South San Francisco, CA · San Mateo County
JADU Deed Restriction
A notarized, recorded regulatory agreement that a South San Francisco property owner must sign to obtain approval for a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU).
- 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
South San Francisco requires owners building a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit to record a Regulatory Agreement and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants under California Government Code Section 66333, which bars selling the JADU separately from the primary residence and restricts rentals under 31 days. The City's filing guidelines instruct owners to provide a notarized signature before submitting the document for City co-signature and recording with the San Mateo County Recorder.
Who needs it
South San Francisco property owners seeking approval to build or legalize a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU).
Why it needs a notary
The City's filing guidelines state 'Provide a notarized signature' and the recorded agreement includes a full California notary acknowledgment block for the property owner.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Deed Restriction
Get the JADU Deed Restriction document from South San Francisco's Accessory Dwelling Units page.
- 2
Complete Owner and Address Fields
Type in the owner names and property address, matching the Grant Deed, and verify with Planning staff.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your identity and sign the deed restriction live with the notary over video.
- 5
Submit and Record
Return the notarized original to the Planning Division for City signature, then record it with the San Mateo County Recorder.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from South San Francisco. 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
- Do I need to notarize the JADU deed restriction?
- Yes — South San Francisco's filing guidelines instruct owners to 'Provide a notarized signature' before submitting the recorded regulatory agreement.
- How do I get this notarized online?
- Upload the completed deed restriction, verify your identity, and sign live over video with a licensed online notary.
- Can I rent out my JADU short-term?
- No — the deed restriction prohibits rental terms shorter than 31 days and bars selling the JADU separately from the primary residence.
- Will South San Francisco accept a remote online notarization?
- California recognizes notarial acts performed under another state's law per Civil Code §1189(b); check with the Planning Division if you are unsure before submitting.