Open Records

Fayette County complies with Pennsylvania's Right To Know Law, which took effect January 1, 2009 and which guarantees citizens access to public records of governmental agencies, as defined by law.

On December 18, 2008 the Fayette County Board of Commissioners appointed an Open-Records Officer, adopted the state-based Fee Structure (PDF), and also approved a Guide. The Guide includes a Policy and Procedure specific to Fayette County and in accordance with state law.

Make a Request

Access the Fayette County Right-to-Know Policy and Form. Click here.


Fees

Fayette County has adopted the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records Fee Structure (PDF), to be actual costs and up to costs, as listed.

There is no fee to view a public record.

  1. Who do I contact for permitting questions, including RTK requests (zoning, building)?
  2. I want a copy of a Marriage License or Death Certificate. Do I complete a Right To Know Request Form and contact the Right To Know Officer?
  3. I want copy(ies) of deeds. Do I complete a Right To Know Request Form and contact the Right To Know Officer?
  4. I want copies of Minutes to the Commissioner Meetings, Salary Board Meetings, Retirement Board Meeting and Prison Board Meetings. Do I need to complete a Right To Know Form?
  5. Do I need to contact the Right To Know Officer to obtain a copy of the current or past years General Fund Budget?
View All