Subdivision Platting - Documents Required
Chapter 354.11 of the Code of Iowa.
Plat Size
- No Larger than 8 1/2 x 14, nor smaller than 8 1/2
x 11 Also full size plat for Auditors plat room.
Must have these attachements to plat:
- Ground Water Hazard Statement
Complete the required Ground Water Hazard Statement.
- Surveyors Certificate
Signed by Surveyor and display the registration number
and official seal.
- Dedication of Owner - 354.11(1)
Statement from owner that the plat was prepared with
their free consent and knowledge. May also include dedication
of lands to the Public such as street, alleys, etc.
- Certification of Consent of Mortgage Holder (If any)
Consent that plat was prepared with their free consent
and in accordance with their desire. An affidavit and bond
may be recorded in lieu of consent.
- Attorney's Certificate - 354.11(3)
An opinion stating names of proprietors and holders
of mortgages, liens or other encumbrances. Shall note the
encumbrances, along with any bonds securing the encumbrances.
- Acceptance by City or County or Both - 354.11(4)
Statement by resolution accepting the platting
- Treasurers Certificate - 354.11(5)
Taxes paid and free of encumbrances
- Auditors Approval of Subdivision Name - 354.11(6)
A statement by the Auditor approving the name or title of the subdivision plat.
- Restrictive Covenants (If any)
May be brought in with plat or can be recorded later.
It restricts what can or cannot be done in the sub-division.
- Hold Harmless, (If any)
Accepted as presented
- Assessment Waiver (Assign Separate Document Number)
Allowing the city or county to assess for improvements
such as streets, sewers, side walks, etc.