Land Use & Zoning
The Texas Subdivision Act requires developers to file a plat with the county for subdivisions in unincorporated areas. The primary purpose of the plat is to:
ASet property tax rates
BEstablish lot boundaries, easements, and public dedications✓ Correct
CCreate HOA restrictions
DRegister mineral rights
Explanation
A subdivision plat is a recorded map that establishes the boundaries of individual lots, streets, easements, drainage areas, and public dedications such as parks within the subdivision.
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