Certified Copies of Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates

Birth and Death Certificates are on file at the Clerk's Office for people who were born or died within the Town limits. Marriage certificates are available for those whose Certificate of Marriage was filed in the Town of Hartsville. All certified copies cost $10. Proof of identity is required and
a request form will need to be completed.

Birth Certificate Instructions - Printable PDF

Dog Licenses

Every dog in the town that is over four months old must be licensed. Proof of rabies vaccination is required. The fee for an un-spayed or un-neutered dog is $18.00. If the dog is spayed or neutered, and proof is provided, the fee is $10.00. NOTE: The Town's Dog Control is the Hornell Area Humane Society 607-324-1270.

Handicap Parking Permits/Tags

The Clerk issues parking permits for Town residents with disabilities at no charge. Applications may be obtained at the Clerk's Office and the permit/tag will be issued once the form is completed by the applicant's doctor and returned to the Clerk. Most doctors have this form available to facilitate the process. Parking Permit/Tags Instructions - Printable PDF

Marriage License Application

Must be completed at the Town Clerk's Office and both parties must be present and bring photo ID, divorce decrees (if applicable) and death certificates (if widowed). The fee is $40 and the license is issued immediately, however the ceremony may not take place within 24 hours and the license is valid for 60 days. Ceremony must take place in New York State.

Marriage Certificate Instructions - Printable PDF

A request for a marriage certificates, birth certificates, and parking permit/tags must be done at the Town Hall and filed with the Clerk. These are samples of the forms to guide you on what records you should bring to the town hall. The Clerk’s hours are Monday and Wednesday from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. or by appointment.