# Recorded Documents

The Recorded Documents container provides insightful details about the subject property that aren't available on basic property and tax records. Some of the enclosed tabs offer convenient tools for you to markup, annotate, and share information without the need for additional software.

## Tax Map and Zoning Map

**The Tax Map tab displays a tax assessment map for the subject property and surrounding area, complete with block and lot numbers, and parcel dimensions.** Use the four dropdown menus on the left to choose a specific map. For example, the **Year** menu is useful for comparing current property sub-divisions against former lots. These maps are typically PDF documents that can be **cropped**, **edited**, **downloaded**, **printed**, and **shared**.

![The Tax Map](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FLg2dncZLthVfixgRndS0%2Fpp_19.jpg?alt=media\&token=6b8d9c64-ad07-4ac4-b820-230d0f0076a1)

**The Zoning Map tab shows how communities are divided into different districts and zones.** Similar to Tax Maps, Zoning Maps are usually PDF documents. This tab offers the same tools and functions as the Tax Map - you can can **crop**, **edit**, **download**, **print**, and **share** a Zoning Map without the need for additional software. For Zoning Maps specifically, click **Codebook** for quick access to relevant statutes related to a respective zone.

![The Zoning Map](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FTuPUk854x6PHvRQ5MEFl%2Fpp_20.jpg?alt=media\&token=c5773811-c4c2-4122-9fbc-b09c4669c21a)

**See below for details of the available tools on the Tax Map and Zoning Map tabs, including guidance on how to use them.**

### Interactive Map

Click **Interactive Map** to enable map panning, scrolling, and to superimpose an aerial image.

 Click **Image Viewer** to go back.

![Utilizing the Interactive Map function to pan and scroll.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FIgWDB8zyNXbAsbCaZlJ4%2Fpp_gif_14.gif?alt=media\&token=1b06e7e7-fd47-4715-8ff7-97364551dc5c)

### Crop

Position and crop a Tax or Zoning Map and download, print, or email the cropped portion.

1. With a Tax or Zoning map open, click **Crop**.
2. Position the map, as desired.\
   Use the **Move** tool to move the map; use the zoom buttons to zoom in and out (you can also roll your mouse's scroll wheel). Use the rotate buttons to rotate the map left or right.
3. Use the crosshairs at the corners of the crop window to reposition it.
4. Click **Download**, **Print**, or **Email**, and follow the prompts.\
   The generated file is of the map's highlighted region.
5. Click **Cancel** to return to the original map.

![Using the Crop function to hone in on a part of the Map.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FP6SSAOpt9tZDrwsSv2Ua%2Fpp_gif_12.gif?alt=media\&token=5eb4842b-00cc-4f7e-a204-389539eb623f)

### Edit

Use our image editor to conveniently markup and annotate a Tax or Zoning Map, without the need to use additional software. Then, download or copy the modified map to your device.

1. From a Tax or Zoning Map, click **Edit**.\
   The image editor opens in another tab in your web browser.

![Click Edit to initiate the Map Editor tool.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FtuGtqFIWz709qoVxVdgr%2Fpp_13.jpg?alt=media\&token=78bb281a-2bf8-4ecf-8a16-7ecc94af6e79)

#### Layout of the Map Editor

![](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FzwTIiVmz4DWi77Zr7LxS%2Fpp_14.jpg?alt=media\&token=f2c688d7-94cf-4d29-a5a2-7f1d1f405690)

<table><thead><tr><th width="150">Number</th><th width="150">Name</th><th width="344.2776203966006">Function</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td> Image Viewer</td><td>The map is displayed here. Use any of the tools from the <strong>Tool Bar (3)</strong> to markup or annotate the map.</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Preview Window</td><td>A birds-eye-view of the image viewer and zoom functions. When the map is zoomed-in, the Preview Window will use a highlighted box to indicate the portion of the map that's displayed. Click <strong>Fit</strong> to reset the zoom function.</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Tool Bar</td><td>The available tools that can be used for modifying the map. With a tool selected, it's settings are displayed in the <strong>Tool Settings Bar (4)</strong>. Any markup/alterations you make are each added as a <strong>Layer (5)</strong> over the original image.<br><br><strong>Tip: Hover your cursor over a tool to reveal its name.</strong></td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Tool Settings Bar</td><td>Select a tool from the <strong>Tool Bar (3),</strong> then refer to the <strong>Tool Settings Bar (4)</strong> to alter such settings as thickness, type, etc.<br><br>When using the Crop tool, you must apply the crop by clicking the <strong>Apply</strong> button from this Bar</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Layers</td><td>Layers allow you to alter the map without destructing the original image. Each alteration you make to the map image is added as a layer on top of the original. <br><br>Rename a layer by double-clicking it. Remove a layer (and the associated edit) by clicking the corresponding red "X".</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Color Options</td><td>Use this box to change the color of any drawing/markup/annotation. You can choose a color from the palate, or enter a specific Hex or RGB code. The latter is handy when you need to abide by brand color guidelines.</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Undo</td><td>While editing a map, click <strong>Undo</strong> to revert any changes/markup you've recently made.</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Save</td><td>Click to save the map image with your alterations. Then, enter the file name, choose the file type (PNG, JPG, JSON, BMP), then click <strong>Ok</strong>.</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Crop a Map

1. Click the **Crop** tool to enable it; then click and drag your cursor to position the crop window. Use the **+** and **-** buttons under **Preview** to zoom the map in/out.
2. Click **Apply Crop** from the Tool Settings Bar.
3. When finished editing, click **Save; choose a file type**; then click **Ok** to save the image to your device.

![Using the Crop tool to hone in on a specific region of the Map.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FLIHZfYmZT6qN6EFyfC4T%2Fpp_gif_13.gif?alt=media\&token=3fa005ad-bc6d-4c7f-ad5c-fc3957cbb87e)

#### Freehand draw on the Map

1. Click either the **Brush**, **Pencil**, or **Marker** tool to enable it.\
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   When the Brush's "Smart Brush" button is enabled, your drawing will leave more of a brush effect when you click and drag fast.\
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   The Marker tool will draw true straight lines. This is great to use as a highlighter.<br>
2. Use the **Tool Settings Bar** to change the tools settings, such as size (thickness).
3. Use the **Color Options** to choose a color for your drawing tool.
4. Apply the drawing by clicking and dragging your cursor over the map. Use the **+** and **-** buttons under **Preview** to zoom the map in/out.\
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   A new layer associated with the edit is added in the Layers box. Optionally rename it by double clicking the layer; or click a layer's red "X" to delete the edit.<br>
5. When finished editing, save the image. \
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   There are three ways you can do this:\
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   Click **Save**; **choose a file type**; then click **Ok** to save the image to your device.\
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   Right-click the image and select **Save Image As...** This will save the image to your device.\
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   Right-click the image and select **Copy**. This will add the image to your device's clipboard. Then, you can paste it where desired.

![](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FiCud1beBtqBKXbmWLwQB%2Fpp_gif_15.gif?alt=media\&token=d2734bb2-fecb-4c78-b8f4-8adcd61fcef7)

#### **Draw Shapes on the Map**

1. Click either the **Line**, **Rectangle**, or **Circle** tool to enable it.
2. Use the **Tool Settings Bar** to change the tool settings, such as size (line thickness).\
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   For a line, use the **Type** dropdown menu to for the option to draw an arrow. Use the **Color Options** to choose a color for your line.\
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   For a rectangle, click **Fill** to draw a rectangle that is pre-filled with the chosen color (see the **Color Options** to modify the color). Click **Square** to draw a box with sides of equal length.\
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   For a circle, click **Fill** to draw a circular shape that that is pre-filled with the chosen color (see the **Color Options** to modify the color). Click **Circle** to draw a perfect circle.<br>
3. Apply the shape by clicking and dragging your cursor over the map. Use the **+** and **-** buttons under **Preview** to zoom the map in/out.\
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   A new layer associated with the edit is added in the Layers box. Optionally rename it by double clicking the layer; or click a layer's red "X" to delete the edit.<br>
4. When finished editing, save the image. \
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   There are three ways you can do this:\
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   Click **Save**; **choose a file type**; then click **Ok** to save the image to your device.\
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   Right-click the image and select **Save Image As...** This will save the image to your device.\
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   Right-click the image and select **Copy**. This will add the image to your device's clipboard. Then, you can paste it where desired.

![Using the Draw tool to add markup to the Map. You can either add a line, rectangle (square) or circle.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FOu5WMQ5kMOkOy0kuqtdb%2Fpp_gif_16.gif?alt=media\&token=f5efe2ae-48d9-49af-930b-52a8d5475dce)

#### **Spot Erase the Map**

You can erase any part of the map, including graphics from the original image.

1. Click the **Erase** tool to enable it.
2. Use the **Tool Settings Bar** to change the diameter of the eraser.\
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   Disable the Strict button to only fade-out (and not fully erase) items within the eraser.<br>
3. Apply the eraser by clicking and dragging your cursor over the map. Use the **+** and **-** buttons under **Preview** to zoom the map in/out.\
   A new layer associated with the edit is added in the Layers box. Optionally rename it by double clicking the layer; or click the red "X" that's next to the layer to delete it (and the edit).<br>
4. When finished editing, save the image. \
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   There are three ways you can do this:\
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   Click **Save**; **choose a file type**; then click **Ok** to save the image to your device.\
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   Right-click the image and select **Save Image As...** This will save the image to your device.\
   \
   Right-click the image and select **Copy**. This will add the image to your device's clipboard. Then, you can paste it where desired.

![Using the Eraser tool to spot portions of the Map.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FJp0JZ1OJm2l4cfkuK3YT%2Fpp_gif_17.gif?alt=media\&token=7127ccad-ae2d-4b5e-8f9d-1ac9367196e0)

#### **Add Text Over the Map**

1. Click the **Text** tool to enable it.
2. Choose a color for the text from the **Color Options** box.
3. Use the **Tool Settings Bar** to change the size, style, alignment, and font of the text.\
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   Enable the Stroke option to add text that is not filled-in with color.<br>
4. Click where you want to place the text on the map.\
   The Edit Text window opens.
5. Type your desired text, then click **Ok**.\
   The text is applied to the map.\
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   A new layer associated with the edit is added in the Layers box. Optionally rename it by double clicking the layer; or click the red "X" that's next to the layer to delete it (and the edit).<br>
6. When finished editing, save the image. \
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   There are three ways you can do this:\
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   Click **Save**; **choose a file type**; then click **Ok** to save the image to your device.\
   \
   Right-click the image and select **Save Image As...** This will save the image to your device.\
   \
   Right-click the image and select **Copy**. This will add the image to your device's clipboard. Then, you can paste it where desired.

![Using the Text tool to add annotations to the Map.](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FfKbUYGhnKrWwCNcT9rzZ%2Fpp_gif_18.gif?alt=media\&token=723a190f-d333-4313-91bc-df634a665553)

### Email

Email a full or cropped Tax or Zoning Map to one or more recipients.

1. From a Tax or Zoning Map, click **Email**.\
   The "Share via email" window opens.<br>
2. Confirm the **From** address.\
   The default email address is tied to your NJ Property Records account. You can optionally change this address from here.<br>
3. Enter one or more email addresses in the **To** field. Separate email addresses with a comma and space.
4. Confirm the **Subject**. You can optionally edit it.
5. In the text box, optionally type a message. This will be displayed in the email sent to the recipients.
6. Confirm the attached images.\
   If you've cropped a map, two separate images will be displayed: the fill map and the cropped version.<br>
7. Optionally enable **Send me a copy**.\
   With this enabled, a copy of the message will be sent to the email address specified in the **From** field.<br>
8. Click **Submit**.\
   The message with attachments is sent to the recipients.

![Using the Email function to share the map (and a cropped version if previously cropped).](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FVULfOS9877DlCVgiSZA3%2Fpp_gif_19.gif?alt=media\&token=c0a502e0-97a1-414c-b56b-fef123442594)

## Property Record Card and Property Assessment Card

The **Property Record Card** provides fine details about a property that aren't available in the tax database. This includes such information as: square footage by floor; number of bedrooms; if the basement is finished; attached items such as decks; heating and cooling system; roofing; exterior finishes; etc.

![Property Record Card sample](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FyYjf9V4bYPQWCp21zy9j%2Fpp_15.jpg?alt=media\&token=17efd3f3-9432-418c-9368-fa862dafb1aa)

The **Property Assessment Card** is an official document issued by the city and mailed to the property owner. It provides information on assessments and actual taxes paid on a property in the previous year.

![Property Assessment Card sample](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FViakUm8NnrUv5iXTf9a8%2Fpp_16.jpg?alt=media\&token=46685831-6f06-4b9a-b673-57139809f94f)

You can **download**, **print**, **email**, these images, and view them in **fullscreen**.

## Deed and Mortgage Images

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The availability of these documents varies by property.
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View all recent and historical recorded deed and mortgage documents. Click one of the respective tabs to view; expand the dropdown menu on the left to choose which document to display.

You can **download**, **print**, **email**, these images, and view them in **fullscreen**.

![](https://1794097377-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F3jgVk6P4Ng4RDhlr1YRf%2Fuploads%2FhMtIhW7b1heDK7JxxECX%2Fpp_gif_24.gif?alt=media\&token=42428a92-1a42-4dbf-8038-1321b51fcdf5)