The retention schedule for official records is determined by considering the record function, along with fiscal, historical, legal, administrative, and cultural requirements associated with each record. The schedule establishes guidelines outlining the minimum retention requirements before disposition is reached. Additionally, it specifies the appropriate timing and methods for disposition of records that have surpassed their necessary retention period. Records lacking an NSLAPR Administrator approved retention schedule and matching record series/LRDA are mandated to be kept indefinitely.

This Retention Schedule is for local government entities only. Please go to the States Records Services page for more information about records retention for state agencies.  

Local Government Records Retention Schedule

Amended October 3, 2022

Alphabetical Index

Appendix A