San Mateo County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

Last validated October 23, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in San Mateo County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Daly City, El Granada, Half Moon Bay, La Honda and 15 more.

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San Mateo County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

San Mateo County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form

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Document last validated 10/23/2026
San Mateo County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Guide

San Mateo County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Guide

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San Mateo County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Document

San Mateo County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 10/22/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

San Mateo County Recorder

Address:
555 County Center, 1st floor
Redwood City, California 94063-1665

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Phone: (650) 363-4500

Recording Tips for San Mateo County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates

Cities and Jurisdictions in San Mateo County

Properties in any of these areas use San Mateo County forms:

  • Atherton
  • Belmont
  • Brisbane
  • Burlingame
  • Daly City
  • El Granada
  • Half Moon Bay
  • La Honda
  • Loma Mar
  • Menlo Park
  • Millbrae
  • Montara
  • Moss Beach
  • Pacifica
  • Pescadero
  • Portola Valley
  • Redwood City
  • San Bruno
  • San Carlos
  • San Francisco
  • San Gregorio
  • San Mateo
  • South San Francisco

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for San Mateo County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The San Mateo 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 San Mateo County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in San Mateo 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 San Mateo 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 San Mateo County?

Recording fees in San Mateo County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (650) 363-4500 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 San Mateo 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 San Mateo County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable San Mateo 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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