Village of Lima, NY · Livingston County
Application for Minor Subdivision
This three-page application requests minor subdivision approval for land in Lima and is filed by the property owner or a purchaser or lessee under contract with the Combined Planning Board.
- 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
Use this form to request approval for a minor subdivision of one to four lots in the Town or Village of Lima. It collects applicant and property details, project information, fee requirements, disclosures, and the applicant’s certification. The application also lists required preliminary plat materials and other submittals; staff reviews the materials for completeness, and the Planning Board may request additional information.
Who needs it
A property owner, or a purchaser or lessee under contract, seeking approval for a minor subdivision of one to four lots in Lima needs this application.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant certification has a “Sworn to before me” jurat; the applicant or applicants signing the certification must sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the minor subdivision application from the Town or Village of Lima.
- 2
Fill Out the Application
Complete the applicant, property, fee, disclosure, and certification sections, and prepare the listed supporting materials.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the applicant certification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the applicant certification during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the Town or Village
Submit the notarized application and required materials to the Town or Village of Lima.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Village of Lima. 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 minor subdivision application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign the applicant certification during the video session, and submit the notarized application with the required materials.
- Do I need to sign this application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The applicant certification includes a “Sworn to before me” jurat, so the applicant or applicants must sign before a notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this Lima form?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c, in effect since 2023. Use a commissioned online notary and confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
- What else must I submit with the application?
- The form calls for eight complete sets of materials and lists preliminary subdivision plat items, along with other documents that may be required. Staff may request additional information, so review the checklist and contact the Town or Village about your submission.
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