Santa Cruz County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form
Last validated September 3, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Santa Cruz County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Aptos, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Capitola, Davenport, Felton, Freedom and 6 more.
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Santa Cruz County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Santa Cruz County Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Santa Cruz County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
County Recorder
Santa Cruz, California 95060
Hours: 8:00am to 12:00 and 1:00 to 4:00pm
Phone: (831) 454-2800
Recording Tips for Santa Cruz County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
Cities and Jurisdictions in Santa Cruz County
Properties in any of these areas use Santa Cruz County forms:
- Aptos
- Ben Lomond
- Boulder Creek
- Brookdale
- Capitola
- Davenport
- Felton
- Freedom
- Los Gatos
- Mount Hermon
- Santa Cruz
- Scotts Valley
- Soquel
- Watsonville
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Santa Cruz County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz County?
Recording fees in Santa Cruz County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (831) 454-2800 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Santa Cruz 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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