§ 151.087 FINAL PLAT CERTIFICATION FORMS.
FORMS NEEDED FOR FINAL PLAT CERTIFICATION
Form 1 CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP, CONSENT, AND DEDICATION (on plat)
   I (we) hereby certify that I am (we are) the owner(s) of the property shown and described hereon and that I (we) hereby adopt this plan of subdivision with my (our) free consent, and in accordance with my (our) desire, dedicate all streets, alleys, walks, parks, and other open spaces to public or private use as noted.
[Date]                                          
[Signed]                                                     
                                                       
         Owner(s)
From 2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCURACY (on plat)
   I hereby certify that the plan shown and described hereon is a true and correct survey to the accuracy required by the Town of Hanover, Indiana, Plan Commission, and that the monuments have been placed as shown hereon, to the specifications of the Subdivision Control Ordinance.
[Date]                                          
[Signed]                                                     
      Engineer/Surveyor
                                                       
      Registration Number
Form 3 CERTIFICATE OF THE APPROVAL OF WATER AND SEWERAGE SYSTEMS (on plat)
   I hereby certify that the water supply and sewage disposal utility systems installed, or proposed for installation, in the subdivision plat entitled                               , fully meet the requirements of the Town of Hanover Construction Standards and are hereby approved as shown.
[Date]                                          
[Signed]                                                                
   Town of Hanover Building Inspector
Form 4 CERTIFICATE OF THE APPROVAL OF STREETS AND UTILITIES
   I hereby certify that either:
   (1)   Streets, utilities, and other improvements have been installed in an acceptable manner and according to town specifications in the subdivision entitled                                                        ;or
   (2)   A security bond in the amount of $                          has been posted with the Clerk-Treasurer to assure completion of all required improvements in case of default; or
   (3)   The need for a security bond has been waived by the Plan Commission and that the subdivider has been made aware of the conditions affording this waiver.
[Date]                                          
[Signed]                                                                             
         (for (1)) Town of Hanover Building Inspector
                                                                                   
         (for (2)) Town of Hanover Clerk-Treasurer
                                                                                    
         (for (3)) President, Hanover Plan Commission
Form 5 RESOLUTION OF PLAN COMMISSION APPROVING FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT
Name of Plat/Subdivision                                                                            
Name(s) of Owner(s)                                                                                  
HANOVER, INDIANA PLAN COMMISSION
11 Madison Avenue, P.O. Box 288
Hanover, IN 47243
   The following is an extract from the minutes of the meeting of the Hanover, Indiana Plan Commission
held on [date]                                ,
[ Be it resolved: ]
   1.   That roads, sidewalks, curbs, drainage systems, storm drains, catch basins, rights-of-way, easements, open spaces, park and recreation sites, and other improvements and installations, etc., be constructed as set forth on such approved final plat, including the construction of all off-site improvements and drainage systems.
   2.   That all of the aforesaid improvements and installations be constructed in accordance with local government specifications. That in addition to the improvements and installations set forth on the approved final plat, all stipulations and undertakings appearing in the minutes of the Plan Commission, together with the agreement offering irrevocable dedication of such improvements which the owner or developer has agreed to, are incorporated in this resolution by reference, as well as all agreements, regulations, rules, resolutions, and orders of the local government
   3.   That said                               , as owners of the above plat execute and file with the Clerk-Treasurer a performance bond, in the amount of $                        , sufficient to cover the full cost of said improvements as estimated by the Commission or other appropriate local government officials or agencies, which performance bond shall be issued by a Bonding or Surety Company to be approved by the Hanover Town Council and shall also be approved by such Town Council as to form, sufficiency, and manner of execution. Said performance bond shall run for a term of ( ) years (not exceeding ( ) years), provided, however, that the term of such performance bond may be extended by the Plan Commission with the consent of the parties thereto as provided by law, for a period not to exceed one (1) additional year. The bond shall also provide, among other things, that in the event that any required improvements have not been installed and deeded to the municipality free and clear of all encumbrances as provided by this Resolution, with the terms of such performance bond, the Town Council may thereupon declare said performance bond to be in default and collect the sum remaining payable there under, and apply said sum towards obtaining free and clear title to said improvements, including payment of all liens and encumbrances on the property and all costs and expenses, including legal fees, incurred by the local government in acquiring free and clear title, and install such improvements as are covered by such performance bond commensurate with the extent of building development that has taken plan in the subdivision but not exceeding in cost the amount of such proceeds.
   4.   That the final plat will not be signed by the President of the Plan Commission until the submission and approval of the required bond by the Town Council of Hanover.
   5.   That said bond will not be released or reduced until the public improvements are approved as built by the office of the Town Engineer and all improvements, roads, rights-of-way, easements, open spaces, park and recreation sites, including off-site improvements and land have been deeded to and accepted by the local government, in accordance with the procedure for dedication of improvements adopted by the Plan Commission and prior to any street, or other improvement being accepted by the city as hereinafter provided, the Subdivider shall post a Maintenance Bond and/or other security naming the Town as Obligee in an amount deemed adequate by the town to insure maintenance of said improvements for a period of at least thirty-six (36) months from the date of acceptance by the town.
   6.   This Resolution expires on                              .
STATE OF INDIANA )
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON)
I,                                              , President of the Plan Commission of Hanover, Indiana, hereby certify that I have compared the foregoing copy of an extract from the minutes of the said Plan Commission, held                                             , with the original now in my possession, and find the same to be a true and correct transcript therefrom.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunder subscribed my name this        day of                     , 20               
                                        
President, Plan Commission
Form 6 FINAL PLAT APPROVAL CHECK LIST (To be completed by Plan Commission)
Name of Subdivision                                                                                                            
Location                                                                             
Zoning District                                                                                                                    
Owner:      Name                                                                                                               
         Address                                                                               Phone                    
Developer (if different from owner):
         Name                                                                                                              
         Address                                                                                Phone                  
Surveyor or Engineer                                     Registration Number:                                       
Date of Preliminary Plat Approval                                                                                         
Check List
                   Five (5) copies submitted 30 days prior to meeting.
                   Copies sent to Town Engineer and utility companies (telephone, gas, electricity, etc.) for recommendations.
                   Copies of private deed restrictions, if any.
                   Plat (drawn to scale of not less than one (1) inch equals 100 feet), to include:
                   Tract designation according to the real estate records of the county.
                   Vicinity sketch at a scale of not less than one (1) inch equals 200 feet.
                   Name and location of subdivision.
                   Names of adjoining owners and/or subdivisions.
                   Date, north arrow, and graphic scale.
                   Acreage of land to be subdivided.
                   Boundary lines of tract to be subdivided.
                   Proposed lot lines and lot numbers, and all dimensions.
                   All dimensions to the nearest hundredth (100th) of a foot and all angles to the nearest second.
                   Outline of property dedicated for public use.
                   Length of all acres, radii, points of curvature, and tangent bearings.
                   Lot lines, street lines, and street names.
                   Building setback lines.
                   Location and description of monuments.
                   Location and description of utility and drainage easements.
                   Names and locations of adjoining properties and streets, with names and addresses of owners.
                   Location of “100-year” flood elevations.
                   Street profiles and cross-sections.
                   Certificate of ownership, consent and dedication. (Form 1)
                   Certificate of Accuracy. (Form 2)
                   Certificate of the approval of water and sewerage systems. (Form 3)
                   Certificate of the approval of streets and utilities. (Form 4)
                   Waiver of remonstrance for annexation included in covenants.
                   Required physical improvements complete, or bond posted in the amount of $               .
                   Certificate of approval of the Final Plat. (Form 5)
Approved for Recording                                                           
                  (Date)
Variances granted
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
Disapproved                                   for the following reasons:
         (Date)
Signed:                                                                                                                                     
      President of Plan Commission            Secretary of Plan Commission
Form 7 SUBDIVISION CHECK LIST
To the subdivider: This form is provided by the Plan Commission for you to use in keeping a running record of the status of your plat by checking off the following steps as they are accomplished.
   1.   Retain a duly licensed engineer or surveyor to draw up the plat.
                                                                                                               
      Name of Engineer/Surveyor
   2.   Consult with Plan Commission — Preliminary Sketch - Free hand or topographic map.
                                                                                                               
      Date of Meeting
   3.   Obtain the following official Town of Hanover documents:
                   3.1   Zoning Ordinance
                   3.2   Subdivision Regulations
                   3.3   Rules Governing the Preparation of Plats
                  3.4   Improvements Specifications
                  3.5   Application Form for Approval of Subdivision Plat by the Plan Commission.
   4.   Refer to the following official Town of Hanover documents:
                   4.1   Comprehensive Plan
                   4.2   Official map(s) relative to project
   5.   Secure the following documents relating to the site:
                   5.1   Survey (including topography)
                   5.2   Tide search
   6.   Secure preliminary review of site by Town Engineer or other designated person (suitability for residences, minimum lot sizes, water supply, drainage, sewerage).
   7.   Prepare preliminary plat of proposed subdivision complying with all applicable town, county, and state regulations insofar as possible, including computations (except that profiles and street and lot sizes may be approximate).
   8.   Obtain appointment through the Plan Commission Secretary for a review of preliminary plat of proposed subdivision.
                                                                                                                    
Date of Meeting                     Time
   9.   Provide the following documents for preliminary review of the Plan Commission:
                  9.1   Evidence of legal ownership of property.
                  9.2   Five (5) copies of preliminary plat with topographic map and rough profiles of proposed streets.
                  9.3   Map showing relation to adjacent properties and to general area.
                  9.4   List of exceptions to regulations, codes, ordinances, and specifications desired by subdivider.
                  9.5   Deed restrictions, existing and proposed, if any.
   10.   After review of the preliminary plat, receive the following in a formal communication from the Plan Commission:
                  10.1   Specific changes required.
                  10.2   List of requirements that the Plan Commission will waive, with detailed reasons for each item waived.
                                                             
Date of Communication
   11.   Prepare final subdivision plat in accordance with regulations as amended.
   12.   Submit plat to Plan Commission and Town Council for final approval, accompanied by the following documents:
                  13.1   Formal application
                  13.2   Certificate of satisfactory completion of all required improvements signed by the Building Inspector; or certification by the Clerk-Treasurer of the posting of a suitable surety bond; or certification of the waiver of the foregoing by the Plan Commission (see Form 4).
   13.   Tentative layout of entire tract if only a portion or phase is submitted for present approval and filing.
                                                                                                                     
Date Submitted               Signature of Receiving Official
Form 8 TOWN OF HANOVER PLAN COMMISSION PUBLIC NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Hanover Plan Commission, on the         day of                   , 20       , at           p.m. in the Hanover Town Hall, 11 Madison Avenue, Hanover, Indiana, will hold a public hearing on                                                                   SUBDIVISION.
                        (Name of Subdivision)
The proposed subdivision involves                                    Lots on                          acres located on                                                    in                                           TOWNSHIP,
      (Street or Road)
SECTION                     , T                        , R                      .
Form 9 TOWN OF HANOVER PLAN COMMISSION AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES FOR PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION APPROVAL
STATE OF INDIANA      )
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON   )      SS:
                                                           
(Name of Subdivision)
I,                                        , do hereby certify that notice to interested parties of the date, time, and place of the public hearing on the above referenced subdivision was certified and mailed to the last known address of each of the following persons owning property adjoining or adjacent to the property contained in this petition:
            OWNER                     ADDRESS
and that said notices were sent by certified mail (receipts attached) on or before the                 day of                            20            , being at least ten days prior to the date of the public hearing.
                                                                                    
                                    (Petitioner or Agent)
Subscribed and sworn to before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, this               day of                          , 20          .
My Commission expires:                                                  (Notary Public)
residing in                                 County
(Ord. 2005-5, passed 6-7-2005)