The Monroe County Recorder has the responsibility of registering and titling ATV’s, ORV's, and snowmobiles of Monroe County residents. The registrations expire on December 31st of each year. Titles are required on all ATV’s registered since January 2000, and on all snowmobiles registered since January 1998.

As of July 1, 2009, ATV's, ORV's and snowmobiles are subject to the state sales tax of 6 percent plus local option taxes, if any. This applies to sales by individuals, as well as, dealers.

Items needed when transferring an ATV/snowmobile:

 Bill of Sale Boat, ATV, ORV or Snowmobile
 Title, if applicable (signature of seller required on backside of title)
 Proof sales tax has been paid, if applicable
 Application for Registration, Title and Security Interest

ATV & Snowmobile Laws:

For more information about ATV, ORV and Snowmobile Registrations and Titles, visit the Iowa Department of Natural Resources website.

Forms:

 Application for Registration, Title and Security Interest

The Monroe County Recorder has the responsibility of registering and titling vessels of Monroe County residents and non-residents if the vessel is principally used in Monroe County.

Boat registrations expire on April 30th, every three years starting in 2007. Boat fees are based on the length of the boat. All boats 17 feet and longer require a title (except canoes and kayaks).

Items needed when transferring a boat:

 Bill of Sale Boat
 Most recent registration (signature of seller required on backside of registration)
 Title, if applicable (signature of seller required on backside of title)
 Proof sales tax has been paid, if applicable
 Application for Registration, Title and Security Interest

State Sales Tax Information:

 Sales of boats and other watercraft in Iowa are subject to the state sales tax of 6 percent plus local option taxes, if any. This applies to sales by Individuals, as well as, dealers.
 Anyone purchasing a boat from an individual should obtain a receipt that shows the cost of the boat. The buyer will then pay the sales tax on the cost of the boat to the County Recorder.
 If a trailer is purchased with the boat, the 6% motor vehicle use tax is paid to the County Treasurer.

Boating Laws:

 For state boating law information, visit the Iowa DNR website.
 For federal boating laws, call the U.S. Coast Guard’s Boating Safety Infoline at 1-800-368-5647.

Forms:
 Application for Registration, Title and Security Interest

The Recorder’s office sells fishing, hunting, fur harvestor, deer and wild turkey licenses. Habitat, migratory bird and trout fees may be purchased as well. Our office also has other special licenses available.

For additional hunting information visit the Iowa Department of Natural Resources at https://iowadnr.gov or contact the DNR in Des Moines at 515-281-5918.