Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Certain business processes can take several weeks for changes to be displayed on the web page. Please note: The map information (i.e. parcels, roads, lot dimensions, lot numbers, etc.) is updated daily and will reflect new parcel splits and combinations. In other words, the map portion may show the correct parcel, however, the attribute information may not yet be current.

For further information, please contact the Yavapai County Assessor’s Office.

To remove your name from public record, please see the Arizona State Statutes which provide the specific details on who is eligible and what requirements have to be met. There are separate statutes for different public records: Recorder (ARS 11-483(PDF, 22KB)), the Assessor and Treasurer (ARS 11-484(PDF, 20KB)) and Voter Registration (16-00153 Html Page). Please review each statute for details.

If the Interactive Map Tool, the application does not load a map or when using the application, the spinning globe stays on my web browser page try these in this order:

A) Delete your browsers temporary internet files. Each browser has different ways to accomplish this but most common steps are to find

Clear browser data in the most often used web browser with the keyboard shortcut.

1. While your browser is the focus window, press the keys [Ctrl], [Shift] and [Del].
2. In the Clear History popup menu, choose what options you need; Time range is recommended “All times” or “Everything”. For certain you need to choose “Cookies and other site data”. Click on the “Clear now” or “Ok” button and wait for the history to be deleted. If you have never done this on your browser, this could take several minutes.

B) Try to use a different web browser on the same computer/device you are using if available.

C) Test the website on a different device, ask someone else to test it.

D) Tried the three options above, then call the GIS Department (928) 771-3169 for other suggestions, please identify that you read the frequencty asked questions and what steps you have completed.

If you are unable to use the on-line mapping applications and/or are unable to get the map extent in the area you need, please let us know. Certain layers are pre-set to appear at different map scales. Some layers are not available in certain areas. Changes can be made to the application (under certain circumstances). If you need the information right away, you may do two things:

Call us and see if we can help you over the phone. Staff members are available Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM Arizona Standard Time (no daylight saving time) at 928-771-3169.

Come into our office and purchase a paper map. Look at our GIS Forms and Products page for more information. For further information, please contact the Yavapai County GIS Staff. contact information on the GIS Mapping page..

Yavapai County Government uses GIS technology throughout several departments including the Assessors office, Elections, Planning and Building, Roads and Flood Control among others, comprising nearly 200 users. With the ability to access the GIS, County employees can complete tasks which before, could potentially take hours or days. As an example, the digital parcel base map for the county is maintained by the Assessor’s Office using tools developed by our GIS staff. Parcel splits and combinations which previously were hand drawn on paper maps, can now be completed more efficiently utilizing GIS. Additionally, the public may now access the County’s GIS information using our custom developed Online Mapping Applications, allowing users to freely access and research county records without having to travel to a county building.

GIS stands for Geographic Information Systems. In more general terms, GIS is Computer technology combining digitally referenced maps and databases for the purpose of mapping and analysis. If you would like more information and details about GIS, please click here to learn more.

Stateplane, International Feet, Central AZ FIPS 0202, Zone 3176, and Datum NAD83.

There are multiple GIS Online Mapping Applications available for use:

• Interactive Map – A comprehensive interactive mapping application showing Yavapai County parcels, along with ownership information with the ability to overlay multiple layers on top of each other.
• Outdoor Recreation – An interactive mapping application providing outdoor events, parks, hiking, camping, and other fun and interesting things to do in Yavapai County.
• Election Vote Centers – An interactive mapping application providing Yavapai County election precincts and vote center information.
• Parcel Search – A simple search to show only tabular ownership information (No Map).
• Flood Hazard Mapping – An interactive mapping application providing the most up to date flood information from the new Changes Since Last Firm, download the Firm panels, and the location of Elevation Monuments throughout the county.

Please refer to our online help for these applications

• Interactive Help
• Flood Hazard Help

If you have a question regarding the data being displayed, please contact the Yavapai County Assessor’s Office. If you have a question/comment regarding the status or operation of these online maps, please contact the Yavapai County GIS Division (YAVGIS). You may also contact us by phone Monday thru Friday between 7:30AM and 5:00PM at (928) 771-3169.

To obtain hard copy paper maps you should contact our Cartography Division at (928) 771-3220.