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What is a testamentary segregation?

April 26, 2017segregation Testamentary

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What is a testamentary segregation?

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A Testamentary Segregation or Division is a simultaneous conveyance that is reviewed, approved and recognized by King County in accordance with RCW 58.17.040(3) (external link) and King County Code 19A.08.040(D) (PDF*, 218KB). In layperson’s terms, it is an exempt division of land that is divided and dispersed among heirs in accordance with the instructions in a Last Will and Testament. The items needed for submittal and review are: • A cover letter explaining that you are requesting a Testamentary Division Review, and • Copy of the Death Certificate, and • Copy of the Last Will and Testament, and • A title certificate of the subject property, and • Map page prepared by a Professional Land Surveyor, which includes: • a statement and signature from the person or persons legally responsible for the execution of the Will, stating that the land segregated hereon is segregated in accordance with the wishes of the deceased, and • a graphic representation of the segregation with survey bounda