Access Belmont White Pages
Belmont white pages let you search public records in this Gaston County city along the Catawba River. About 12,500 people call Belmont home. The city sits just west of Charlotte and falls entirely within Gaston County. You can use Belmont white pages to look up property deeds, court cases, vital records, and other public files held at county offices in Gastonia. Gaston County has property records dating back to 1845. This page shows you the main ways to search Belmont white pages and find public records.
Belmont Quick Facts
Belmont White Pages Property Records
Property records for Belmont are kept at the Gaston County Register of Deeds. The office is at 325 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Gastonia, on the first floor of the courthouse. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The office records deeds, deeds of trust, UCC fixture filings, and plats. Gaston County deeds go back to 1845. Records before that date were filed in Lincoln County.
You can call the main line at 704-862-7680 or the deed room at 704-862-7684. Many records are available for online searching through the Gaston County website. Copy fees are standard. A plain copy costs 25 cents per page in person. Certified copies cost $5 for the first page and $2 for each page after. Mail requests require a money order or check. In-person payments can be made with cash or credit card.
The Gaston County Register of Deeds page is shown below. It covers property records, vital records, and other public filings for Belmont and all of Gaston County.
You can use this site to search deeds and other recorded documents online.
Court Records in Belmont
The Gaston County Clerk of Superior Court handles all court records for Belmont. The courthouse is at 325 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 1004, in Gastonia. You can reach the main office at 704-852-3100. The Magistrate Office is at 425 Dr. ML King Jr. Way, and the phone number is 704-852-3192. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Gaston County courts handle Superior Court cases for felonies and civil matters over $25,000. District Court covers misdemeanors, smaller civil cases, and family law. Under NCGS 7A-109, the clerk is the official custodian of all court records. Most records are open to the public. Copy fees are 25 cents per page. You can also search the eCourts portal to find Gaston County case records by name or case number from home.
Note: The Gaston County Magistrate Office is open around the clock for emergency matters like warrants and domestic violence orders.
Belmont White Pages for Vital Records
The Gaston County Register of Deeds keeps vital records for Belmont residents. Marriage records go back to 1848. Death records start from 1913. Birth certificates are also on file. Only a mother, father, brother, sister, grandparent, or spouse may get someone else's birth certificate. You must bring a valid photo ID.
Available vital records in Gaston County include:
- Marriage records from 1848 to the present
- Death records from 1913 to the present
- Birth certificates for Gaston County residents
- Notary public records and commissions
- Military discharge records (DD-214)
The North Carolina Vital Records office is another option for getting certified copies of birth and death certificates. This state office serves all 100 counties. Requests can be made online or by mail. Processing takes a few weeks in most cases. For faster service, visit the Gaston County Register of Deeds in person.
Belmont Property Tax and GIS Data
The Gaston County GIS system lets you search property data for Belmont. You can look up parcels by owner name, address, or parcel number. The system shows ownership info, photos, lot dimensions, and FEMA flood zone data. Tax values and assessment details are also included.
The Gaston County Tax Office handles billing and collection for property taxes. The office is at 128 West Main Ave. in Gastonia. You can call 704-866-3145 for tax questions. Property in Belmont is taxed at the county rate plus the city rate. Revaluation happens on a regular schedule to keep assessed values in line with the market. You can check your tax bill online or visit the office in person to review records.
Arrest Records in Belmont
The Gaston County Sheriff's Office is at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Gastonia. The phone number is 704-869-6800. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Gaston County jail website has an inmate search tool. You can look up current detainees and check booking data and charges.
For certified arrest records, contact the Gaston County Clerk of Court at 704-852-3100. Under NCGS 132-1.4, most arrest records are public once charges have been filed. Some criminal investigation files may be restricted while a case is open. The Belmont Police Department also keeps arrest and incident reports for cases within city limits. You can contact Belmont PD to request copies of local reports. NCGS 132-1 gives you the right to inspect most public records without having to give a reason.
Belmont White Pages Records Requests
Gaston County runs an online public records request portal. You can submit a request through the Gaston County records request form. Requests are processed under NCGS Chapter 132. For court records, contact the clerk of court directly. For vital records, go to the register of deeds.
The state eCourts system shown below is another tool for searching Belmont court records online.
The eCourts portal covers cases from all 100 North Carolina counties, including Gaston County.
Gaston County White Pages
Belmont is one of several cities in Gaston County. All court records, property filings, and vital records go through county offices in Gastonia. The county has property records dating back to 1845 and vital records from the mid-1800s. For a complete guide to Gaston County public records, visit the county page.