Genealogy Records and Resources

What types of records are available from the Buffalo City Clerks Office for genealogy research?

     1.  Birth Certificates - if on file for at least 75 years and the person whose name is on the birth certificate is known to be
          deceased.

     2.  Death Certificates - if on file for at least 50 years.

     3.  Marriage Certificates - on file for at least 50 years and the bride and groom are both known to be deceased.

What is the fee for a genealogy copy?

The standard fee for a genealogy copy is $22.00.  This includes a copy of the certificate, a three-year search of the index, the retrieval and re-filing of the microfilm/microfiche and either a copy of the record or a no record report.  When more than a three-year search is requested, the fee is higher.

Period Searched         Fee

1 to 3 years	$22.00
4 to 10 years	$42.00
11 to 20 years	$62.00
21 to 30 years	$82.00
31 to 40 years	$102.00
41 to 50 years	$122.00
51 to 60 years	$142.00
61 to 70 years	$162.00
71 to 80 years	$182.00
81 to 90 years	$202.00