Final Plat Application
A Final Plat is required to subdivide property. The Final Plat application is to finalize the layout for subdividing land into two lots, finalize the layout as approved on a Preliminary Plat, document minor changes to lots that shift or consolidate lot lines, create easements and/or any other minor changes that do not involve the creation of new lots. Final Plats are reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission.
Step 1. Preliminary Meeting (Optional)
A meeting with staff prior to application submittal is not required, but is helpful for many applicants. To set up a meeting contact the Planning Department at 615.776.6704.
Step 2. Final Plat Application Submittal
An application must be submitted according to the submittal schedule and fees paid at submittal. Submit 3 papers copies along with digital copies saved to a thumbdrive to the Planning Department. For a list of requirements see the Final Plat checklist.
Step 3. Staff Review
Staff will review the submittal and provide written comments to the applicant per the submittal schedule, generally ten days from submittal.
Step 4. Resubmittal of Corrected Plans
On the resubmittal date determined by the submittal schedule the applicant should resubmit the plat addressing the comments provided by staff and provide a written response to each comment.
Step 5. Planning Commission Final Action
The Planning Commission is the approving body and takes final action on Final Plats. Applicants will have an opportunity to present their plans to the commission at the regular meeting.
Step 6. Post Bonds
Prior to the recording of the final plat the performance agreement and surety must be posted. The guidelines for the process are here.
Step 7. Submit Plans Resolving Conditions of Approval
If plats are approved with conditions the applicant shall submit the plat with all conditions resolved.
Step 8. Recording the Final Plat
After the final approval of the plat and obtaining all required signatures, the applicant must file the final plat with the Williamson County Office of Register of Deeds within 90 days of the date of the Planning Commission approval. No lots may be sold from a plat until it has been recorded.