Common Errors

Listed below are the most common errors when recording documents. These errors may result in your document not being recorded.

• Incorrect margins and sizing
• Missing 11-digit Parcel Number
  (APN - Assessor's Parcel Number)
• Incorrect payment or payment not included
• No Return Address -- Return to: Name and Address
• No Mail Tax Statements to: Name and Address
• Not Legible
• Name not printed below Signature
• Legal description incomplete or missing on Transfer of Deed
• Not including a Declaration of Value form when recording a document that transfers title.

How do we deal with errors in your document submission?

Recording Requirements Rejection:

If your document does not meet the recording requirements, it will not be recorded. Your document will be returned to you with an explanation of the necessary changes.

Non-Compliance Fee Rejection:

If your document is not in compliance with the formatting standards. You will be charged an additional non-compliance fee of $25, and your document will be recorded.

If you did not include the $25 fee, your document(s) will be rejected for recording and returned to you.