Subdivision

Subdivision, Plat, Replat and Plat-Vacation Applications

Use this application for preliminary plats, final plats, administrative plats, replats, plat vacations, and certificates of correction.

Please meet with the Planning Administrator before applying

A pre-filing meeting is required before submitting an application. The Planning Administrator will help determine the correct application type and explain the applicable plat requirements, supporting documents, fees, deadlines, and review procedure.

Email: planadmin@lapelindiana.org

What type of application is this?

The Subdivision Application may be used for:

• Preliminary Plat
• Final Plat
• Administrative Plat - Preliminary
• Administrative Plat - Final
• Plat Amendment or Replat
• Plat Vacation
• Certificate of Correction

If you are unsure which option applies, contact the Planning Administrator before completing the form.

Choose how you would like to complete the application

Option 1: Print and complete by hand

Open the application, print it, and complete the required sections using a pen.

Open Printable Application

Option 2: Complete it on a computer

Download the fillable PDF and save it to your computer before entering information.

Do not complete the application inside your web browser. Your answers may not be saved.

Download Fillable Application

Before completing the fillable PDF

1. Click Download Fillable Application.
2. Save the PDF to your computer or device.
3. Open the saved file using Adobe Acrobat Reader or another PDF application.
4. Complete the required sections.
5. Save the completed PDF again.
6. Print the application for the required signatures and notarization.

Required application materials

A complete application packet generally includes the following materials. Additional information may be required depending on the application and project.

• Completed Subdivision Application
• Signed and notarized applicant affidavit
• Signed and notarized property-owner consent when the applicant is not the owner
• Legal description for every parcel included in the project
• Copy of the latest recorded deed for every parcel
• Four copies of the applicable plat plans
• Plat details required by the Lapel Subdivision Control Ordinance
• Application fee
• Required on-site hearing-notice sign fee
• Other applicable documents, which may include covenants, a subdivision-phasing plan, soil information, drainage plans, or an engineering-feasibility report

Professional information may be required

The application requests information for the property owner, applicant, surveyor or engineer, and attorney when applicable. Plat plans must satisfy the Town’s technical and legal requirements. Speak with the Planning Administrator before preparing or submitting plans.

Signatures and notarization are required

The applicant affidavit must be signed and notarized. Property-owner signatures and notarization are also required when applicable.

A signature is required from each party having an ownership interest in the property. Do not sign a notarized section until you are in the presence of the notary.

How to submit your application

1. Meet with the Planning Administrator before filing.
2. Complete the application and gather all required plats and supporting documents.
3. Obtain all required signatures and notarization.
4. Submit the complete application packet, required plat copies, and payment to the Planning office at Lapel Town Hall.
5. Email scanned copies of the signed and notarized application packet to planadmin@lapelindiana.org .

What happens after filing?

• Town and county staff, or the Plat Review Committee when applicable, will review the application.
• Major Subdivision Preliminary Plats, replats, and plat vacations generally require a public hearing.
• Public-hearing applications may require newspaper notice, mailed notice, a surrounding-property-owner list, mailing affidavits, and certified-mail receipts.
• Revised documents must be provided electronically by the required review deadlines.
• Administrative subdivisions follow the applicable Plat Review Committee and post-approval notice process.

After approval

The applicant is responsible for recording the approved plat, replat, or applicable covenant or commitment amendment with the Madison County Recorder. The recorded document must generally be filed within 30 days after receiving the approved and signed document. A recorded copy must then be provided to the Town of Lapel.

Planning Office

Town of Lapel Planning

1011 Main Street

Lapel, Indiana 46051

Email: planadmin@lapelindiana.org

Application requirements, fees, filing deadlines, notice procedures, and recording requirements may change. Applicants should confirm current requirements with the Planning Administrator before submitting an application.