Sherman, CT · Fairfield County
Unlawful Restrictive Covenant Form and Affidavit
This form and affidavit let Sherman property owners identify and renounce a void unlawful restrictive covenant recorded against their property and file the document with the town clerk.
- licensed online 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 form identifies an unlawful restrictive covenant in the land records that restricts property ownership or occupancy on the basis of race, and lets the owner renounce it. Sherman property owners may file the form or the accompanying affidavit with the town clerk to carry out the provisions described in Connecticut Public Act 21-173. The affidavit states the owner’s relationship to the property and the recorded document details.
Who needs it
A record owner or co-owner in Sherman who wants to identify and renounce an unlawful restrictive covenant recorded against their property may file this form or affidavit.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Form
Download the Unlawful Restrictive Covenant Form and Affidavit from the Sherman town forms page.
- 2
Complete the Property Details
Fill in the owner, property, and land-record details, and attach Schedule A where required.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the affidavit with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the online notary session; do not sign it beforehand.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the completed form or affidavit to the Sherman town clerk for recording.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Sherman. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed 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 file this restrictive covenant form in Sherman?
- Complete the form or affidavit, sign the affidavit before a notary, and submit it to the Sherman town clerk for recording.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The affidavit includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat, so the affiant must sign and swear to it before a notary public or Commissioner of Superior Court.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Connecticut authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Public Act 23-28, effective October 1, 2023. A commissioned online notary can notarize eligible documents; confirm with the town clerk if unsure.
- What property information does the affidavit ask for?
- It asks for the property street address, a description in attached Schedule A, the owner or co-owner’s details, and the land-record volume and page for the covenant.