Colton, CA · San Bernardino County
Grant Of Easement (Individual)
This deed lets an individual grant the City of Colton an easement for an electric line and is used by property owners granting rights over real property described in attached Exhibit A.
- 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 deed grants the City of Colton, its successors, and assigns rights to construct, use, maintain, repair, replace, or remove an electric line on the described property. It also provides access to the line and rights to trim or top trees that may interfere with it. An individual grantor signs the instrument, which includes a notarial acknowledgment and directs that the deed be returned for recording.
Who needs it
An individual property owner granting the City of Colton electric-line easement rights over real property described in the attached Exhibit A needs this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a California notarial acknowledgment, and the grantor named in the instrument signs before the notary and acknowledges executing it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Grant
Download the City of Colton Grant of Easement (Individual) form.
- 2
Complete The Grant
Enter the grantor and execution details, and include the property description referenced as Exhibit A.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Book a session with a commissioned online notary if remote notarization is available for your circumstances.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
Sign the instrument and acknowledge its execution before the notary.
- 5
Submit For Recording
Mail the deed for recording as directed on the form, including the City of Colton mailing information unless otherwise shown.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Colton. 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
- What rights does this easement grant?
- It grants the City of Colton rights to construct, use, maintain, alter, repair, replace, or remove an electric line on the property described in Exhibit A, with access and tree-trimming rights.
- How do I complete and submit the grant?
- Complete the grant and its property description, sign before a notary, then send the deed for recording as directed on the form. The form says to mail it to the City of Colton unless otherwise shown.
- Do I need to sign before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a notarial acknowledgment stating that the grantor personally appeared before a notary and acknowledged executing the instrument.
- 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); ask about availability and confirm with the city if unsure.