A Short Plat, or Short Subdivision, is where you begin with one tax parcel and create additional tax parcels from it. This process is generally done for development opportunities either by selling the additional lots or re-investment into the new parcels. Factors included in a Short Plat include the zoning/density of the property, the establishment of environmentally critical areas (ECAs), existing and future vehicle access and road standards, as well as drainage and utility requirements to ensure adequate service.