Tax Clearance Certificate Requests

What is a Tax Clearance Certificate?

A Tax Clearance Certificate confirms that all property taxes on a manufactured home have been paid in full. Before ownership can be transferred through the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), this certificate is required.

When Do You Need This Form?

  • When selling or transferring ownership of a manufactured home.
  • When applying for a title transfer with HCD

What You’ll Need

Before submitting your request, please gather the following:

  • A copy of the registration, certificate of title, or title search from HCD showing current ownership.
  • The Serial Number and Decal Number of the manufactured home.
  • The new owner’s name exactly as it should appear on the HCD title.
  • A current mailing address where the Tax Demand and/or Clearance Certificate should be sent.

Important Notes

  • If there are outstanding taxes, you will receive a Tax Demand Notice before the certificate is issued.
  • The Tax Clearance Certificate will only be processed once all taxes are paid in full.

How to Submit Your Request

  1. Download and complete the fillable form or complete the DocuSign Form to electronically submit.
  2. Attach the required supporting documents.
  3. Submit your request to the Santa Cruz County Tax Collector: