Question 80

A recorded plat of the subdivision is required by the Illinois Plat Act.

In order to comply with the Illinois Plat Act, a developer must prepare and record a plat that illustrates the layout of the subdivision, including the individual lots, roads, and utilities.

A) a metes and bounds legal description of each lot

This option is incorrect because while metes and bounds descriptions can be used in property descriptions, the Illinois Plat Act specifically requires a recorded plat for subdivision purposes, which encompasses a visual representation rather than just written descriptions.

B) no survey, but legal and detailed plats

This choice is incorrect as the Illinois Plat Act mandates that a plat must be recorded, and typically, this involves a survey to ensure that the subdivision meets all legal and regulatory requirements. The absence of a survey would undermine the validity of the plat.

C) a recorded plat of the subdivision

This is the correct answer because the Illinois Plat Act explicitly requires a formal, recorded plat that delineates the lots, roads, and utilities for the subdivision. Recording the plat is essential for legal recognition of the subdivision.

D) a record of conveyance and restrictions of the subdivision

This option is incorrect because while records of conveyance and restrictions are important for property transactions and governance, they do not fulfill the specific requirement of the Illinois Plat Act, which focuses on the necessity of a recorded plat for subdivisions.

Conclusion

The requirement for a recorded plat of the subdivision under the Illinois Plat Act is fundamental to the legal establishment of the lots and infrastructure within the development. Options A, B, and D do not meet the specific regulatory requirements set forth by the Act, confirming that C is the definitive correct answer.