Benicia, CA · Solano County
ADU Covenant and Deed Restriction
A recordable deed restriction property owners sign to satisfy the City of Benicia's accessory dwelling unit approval conditions.
- 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 City of Benicia requires this Covenant and Deed Restriction as a condition of approval for an accessory dwelling unit permit, restricting short-term rental of the unit and its separate sale from the primary residence. Because it is recorded with the Solano County Recorder, the owner's signature must be notarized before the city will accept and record it.
Who needs it
Benicia property owners building an accessory dwelling unit who must record a deed restriction as a permit condition.
Why it needs a notary
The form is formatted for county recording with a 'Recording requested by' header and includes a full California notary acknowledgment block for the owner's signature.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the ADU Covenant and Deed Restriction from the City of Benicia ADU page.
- 2
Fill In Owner and Property Details
Enter the parcel number, property address, and owner information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session at Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your identity and sign the covenant in front of the notary on camera.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Return the notarized covenant to the City of Benicia City Clerk for recording with Solano County.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Benicia. 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 my ADU Covenant and Deed Restriction notarized online?
- Upload the completed covenant, join a video session with a licensed online notary, verify your ID, and sign electronically.
- Do I need this deed restriction notarized for my Benicia ADU permit?
- Yes, because the covenant is recorded with the county, the City of Benicia requires the owner's signature to be notarized.
- What does this covenant restrict?
- It prohibits renting the accessory dwelling unit for less than 30 days and prevents selling it separately from the primary residence.
- Can I use an out-of-state online notary for a Benicia recorded document?
- California recognizes acknowledgments from notaries commissioned in other states under Civil Code 1189(b); check with the city or county recorder if unsure.