The County Clerk-Recorder's Office maintains real property records back to 1849. You may search our online index back to 1986.Official Forms for Viewing and Downloading. The following is a list of some documents that may be recorded if they meet all requirements, and a description or definition of each document. To view a record, click on the document number. CHDC offers a variety of down payment assistance programs, either directly or through our affiliate organizations and partners. Contra Costa County Trustee Deed Form. Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements. Provides free legal services and advice to low-income individuals in the priority areas of housing, domestic violence, public benefits and health access. A chattel mortgage is a form of secured loan that's provided for the purchase of personal property like vehicles or equipment.