Plat
A plat is a surveyed map showing how land is divided into lots, streets, and easements, recorded with the county once approved.
Also called plat map or subdivision plat.
What it tells you
A plat on an agenda means land is being cut into lots for sale or building. It often names the subdivision, the number of lots, the acres, and the owner or engineer.
How it moves through a city or county
- A surveyor and engineer prepare the plat for the owner.
- Staff and utility providers review it against the subdivision rules.
- A preliminary plat is approved, then a final plat.
- The approved final plat is signed and recorded with the county.
Some places skip the preliminary step for small plats, and California uses tentative and final maps. A replat changes lots that are already recorded.
Recent plats
From public filings in Iowa, Kansas, and Washington.
| Project | Location | Developer | Type | Size | Stage | Latest meeting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45-Townhome Development on 1.27 Acres | Shoreline, WA | Greencity Development | Townhomes | 45 townhomes1.27 acres | Approved | |
| 44-Unit Single-Family Subdivision on 17.49 Acres | Overland Park, KS | Southern Meadows, LLC | Single-family | 44 units17.5 acres | Recommended | |
| 96-Unit Residential Subdivision on 44 Acres | Waukee, IA | Parkside Waukee, LLC | Single-family | 96 units43.9 acres | Approved |
As of How we count
Common questions
- Where can I find a recorded plat?
- Recorded plats are kept by the county recorder or clerk, and many counties post them online. Plats still under review appear in planning commission and council agendas.
- What is a replat?
- A replat changes a plat that is already recorded, for example to combine lots, move a lot line, or add lots. It usually follows a shorter version of the original review.
Related terms
Rules vary by state, county, and city. These pages describe common practice, not legal advice.
See new plats near you.
Search Boardwalk for "plat", or pick Preliminary Plat or Subdivision Plat under Application Type.