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Orange County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2024 Draft for Public Comment Review

Draft Plan Access:

You can access the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4b5cf197b48c4ee0aae54206ea15c66c

 

Public Comment Period:

The draft plan will be available for review from December 23rd to January 22nd , 2025.

 

How to Submit Comments:

Please share your comments by completing the online feedback form https://arcg.is/19uDmy0  

Thank you for contributing to Orange County’s efforts to build a safer and more resilient community.

New York State adopted the Transfer on Death Deed

A Transfer on Death Deed (TOD) is a legal document that allows a property owner to designate who will inherit their real estate after they die. TODs are a cost-effective way to pass on property because they bypass probate, the process that wills go through.  NYS has introduced Section 424 of the  New York State Real Property Law.

Here are some things to know about TODs:

  • How it works

    The property owner, also known as the transferor, fills out a TOD form, signs it in front of witnesses, and has a notary public acknowledge the signature. The completed deed is then recorded at the county clerk's office. 

  • Who can be a beneficiary

    A beneficiary can be an individual, an organization, or a charity. If there are multiple beneficiaries, the transferor can indicate how they will take title. 

  • What the owner retains

    The owner retains full control of the property while they're alive. They can sell, mortgage, or revoke the TOD deed at any time. 

  • How to record the deed

    Look up the requirements for recording a deed in Orange County, New York
    • Get the state-specific deed form 
    • Decide on a beneficiary 
    • Describe the property (schedule  A) This can be found on a prior deed
    • Sign the deed - you must have 2 witnesses and sign the deed in front of a Notary Public
    • Record the deed at the Orange County Clerk's Office