Monterey County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

Last validated September 3, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Monterey County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Aromas, Big Sur, Bradley, Carmel, Carmel By The Sea, Carmel Valley, Castroville, Chualar and 16 more.

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Monterey County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

Monterey County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

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Document last validated 9/3/2026
Monterey County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Guide

Monterey County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Guide

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Document last validated 7/27/2026
Monterey County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Document

Monterey County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 7/28/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Monterey County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk

Address:
168 West Alisal St, 1st floor / PO Box 29
Salinas, California 93902-0570

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm / Recording until 4:00 pm

Phone: (831) 755-5041 or toll free from peninsula (831) 647-77

Recording Tips for Monterey County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Monterey County

Properties in any of these areas use Monterey County forms:

  • Aromas
  • Big Sur
  • Bradley
  • Carmel
  • Carmel By The Sea
  • Carmel Valley
  • Castroville
  • Chualar
  • Gonzales
  • Greenfield
  • Jolon
  • King City
  • Lockwood
  • Marina
  • Monterey
  • Moss Landing
  • Pacific Grove
  • Pebble Beach
  • Salinas
  • San Ardo
  • San Lucas
  • Seaside
  • Soledad
  • Spreckels

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Monterey County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Monterey County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Monterey County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Monterey County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Monterey County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Monterey County?

Recording fees in Monterey County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (831) 755-5041 or toll free from peninsula (831) 647-77 for current fees.

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California Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance

Sometimes the original trustee on a deed of trust is unable or unwilling to perform his/her responsibilities. In that case, the beneficiary/lender uses this form to authorize a substitute trustee, who, by recording it, will release the lien and convey the land with a clear title.

California Code, Civil Code - CIV 2941
(2) If the trustee has failed to execute and record, or cause to be recorded, the full reconveyance within 60 calendar days of satisfaction of the obligation, the beneficiary, upon receipt of a written request by the trustor or trustor's heirs, successor in interest, agent, or assignee, shall execute and acknowledge a document pursuant to Section 2934a substituting itself or another as trustee and issue a full reconveyance.

(California Reconveyance Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Monterey County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance meets all recording requirements specific to Monterey County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Monterey County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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