Wilkes-Barre, PA · Luzerne County
Major Subdivision Application
Property owners and applicants use this application to request approval for a major subdivision from the City of Wilkes-Barre.
What this form is
The application requests information about the applicant, property owner, surveyor or engineer, property location, lot dimensions, tax map description, and zoning district. Applicants must attach a narrative report, existing and proposed deed descriptions, and subdivision plans with applicable supporting materials. The form also asks about zoning review and requested modifications, and requires the applicant or a representative to attend the Planning Commission meeting.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking approval to subdivide property in Wilkes-Barre must complete this application and provide the required plans and supporting materials.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form requires no notarized or sworn attachment, only the listed plans, deeds, and supporting materials.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Major Subdivision Application for Wilkes-Barre.
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Complete the Application
Provide the requested applicant, owner, surveyor or engineer, property, lot, tax map, and zoning information.
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Gather Attachments
Include the narrative report, deed descriptions, 20 prefolded copies of the plan and application, and applicable supporting materials.
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Submit to the City
Submit the application and required materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Major Subdivision Application request?
- It requests applicant and property information, proposed lot dimensions, zoning details, and supporting plans and documents for a major subdivision request.
- What attachments are required?
- The form lists a narrative report, existing and proposed deed descriptions, 20 prefolded copies of the subdivision plan and application, and applicable supporting materials.
- Do I need a notary for the Major Subdivision Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires no notarized or sworn attachment, only the listed plans, deeds, and supporting materials.
- How do I submit the Major Subdivision Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.