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Ellis County, Texas
Development | Engineering
REVIEW PROCESS
The Growth Assessment Team reviews developments to ensure compliance with all County regulations to promote & maintain quality growth. Meeting with the team prior to submitting an application may help minimize potential issues.
The links below allow you to schedule a pre-application meeting & provide a general overview of our development review process via a flowchart.
PLAT REVIEW
The Department of Development reviews all plat applications, usually after review of any required civil plans, to ensure they meet the County's requirements. Below is a general outline of the review process, along with other information needed to submit for review.
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Plat Submittal Calendar (applications accepted once a month, based on this calendar)
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Sample Preliminary & Final Plat
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Approved Plat Language (contact staff for latest signature of officials)
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Plat Application - (use this application for variances & other cases)
ENGINEERING REVIEW
The County Engineer's Office reviews all civil, drainage, and other associated plans to ensure they meet the County's requirements. Below you'll find information about submittals, checklists, and applications.
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Infrastructure Development Plan Checklist (checklist for mobile home/RV parks, multi-tenant developments, or similar)
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Engineering Plan Review Application (also used for Infrastructure Development Plan)
INSPECTION REVIEW
This department also inspects roads & infrastructure for new subdivisions. Below are the requirements & documents for that process.
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Construction Proposal Summary Sheet (have sheet ready before the pre-construction meeting)
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Pre-Construction Meeting (fill out the Pre-Application Meeting Request form)
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR ALL PLAT APPLICANTS
If you are submitting a plat between the period between October 1 and January 31, please read the information below and plan accordingly to avoid any potential delays in recording your approved plat.
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If the taxes for the next year have already been calculated, those new taxes must be paid in full and presented with a Tax Certificate showing a raised seal (not a receipt) showing a zero balance, prior to your plat being recorded with the Clerk's Office. (Section 12.002 of the Texas Property Code).
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Regardless of the time, before plats are recorded, the taxes must show a zero balance with a Tax Certificate as described above.