Versailles Kentucky Residents Directory
Versailles is the county seat of Woodford County in the Bluegrass region. The city is known for its horse farms and historic downtown. Residents can access city records through the City Clerk's Office. County records are available through the Woodford County Clerk. This directory provides contact information for these resources.
Versailles Quick Facts
Versailles City Clerk Records Access
The Versailles City Clerk maintains official municipal records. The office keeps minutes from city council meetings. They store ordinances and resolutions too. Contracts and agreements are filed here.
| Phone | (859) 873-5701 |
|---|---|
| Address | 196 S. Main Street Versailles, KY 40383 |
| Website | versaillesky.com |
The City Clerk responds to open records requests. Submit your request in writing. Include your name and contact details. Describe the records you need. The office follows state law.
Copy fees are ten cents per page. Certified copies cost more. You can inspect records during business hours. The clerk provides space for review.
Versailles Open Records Request Process
Versailles follows the Kentucky Open Records Act. Residents can inspect public documents. Requests must be in writing. Include your signature.
Contact the City Clerk for municipal records. They maintain council minutes and ordinances. Budget documents are available. Permits and licenses are on file.
The city responds within five business days. This is the standard time. They provide copies or allow inspection. Fees follow state guidelines.
For police or fire records, contact those departments. The City Clerk does not maintain safety records. Each department has its own custodian.
Woodford County Clerk for Versailles Residents
The Woodford County Clerk maintains records for all county residents. This includes Versailles and surrounding areas. The office handles land records and vital statistics. They process vehicle registration too.
Land records include deeds and mortgages. These documents show property ownership. You can search by name or description. Many records are available online.
The county clerk issues marriage licenses. They register voters for elections. Motor vehicle licensing is a key service. Office hours are Monday through Friday.
The Woodford County Clerk is located in Versailles. The office is at 103 S. Main Street. You can call them at (859) 873-3421. Email woodfordcountyclerk@windstream.net for questions.
Woodford County PVA Property Records
The Property Valuation Administrator assesses all property in Woodford County. This includes Versailles and the rural areas. The PVA determines values for tax purposes. You can search records online.
Visit the Woodford County PVA website to search. Enter an address or owner name. Results show assessed values and details. Sales history may appear too.
The PVA office is in Versailles. They can answer assessment questions. They handle appeals on property values. Contact them during regular hours.
Woodford County Circuit Court Access
The Woodford County Circuit Court handles civil and criminal cases. The Circuit Clerk maintains all court records. The courthouse is located in Versailles. You can request copies of documents.
Court records are public under Kentucky law. Search cases through CourtNet 2.0. This statewide system shows case info. Contact the clerk for full copies.
The circuit court processes felony cases. Civil suits over five thousand dollars are heard here. Family court handles divorce and custody. District court manages misdemeanors.
Versailles History and Heritage
Versailles was founded in 1792. It was named for the palace in France. The city became the Woodford County seat. The area is known for horse farms.
Woodford County was formed in 1788. It was the ninth county in Kentucky. The Bluegrass region had rich soil. Farmers raised horses and cattle here.
Historical records are available locally. The Woodford County Historical Society has archives. The county clerk has old land records. Some date to the 1700s.
Woodford County Residents Directory
Versailles is the county seat of Woodford County. For additional records and resources, visit the Woodford County page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are located near Versailles in the Bluegrass region.