What does the lot and block system use to develop a property's legal description?

The lot and block system utilizes plat references to create a property's legal description. In this system, land is divided into blocks and lots, which are mapped out in a subdivision plat created by a surveyor. This plat provides specific details, such as dimensions and boundaries, which are essential for accurately describing parcels of land. Once the plat is recorded with the appropriate governmental authority, it can be used to assign identifiers to individual lots within the larger tract of land. This method is particularly advantageous in urban and suburban areas where lands are subdivided for various uses, as it offers a clear and organized way to identify properties.

The other options do not serve the same purpose in the lot and block system: deed references generally pertain to previous transactions, survey markers are used for physical boundary identification but do not provide a comprehensive legal description on their own, and title records are broader documents that pertain to ownership rather than specific lot configurations.