Land Use & Zoning
Under New York law, a 'subdivision' of real property typically requires:
AOnly a survey and a new deed from the seller to the buyer
BApproval from the local planning board, submission of a subdivision plat, and compliance with subdivision regulations✓ Correct
COnly DEC environmental review
DDOS approval and a special real estate license
Explanation
In New York, dividing a parcel into two or more lots typically requires subdivision approval from the local planning board (under New York Town Law, Village Law, or General City Law). The applicant must submit a subdivision plat showing the proposed lots, comply with local subdivision regulations (lot size, road frontage, infrastructure), and obtain planning board approval before recording the new plat.
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