Municipal Lien Request Form

Overview

This document is a form for the City of Altoona to request municipal liens. It is designed for use by attorneys, settlement agents, or companies needing to verify property status regarding city obligations.

Fees and Payment

• Cost: $20. 00 per property/parcel.
• Payable To: The City of Altoona.
• Submission Address: Codes & Inspections Department 1301 12th Street, Suite 103 Altoona, PA 16601

Required Information

To complete the form, the requester must provide:

• Requester Details: Company name, Attorney/Settlement Agent name, full address, phone number, and email.
• Property Details: Name of the property owner, full property address, city, state, zip code, and Tax Map Number.

Contact Information

• Codes & Inspections Department: 814-949-2458

Important Notes

The form specifies that certain liens are not covered by this request and must be handled separately:

• Water/Sewer Liens: Contact 814-949-2540 (specifically for taps and dye testing).
• Tax Liens: These must be requested from the following entities:
  • Altoona Area School District: 814-946-8438
  • HA Berkheimer: 814-949-2539 or 866-300-1714
  • Blair County Tax Claim Bureau: 814-317-2361