Land Use & Zoning
In Texas, a 'plat' is a document that:
AEstablishes the appraised value of a subdivision
BCreates a map of a subdivision showing lot boundaries, streets, and easements, recorded in county records✓ Correct
CGrants development rights to a builder
DRestricts the use of property for commercial purposes only
Explanation
A plat is a map of a subdivision that depicts the lots, blocks, streets, easements, and other features of the development. Texas law requires plats to be approved by the municipality or county and recorded in the county deed records. Lots in a recorded subdivision can then be sold by reference to the plat.
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