Purpose: This feature class represents the latest approved zoning in West Palm Beach. Intended Use: The primary use is for display and analysis in city-wide GIS web applications. This layers reflects the City's zoning classifications and is published for public consumption in web mapping applicationsData Source: Geodatabase layer in Planning datasetUpdate Frequency: Within 72 hours of the most recent zoning approval changes by City CommissionHow the data is manipulated: Use the parcel layer as a guide and reshape the zoning layer in SDE using editing tools on ArcGIS Pro. If a non-continuous or multi part polygon is created the editor should merge the multi part polygon with the same zone class polygon.

Purpose: Displays Code Enforcement Zones to indicate a zone per Code Enforcement Officer.Intended Use: Currently used for location and analysis purpose in City applicationsDepartment: Police Department, Code Enforcement, PlanningData Source: Referenced from the Land datasetHow was the Data Derived: Created by GIS staff using GIS software.How was the Data Modified: Static layer and maintenance is due to a new officer (attribute update) or due to annexation (spatial adjustment) as-neededUpdate Frequency: As-Needed and new information provided by Code EnforcementNotes: A proactive approach is taken to inspect neighborhoods, and individual residential and commercial properties to bring them in compliance with the City Code requirements for property maintenance, zoning enforcement, and current licensing of rental business license. Landlord Tenant Affairs service is available for unbiased advice and guidance to both parties.

Purpose: This layer contains polygons representing building footprints.Intended Use: Currently used for location and informational purpose in various maps and appsDepartment: IT - GIS, Planning and Zoning, Development ServicesData Source: Published referenced service from GDB building data setHow was the Data Manipulated: Not is a data maintenance workflow .How the Data is Modified: Acquire new datasetUpdate Frequency: Not is a data maintenance workflow. However several data provider resources are available if the business requirements call for current footprints

Purpose: Displays Geographic area of planning areas govern by the Downtown Master Plan and part of the DMP Zoning Atlas.Intended Use: All downtown development is subject to the provisions of the Downtown Master Plan (DMP) and urban code to ensure that all new buildings contribute to the urban life of the city. The intent of the DMP urban regulations is to create a sustainable downtown with an enhanced quality of life by creating a zoning code which is reflective of the downtown's 13 districts and their different characteristics. These urban regulations enable flexible building design by encouraging a variety of uses, heights, and forms. The urban regulations describe maximum development allowances. Department: Development Services / Urban Design DivisionData Source: Layer referenced is located within the Planning datasetHow was the data derived: From existing maps with the direction of the Urban Design Division when the code of ordinances established the Comprehensive Master Plan and the Chapter 94 - Zoning and Planning development Regulations, Article IV - Downtown Master Plan Urban Regulations.How was the data modified: Static layer except when directed by the Urban Design Division when amending the code of ordinances at Chapter 94 - Zoning and Planning Development Regulations, Article IV - Downtown Master Plan Urban Regulations and/or the Comprehensive Master Plan.Update Frequency: As needed when amendments occur and directed by the Urban Design Division.03/17/23: The latest updates resulted from ordinance 4984-21 of the Comprehensive Master Plan and ordinance 4985-21 of the Chapter 94 - Zoning and Planning development Regulations, Article IV - Downtown Master Plan Urban Regulations.Notes: View the Zoning and development Code https://online.encodeplus.com/regs/westpalmbeach-fl/doc-viewer.aspx#secid-280

Purpose: Displays Geographic area of the Downtown Master Plan.Intended Use: Analysis/zoning decisions regarding the Downtown Master Plan district.Department: Development Services / Urban Design DivisionData Source: Layer referenced is located within the Planning datasetHow was the data derived: From existing maps with the direction of the Urban Design Division when the code of ordinances established the Comprehensive Master Plan and the Chapter 94 - Zoning and Planning development Regulations, Article IV-Downtown Master Plan Urban Regulations.How was the data modified: Static layer except when directed by the Urban Design Division when amending the code of ordinances at Chapter 94 - Zoning and Planning Development Regulations, Article IV - Downtown Master Plan Urban Regulations and/or the Comprehensive Master Plan. The latest updates resulted from ordinance 4984-21 and ordinance 4984-21.Update Frequency: As needed when amendments occur and directed by the Urban Design Division.