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We are in the process of completing a lot split (1 lot into 2) with the SB9 process. The City approved the subdivision and recorded a document with the restrictions. Interestingly, they did not specify a need to file a final Parcel Map on the document - which we have not done yet. I got a call from an underwriter who sends me the approval and names it "Recorded 2026 Survey.pdf". Then he wants a "metes and bounds" legal description of the two new properties for some sort of Title Endorsement Agreement. I believe it has something to do with maintaining a loan position.

I don't see how I can write a proper legal description of a property not yet subdivided. And I don't want someone to use it for a purpose that may cloud the title.

Forgot to Attach the files

On the recorded 2026 survey.pdf; see .pdf page 11, Item No. 2: The project requires that a Parcel Map to be filed.

I've done this in the past year.
I just did a description of each parcel as a portion of the original deed.
No Plat was required. Just an exercise in my opinion.
The final parcel map recorded without problems.