Property Ownership
What is a 'recorded plat' and how does it create legal lot descriptions in Delaware?
AA plot plan created by the developer for internal use only
BA map of a subdivision approved by the local government and recorded in the county recorder's office — creating legal lot identifications (Lot X, Block Y, Subdivision Name) that can be used as property descriptions in deeds✓ Correct
CA diagram of building layouts required for permit applications
DA Delaware state map showing all real property boundaries
Explanation
A recorded plat is a subdivision map filed with the county recorder. Once recorded, individual lots are identified by lot number, block, and subdivision name. Property deeds can then describe the parcel by reference to the recorded plat (e.g., 'Lot 22, Block 3, Ocean View Estates, as recorded in Plat Book 45, Page 12, Sussex County Records'). Delaware county recorders maintain plat books.
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