Granby, CT · Hartford County
Change of Name Affidavit
This affidavit records a change of name for property listed in the Granby land records, for property owners who need the records to reflect their current name.
- 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 affidavit identifies the owner’s current and former names, the new name, the reason for the change, and the affected property location and land-record references. Granby’s form is for an owner whose name has changed and who wants the change recorded in the town’s land records; it includes a sworn statement and a notarial certificate.
Who needs it
A property owner whose name has changed and whose property is recorded in the Granby land records under a former name may need this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a state jurat: the property owner signs and swears to the truth of the certificate before a notary or another listed authorized officer.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Form
Get the Change of Name Affidavit from the Town of Granby website.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Enter the current, former, and new names, reason for the change, property location, affected record references, and date.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary before signing.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the live video session before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Send the completed affidavit to the Granby Town Clerk for recording in the town land records.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Granby. 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 get the Change of Name Affidavit notarized online?
- Complete the form, book a session with a commissioned online notary, and sign and swear to the affidavit during a live video session. Then submit it to the Granby Town Clerk.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the signer subscribes and swears to the truth of the certificate before a notary or another listed authorized officer.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Connecticut authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries under Public Act 23-28, effective October 1, 2023. Ask the Granby Town Clerk whether the notarized form meets recording requirements.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form is intended for recording in Granby’s land records. Submit it to the Granby Town Clerk; confirm with the town clerk if unsure.