Plat Application Guidelines
A plat is an official map or chart that delineates a tract of land and its subdivision into one or more distinct parcels. The plat must accurately depict the location, dimensions, and boundaries of property lines, easements, and other relevant features within the subdivision.
In accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 212 (Municipal Regulation of Subdivisions and Property Development) and Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1071 (Professional Land Surveying Practices Act), all plats shall be prepared by a licensed land surveyor. Upon completion, the plat must be filed for permanent record with the County Clerk pursuant to Texas Property Code §12.002 and submitted to the Planning Department for approval and recordkeeping.
In accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 212 (Municipal Regulation of Subdivisions and Property Development) and Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1071 (Professional Land Surveying Practices Act), all plats shall be prepared by a licensed land surveyor. Upon completion, the plat must be filed for permanent record with the County Clerk pursuant to Texas Property Code §12.002 and submitted to the Planning Department for approval and recordkeeping.
Preparing to Submit a Plat within the City of Ennis
Prior to initiating a plat application, all applicants are asked to thoroughly review the Plat Application Guidelines provided by the City. These guidelines outline the mandatory requirements, documentation standards, and procedural steps necessary for compliance with applicable municipal regulations and state law. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in delays, rejection of the application, or the need for resubmission. Once the guidelines have been reviewed and all required materials prepared, the application shall be submitted exclusively through the City’s Online Portal. Incomplete or non-compliant submissions will not be accepted for processing.
Prior to initiating a plat application, all applicants are asked to thoroughly review the Plat Application Guidelines provided by the City. These guidelines outline the mandatory requirements, documentation standards, and procedural steps necessary for compliance with applicable municipal regulations and state law. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in delays, rejection of the application, or the need for resubmission. Once the guidelines have been reviewed and all required materials prepared, the application shall be submitted exclusively through the City’s Online Portal. Incomplete or non-compliant submissions will not be accepted for processing.
Assistant Director of Planning, Development, Inspections and Building Official
Troy Foreman
General Information
Phone Numbers
(972) 875-6442
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8 AM - 5 PM