Land Use Regulations
The division of a larger parcel of land into smaller lots for sale or development, subject to local approval.
Subdivision is the process of dividing a larger tract of land into two or more smaller parcels. In New York, subdivisions typically require approval from local planning boards, which review the proposed lot sizes, road access, drainage, utilities, and compliance with zoning. A subdivision plat (map) is recorded in the county records, creating legal descriptions for each new lot. Subdivision regulations are a form of police power designed to ensure orderly development.
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