Land Use & Zoning
What is the purpose of a 'recorded plat' in real estate?
ATo establish property tax assessed values
BTo create a map of a subdivision showing lots, streets, easements, and public dedications, which becomes the legal description✓ Correct
CTo identify environmental hazards on the property
DTo record mortgage liens on a new subdivision
Explanation
A recorded plat is a map of a subdivision that is filed in the county recorder's office, showing all lots, blocks, streets, easements, and areas dedicated to the public. Properties in platted subdivisions are described by lot and block number.
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