Hartford County Memorandum of Agreement Form
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Hartford County Memorandum of Agreement Form
Fill in the blank Memorandum of Agreement form formatted to comply with all Connecticut recording and content requirements.

Hartford County Memorandum of Agreement Guide
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Hartford County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Agreement Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Avon Town Clerk
Avon, Connecticut 06001
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30; Summer: Mon-Thu 8:00 to 4:45 & Fri 8:00 to 12:30
Phone: (860) 409-4311
Berlin Town Clerk
Berlin, Connecticut 06037
Hours: Mon-Wed 8:30 to 4:30; Thu 8:30 to 7:00; Fri 8:30 to 1:00
Phone: (860) 828-7036
Bloomfield Town Clerk
Bloomfield, Connecticut 06002
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 to 5:00
Phone: (860) 769-3507
Bristol City Clerk
Bristol, Connecticut 06010
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 5:00
Phone: (860) 584-6200
Burlington Town Clerk
Burlington, Connecticut 06013
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 to 4:00; Fri 8:00 to 12:30
Phone: (860) 673-6789 Ext 2
Canton Town Clerk
Collinsville, Connecticut 06022
Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu 8:15 to 4:30; Wed 8:15 to 6:45; Fri 8:15 to 12:00
Phone: (860) 693-7870
East Granby Town Clerk
East Granby, Connecticut 06026
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 to 12:00 & 1:00 to 4:00; Fri 8:00 to 1:00
Phone: (860) 653-6528
East Hartford Town Clerk
East Hartford, Connecticut 06108
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 291-7230
East Windsor Town Clerk
Broad Brook, Connecticut 06016-0213
Hours: Mon-Wed 8:30 to 4:30; Thu 8:30 to 7:00; Friday 8:30 to 1:00
Phone: (860) 292-8255
Enfield Town Clerk
Enfield, Connecticut 06082
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 to 5:00
Phone: (860) 253-6440
Farmington Town Clerk
Farmington, Connecticut 06032
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30 / Recording until 4:15
Phone: (860) 675-2380
Glastonbury Town Clerk
Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033-6523
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 652-7616
Granby Town Clerk
Granby, Connecticut 06035
Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00 to 4:00; Thu 8:00 to 6:30; Fri 8:00 to 12:30
Phone: (860) 844-5308
Hartford Town and City Clerk
Hartford, Connecticut 06103
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15 to 4:45
Phone: (860) 757-9749
Hartland Town Clerk
East Hartland, Connecticut 06027
Hours: Mon-Wed 10:00 to 12:00 & 1:00 to 4:00
Phone: (860) 653-0285
Manchester Town Clerk
Manchester, Connecticut 06045-0191
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 5:00 / Recording until 4:45
Phone: (860) 647-3037
Marlborough Town Clerk
Marlborough, Connecticut 06447
Hours: Call for hours
Phone: (860) 295-6206
New Britain Town Clerk
New Britain, Connecticut 06051
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15 to 3:45 / last Thu of month until 6:45
Phone: (860) 826-3347 & 3349
Newington Town Clerk
Newington, Connecticut 06111
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 665-8545
Plainville Town Clerk
Plainville, Connecticut 06062
Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00 to 4:00; Thu 8:00 to 7:00; Fri 8:00 to 12:00
Phone: (860) 793-0221 Ext 246, 247, 248
Rocky Hill Town Clerk
Rocky Hill, Connecticut 06067
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 258-2705
Simsbury Town Clerk
Simsbury, Connecticut 06070
Hours: Mon 8:30 to 7:00; Tue-Thu: 8:30 to 4:30; Fri 8:30 to 1:00
Phone: (860) 658-3243
Southington Town Clerk
Southington, Connecticut 06489
Hours: Mon-Wed & Fri 8:30 to 4:30; Thu 8:30 to 7:00
Phone: (860) 276-6211
South Windsor Town Clerk
South Windsor, Connecticut 06074
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 644-2511 Ext 226 & 227
Suffield Town Clerk
Suffield, Connecticut 06078
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 to 4:30; Fri: 8:00 to 1:00 / Recording until 4:00 and 12:30 respectively
Phone: (860) 668-3880
West Hartford Town Clerk
West Hartford, Connecticut 06107
Hours: Mon & Wed 8:30 to 4:30; Tue 7:30 to 4:30; Thu 8:30 to 7:00; Fri 8:30 to 12:00 / Recording until 15 mins before closing
Phone: (860) 561-7430
Wethersfield Town Clerk
Wethersfield, Connecticut 06109
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 to 4:30
Phone: (860) 721-2880
Windsor Town Clerk
Windsor, Connecticut 06095
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 to 5:00
Phone: (860) 285-1902
Windsor Locks Town Clerk
Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
Hours: Mon-Wed 8:00 to 4:00; Thu 8:00 to 6:00; Fri 8:00 to 1:00
Phone: (860) 627-1441 Ext 312
Recording Tips for Hartford County:
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
- Verify the recording date if timing is critical for your transaction
Cities and Jurisdictions in Hartford County
Properties in any of these areas use Hartford County forms:
- Avon
- Berlin
- Bloomfield
- Bristol
- Broad Brook
- Burlington
- Canton
- Canton Center
- Collinsville
- East Berlin
- East Glastonbury
- East Granby
- East Hartford
- East Hartland
- East Windsor
- East Windsor Hill
- Enfield
- Farmington
- Glastonbury
- Granby
- Hartford
- Manchester
- Marion
- Marlborough
- Milldale
- New Britain
- Newington
- North Canton
- North Granby
- Plainville
- Plantsville
- Poquonock
- Rocky Hill
- Simsbury
- South Glastonbury
- South Windsor
- Southington
- Suffield
- Tariffville
- Unionville
- Weatogue
- West Granby
- West Hartford
- West Hartland
- West Simsbury
- West Suffield
- Wethersfield
- Windsor
- Windsor Locks
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Hartford County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Hartford 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 Hartford County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Hartford 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 Hartford 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. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). 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 Hartford County?
Recording fees in Hartford County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (860) 409-4311 for current fees.
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A memorandum under Connecticut’s Statute of Frauds (Sec. 52-550) serves as a written record that ensures a Purchase Agreement is legally enforceable. Here’s how it affects buyers and sellers in a Buy/Sell Purchase Agreement for real property:
1. Purpose of the Memorandum:
The memorandum fulfills the requirement that certain types of agreements, including land contracts, must be in writing. It doesn't necessarily need to be a formal, full-length contract but must contain the essential terms of the agreement. Without this, no civil action (lawsuit) can be maintained to enforce the land sale.
2. Required Elements of the Memorandum:
For a memorandum to be valid under Sec. 52-550, it must contain:
Identification of the parties: The names of the buyer and the seller must be clearly stated.
Description of the property: The land or real estate being sold must be sufficiently described to identify it (e.g., address, lot number, etc.).
Terms of the agreement: This includes the price or how the price is to be determined, and other key terms, like payment schedules or conditions for closing.
Signature: The memorandum must be signed by the party to be charged (the party against whom enforcement is sought) or their agent. Both parties' signatures are often ideal for clarity.
3. Effects on Buyers:
Protection: A written memorandum ensures that the buyer can enforce the contract if the seller attempts to back out or change the terms. If the seller refuses to complete the sale, the buyer can use the memorandum as evidence in court.
Clarity on Terms: The written memorandum helps avoid misunderstandings. It clearly sets out the terms that the buyer expects to be fulfilled, such as the price, property description, and deadlines.
4. Effects on Sellers:
Enforceability: The seller can use the memorandum to ensure the buyer is held to their promises, such as paying the agreed price on time. If the buyer tries to renegotiate or claim different terms, the seller has written evidence to support their case.
Prevention of Fraud: The memorandum helps the seller prevent fraudulent claims by ensuring all terms of the deal are clearly written down. The seller is protected from any claims that they promised different terms verbally.
5. Impact of an Incomplete Memorandum:
Risk of Non-Enforceability: If the memorandum lacks essential details (e.g., price, description of the property), it may not meet the requirements of Sec. 52-550 and could be deemed unenforceable in court. This would leave both parties vulnerable, especially if one tries to back out of the deal.
6. Flexibility of Memorandum:
The memorandum doesn’t have to be a formal contract but must include enough information to prove a deal was made and outline its basic terms. It could be as simple as a letter or note that describes the agreement, as long as it’s signed.
Summary:
A memorandum complying with Sec. 52-550 gives both sellers and buyers the legal certainty needed in a land contract. For the buyer, it protects the right to purchase the property under agreed terms. For the seller, it ensures that the terms are clearly defined and can be enforced if the buyer fails to follow through. Both parties should ensure that their memorandum includes all essential details and signatures to avoid disputes and ensure enforceability.
Important: Your property must be located in Hartford County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of Agreement meets all recording requirements specific to Hartford County.
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