Brea, CA · Orange County
Covenant and Agreement for Two-Unit Development
This covenant records restrictions for a Brea property with a two-unit development; property owners complete it and submit it with plans for city review before recording.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The covenant states that the property contains a two-unit development and sets restrictions that bind current and future owners, including owner occupancy and limits on use and rental. Brea requires an unrecorded, completed covenant with plans for Plan Check; the city reviews and approves it before the applicant records it with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder. After recording, a copy must be returned to the Planning Department for its files.
Who needs it
Property owners developing a two-unit property in Brea must complete the covenant, provide the legal description and building permit number, and submit it with plans.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains an acknowledgment certificate, and all property owners signing the covenant must acknowledge their signatures before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Covenant
Download the City of Brea Covenant and Agreement for Two-Unit Development.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the property legal description, address, building permit number, owner information, and other requested details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a notary appointment for every property owner who must sign the covenant.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
Each property owner acknowledges their signature before the notary; do not sign in advance unless instructed.
- 5
Submit And Record
Submit the unrecorded covenant with plans for city review. After approval, record it with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder and return a copy to Planning.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Brea. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Brea two-unit development covenant notarized?
- Complete the covenant, then have every property owner sign and acknowledge the signature before a notary. Submit the unrecorded covenant with plans for city review before recording it.
- Do I need a notary for this covenant?
- Yes. Brea’s instructions say all property owners’ signatures must be notarized. The form includes an acknowledgment certificate for the owners’ signatures.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); an out-of-state commissioned online notary may be an option. Confirm with the city if unsure.
- When can I record the covenant?
- First submit the completed, unrecorded covenant with your plans for city review. The form says to wait for the Community Development Director’s approval and for staff to inform you the packet is ready for recording.