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Making all this data available and searchable via a single application has made a previously <br /> tedious and time-consuming research effort quick and easy . As a result , the number of <br /> applications that can be researched and processed by the Building Department has <br /> increased dramatically. <br /> By also making this application available to the public via the Internet, applicants are better <br /> prepared beforehand . This not only makes the application process move more efficiently, it <br /> in turn cuts down on public foot traffic in the Building Department as well . <br /> 'Case Study Courtesy of ESRI ArcNews Magazine <br /> StAutornated Neighborhood and Vicinity Mapping <br /> Planning Departments across the country are turning to GIS for automation of several tasks , <br /> including the production of neighborhood and vicinity maps for public meetings and public <br /> distribution . The Planning Division will be able to better serve its public duties by utilizing an <br /> automated mapping application that enables staff members to quickly and efficiently <br /> create neighborhood and vicinity maps . At present , there is no automated means for <br /> generation of these maps . <br /> An Intranet GIS data browser is a resource that can be used by Community Development <br /> staff to view and map GIS data . It is recommended that the Department utilize an Intranet <br /> GIS data browser to provide mapping and spatial analysis capabilities for non-technical staff <br /> ( more information on this application is provided in the Enterprise-Wide Applications section <br /> of this chapter) . <br /> RtPlanning Support Systems <br /> Another potential utilization of GIS within the Community Development Department is the <br /> analysis of proposed development scenarios during plan reviews . It is recommended that <br /> the Community Development Department procure a third party extension for ArcGIS that will <br /> enable departmental staff to leverage existing GIS infrastructure to perform these types of <br /> analyses . The solution should provide the ability to version temporary scenario data , as this <br /> will facilitate the reconciliation of approved data changes to master data sources ( more <br /> information on these applications is provided in the GIS Application section below ) . Zoning <br /> Analyst, a third party Arc View extension gives planners the tools to manage any kind of <br /> zoning or land use case . Designed with an open data interface, Zoning Analyst can assist <br /> any planning department with complex zoning issues as well as support the basic functions <br /> of the planning office such as providing public information , case management, and <br /> ' generate public notification letters and maps . Tools include land use analysis , setback <br /> creation and analysis, and case history tracking . <br /> 24 <br /> GIS Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan Chapter 1 - Departmental GIS Needs Assessment <br />