El Centro, CA · Imperial County
Subdivision Agreement and Improvement Security
A recorded, notarized subdivision improvement agreement developers/owners sign with the City of El Centro to guarantee installation of required public improvements.
- 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
El Centro's Subdivision Agreement and Improvement Security template (Form ED-020) is the recordable agreement between a subdivider and the city committing to construct required improvements. Because it is recorded, the developer/owner's signature must be notarized, with the agreement including a full California notary acknowledgment block.
Who needs it
Subdividers and property owners entering into a subdivision improvement agreement with the City of El Centro.
Why it needs a notary
The agreement includes a full California notary acknowledgment block ('On ___ before me, a Notary Public...') for the developer/owner signature since it is recorded.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Prepare the Agreement
Complete Form ED-020 with your subdivision project details.
- 2
Coordinate with Engineering
Submit for City Engineer and City Attorney review and approval as to form.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a Rush Notary remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign as developer/owner in front of the notary during your video session.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Return the notarized agreement to El Centro's Engineering Division for recording with Imperial County.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from El Centro. 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
- Who signs this agreement?
- The subdivider or property owner developing the subdivision signs, along with the City Engineer and City Attorney's office for the city.
- Do I need a notary for this document?
- Yes — this is a recordable agreement and includes a full California notary acknowledgment block for the developer/owner signature.
- How do I get this notarized online?
- Prepare the agreement with your project details, then book a Rush Notary remote online notarization session to sign in front of a notary via video.
- What else is required with this agreement?
- Improvement security bonds (Faithful Performance and Labor & Material Payment Bonds) typically accompany the subdivision agreement.
- Where is the notarized agreement recorded?
- The City of El Centro records it with the Imperial County Recorder as part of the subdivision map process.