Manchester, NH · Hillsborough County
Accessory Dwelling Unit Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions
This declaration sets property restrictions for an accessory dwelling unit and is completed by the property owner or owners for Manchester, New Hampshire.
- 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
Manchester requires this declaration to establish covenants and restrictions for a property with an accessory dwelling unit under the city’s zoning regulations. The owners identify the property and ADU, then agree to restrictions including no condominium ownership, an owner’s principal residence on the property, and single-family use of the primary house. The signed declaration is intended for recording at the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds.
Who needs it
Property owners with an accessory dwelling unit in Manchester use this declaration to record the covenants and restrictions required for the unit to remain compliant with city regulations.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment block; each owner signing the declaration must personally appear before a notary public or Justice of the Peace and acknowledge executing it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Declaration
Get Manchester’s Accessory Dwelling Unit Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions form.
- 2
Fill In Property and Owner Details
Enter the owners’ names, property and ADU addresses, and the requested tax map, lot, and deed recording details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online appointment with a commissioned online notary for the declaration’s acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Each owner should appear and acknowledge signing before the notary during the video appointment.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Submit the completed declaration for recording with the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Manchester. 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 complete and notarize this ADU declaration?
- Complete the property and owner details, book an online session with a commissioned online notary, and sign during the video appointment. Then submit the signed declaration for recording as needed.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The declaration includes an acknowledgment stating that the owner personally appeared before a notary public or Justice of the Peace and acknowledged executing the document.
- Can I use online notarization for this form?
- New Hampshire authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under RSA 456-B:6-a. The form itself calls for an acknowledgment before a notary public or Justice of the Peace.
- Where is the declaration recorded?
- The form identifies the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds for property records and specifies a three-inch top margin and at least one-inch margins elsewhere. Confirm recording details with the Registry if unsure.
- What if I am unsure whether Manchester requires this declaration?
- The form says Manchester requires certain covenants and restrictions for an accessory dwelling unit to remain compliant with the city’s zoning ordinance. Confirm with the town/city if unsure.