Mercer Island, WA · King County
Long Subdivision – Preliminary Approval
This checklist guides applicants seeking preliminary approval for a proposed long subdivision of five or more lots in Mercer Island.
What this form is
Mercer Island uses this checklist for preliminary approval of a long subdivision, defined here as a subdivision of five or more lots. Applicants certify that their submission includes the required materials, which can include a project narrative, plans, reports, maps, legal documents, and fees. The review is Type IV and includes an open-record public hearing.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing to divide land into five or more lots in Mercer Island need this checklist for preliminary approval.
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 checklist is signed and dated without a notary; separately listed ownership and agent-authority affidavits require notarization when applicable.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Checklist
Download the Long Subdivision – Preliminary Approval checklist.
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Complete The Application
Complete the checklist and sign and date the certification on page two.
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Gather Required Materials
Prepare the applicable documents listed, such as plans, reports, maps, affidavits, and the development application form.
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Submit To The City
Submit the checklist and application materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a long subdivision?
- The checklist defines a long subdivision as a subdivision of five or more lots.
- What materials does the application require?
- The checklist includes items such as a development application, project narrative, plans, reports, maps, legal documents, and fees. Some items depend on the project or may be waived by the code official.
- Do I need a notary for the Long Subdivision Preliminary Approval checklist?
- No. The checklist itself is signed and dated without a notary. Separately listed ownership and agent-authority affidavits require notarization when applicable; a commissioned online notary may assist with those separate documents.
- How do I submit the Long Subdivision Preliminary Approval checklist?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Long Subdivision – Preliminary Approval doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mercer Island form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.