This form is a Release and Cancellation of Trust Agreement / Trust Indenture. All liens and encumberances created thereby are certified to be satisfied and released. Adapt to fit your circumstances.
This form is a Release and Cancellation of Trust Agreement / Trust Indenture. All liens and encumberances created thereby are certified to be satisfied and released. Adapt to fit your circumstances.
Declaration of Homestead – A document recorded by either a homeowner or head of household on his primary residence to protect his home from forced sale in satisfaction of certain types of creditors' claims. Decree of Distribution – Evidences the distribution of real property from the estate of a deceased person.
Do I need a permit to build a storage shed? Storage sheds, tool sheds and play houses that have a foot print of less than 120 square feet do not require a building permit however do have other restrictions. .
Documents are recorded within two (2) business days of receipt of the document. The average turnaround time for a document submitted for recording is 30 days.
Documentary transfer tax is collected on every transfer of property, unless there is a valid exemption listed. County transfer tax is computed on the full value of the property. Any amount over $1.00 must be rounded up to the nearest $500 for the Countywide Documentary Transfer Tax.
Some projects and activities require planning permits. This is the review process needed to get approval for a project or be allowed to do something. For certain projects you need planning approval before you can get building permits and start construction.
Please email Contra Costa County Communications Director Kristi Jourdan at Kristi.Jourdan@contracostatv or call 925-313-1180 if you need assistance finding the right department or person.
Submitting for a building permit or a planning application. All permit applications shall be submitted online using the links below. DCD staff is also available during business hours at 925-655-2700 to answer questions.