Tonawanda, NY · Erie County
Major Subdivision Review Application
This application requests Town of Tonawanda review of a proposed major subdivision and is submitted by the petitioner, owner, lessee, agent, or contract purchaser.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application starts the Town of Tonawanda’s review of a proposed major subdivision, including sketch, preliminary plat, and final plat stages. The applicant provides property and proposal details, signs a statement that the application and supporting materials are accurate, and submits the plans and documents listed in the checklist. The form identifies application materials, review actions, and final plat filing information; the Town reviews the submission and records its decisions in the official-use sections.
Who needs it
A petitioner, owner, lessee, agent, or contract purchaser seeking Town of Tonawanda approval for a major subdivision must complete and submit the application.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the sworn truth statement in the application’s “Sworn to before me” block before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Town of Tonawanda Major Subdivision Review Application and review the checklist for the applicable review stage.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the petitioner and property details, describe the proposal, and gather the plans and supporting documents listed in the form.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary before signing the sworn statement.
- 4
Sign On Video
Show identification and sign the application during the live video session when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the notarized application and required materials to the Town of Tonawanda for review.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Tonawanda. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the major subdivision application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the sworn statement during a live video session and submit the notarized application with the required materials to the Town.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “Sworn to before me” block, and its checklist requires a completed, signed, and notarized application for the preliminary plat.
- Can a commissioned online notary notarize this application?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. A commissioned online notary can notarize your signature during a live video session.
- What documents does the Town require with the application?
- The checklist varies by review stage and includes plans and supporting materials. For a preliminary plat, the form lists items such as a property map, legal descriptions, tax maps, and a long-form environmental assessment; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.