Madison, CT · New Haven County
Change of Name Certificate for Land Records
This certificate documents a name change affecting property records and is filed by a property owner who needs Madison land records to reflect the new 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
Use this certificate when property is recorded in Madison land records under an old name and the owner's name has changed through marriage, divorce, merger, decree, or another stated reason. It identifies the old and new names, the property owner's address, and the effective date of the change. The form is executed and acknowledged for recording in Madison land records.
Who needs it
A property owner whose name has changed and whose Madison property is recorded in land records under the former name may need this certificate for recording.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains a jurat: the person who appears must sign and swear before the notary to the truth of the certificate.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Certificate
Get the Change of Name Certificate for Land Records from the Town of Madison.
- 2
Complete the Certificate
Enter the requested names, address, effective date, reason for the change, and other details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notary appointment and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video, sign the certificate, and swear to its truth before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the completed certificate to the Madison town clerk for land records.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Madison. 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 submit this certificate for Madison land records?
- Complete the certificate, sign and swear to it before a notary, then submit it for recording with the Madison town clerk. Check with the town clerk about filing details.
- Do I need to sign the certificate in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the signer personally appears, subscribes, and swears before the notary to the truth of the certificate.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Connecticut authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Public Act 23-28, effective October 1, 2023. Connecticut law also recognizes certain notarial acts performed outside the state. Confirm with the town clerk if unsure.
- What information does the certificate ask for?
- It asks for the new and old names, the property owner's address, the effective date and reason for the name change, and the date and signature for the notarized certificate.