. For local arrest records and police reports in Loveland, contact the Loveland Police Department. Booking logs and jail rosters are public unless sealed by court order. Court records show case outcomes and final dispositions.
Larimer County Public Records
Loveland is part of Larimer County, and most public records are handled through county offices in Fort Collins. The county provides access to court files, property deeds, vital records, and many other document types. For a full guide to Larimer County services, office locations, fee schedules, and online resources, visit the county records page.
Other Colorado Cities
Other cities in the northern Colorado region also have public records available. Fort Collins is the county seat for Larimer County and handles many county services. Greeley is in nearby Weld County. Each city has its own local records plus county-level documents.
Explore public records in other cities:
- Fort Collins (Larimer County)
- Greeley (Weld County)
- Longmont (Boulder County)
- Boulder (Boulder County)