3 Steps to Zoning Clarity
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SEARCH A PARCEL
Enter an address or click on the map and instantly access all zoning layers tied to that property.
UrbanForm integrates verified municipal GIS and zoning data, normalizing regulations at the parcel level so results are consistent, traceable, and reliable.
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GET INSTANT ANSWERS
UrbanForm translates thousands of pages of local code into a single, readable summary. You’ll see permitted uses, setbacks, height and FAR limits, overlays, and even citations linking back to the original ordinance.
Everything shown is sourced, dated, and traceable — so you can verify it instantly.
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EXPORT AND SHARE
Once you’ve reviewed a parcel, generate a full PDF report within seconds containing all the zoning code details, overlays, and source citations.
PDF reports make it easy to share zoning clarity across teams — whether you’re evaluating a site, sketching a concept, or preparing a permit submission.
Key Capabilities
ZONING SUMMARY
UrbanForm compiles all essential zoning and property details into a single, instant view.
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Zone designation, full address, parcel IDs, and lot size/dimensions.
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Street view, satellite imagery, and core building regs like FAR and height.
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Information gathered from dozens of sources, displayed at a glance.
BUILDING REGULATIONS
UrbanForm automatically surfaces all key building and zoning constraints, including:
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Height limits, FAR, setbacks, allowable uses, density, and coverage.
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Overlays, bonuses, restrictions, parking, ADU rules, and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
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Every item links to the governing code source, date-stamped for transparency.
OVERLAY & CONSTRAINT DETECTION
UrbanForm automatically checks your parcel against key geographic and policy layers:
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Historic districts, flood zones, height overlays, parking rules, and environmental constraints.
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All layers are visually mapped, flagged, sourced, and documented.
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Helps you spot issues early—before they slow design or permitting.
SOURCE VERIFICATION & UPDATES
UrbanForm ties every data point to an authoritative source and keeps it continuously updated.
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Each jurisdiction is version-controlled for full transparency.
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Users can see exactly when any zoning rule or document was sourced.
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Ensures all zoning information is current, accurate, and verifiable.
See Why UrbanForm is the Clear Choice
When it comes to zoning accuracy, speed, and reliability,
no manual research or mapping tool comes close.
What Matters?
UrbanForm
Manual Research
Generic Mapping
TIME TO ANSWER
SOURCE CITATIONS
ENVELOPE CALC
TEAM SHARING
UPDATES
Seconds
Yes (date-stamped)
Yes
Instant Reports
Automatic
Weeks
Sometimes
Manual Drafting
Ad Hoc Emails
Manual tracking
Hours
Rarely
No
Screenshots
Sporadic
UrbanForm fits into your existing workflow
TIME TO ANSWER
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Manual/Generic: Weeks or Hours.
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UrbanForm: Seconds.
DATA RELIABILITY
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Manual/Generic: Sometimes Cited or Rarely Cited.
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UrbanForm: Yes (Date-Stamped).
UPDATES & TRACKING
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Manual/Generic: Manual Tracking or Sporadic.
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UrbanForm: Automatic Updates.
TEAM COLLABORATION
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Manual/Generic: Ad hoc emails or Screenshots.
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UrbanForm: Instant Team Reports.
