Mastering Geospatial Complexity in Planning Processes Leonard Daws Geospatial Information Analyst September 2015 OZRI 2015
Introduction Case Study: The GIS journey of the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014 What Will be Discussed: The different technologies and methods used to draft and publish planning scheme mapping Challenges and paradigm shift OZRI 2015 2
How to get 3 into 1? Drafting Planning Scheme Maps, a New Regional Planning Scheme OZRI 2015 3
Combining the mapping of 3 planning schemes into one had these challenges: Different cadastres captured at different times with different levels of accuracy; Different and/or multiple extra layer categories with differing purposes; New legislation; Inconsistent mapping content across all 3 planning schemes; and Different data creation methodologies/scale. Other impacts after initial drafting: Mathematical cadastral realignment; and De-amalgamation OZRI 2015 4
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Example difference between the bushfire overlay between Caloundra and Maroochy Planning Schemes Different methodologies Different accuracies Prepared at different times Inconsistent extents OZRI 2015 6
Approach: Assessed the availability of scale, methodology, accuracy and temporal aspects of each layer; Automated new data generation reduce the need for marking up maps; Regional consistency; Knowledge of the destination; and The acquisition of regional LiDAR and aerial photography formed the foundation for regeneration of many datasets. Tech used: ArcMap Modelbuilder OZRI 2015 7
Zones translated into new and different categories 90/20 rule: If a lot is covered by 90% or more of 1 zone category, assign that zone; OR The area of a lot less than 20m 2 is a different zone category, assign the majority zone. All other lots that did not fulfil either criteria were left blank for assessment by the planners Tech used: ArcMap Modelbuilder OZRI 2015 8
Regional/area maps are no more, it s time for a new grid. How to create 1500 pdf maps where the existing schemes only had approximately 100 maps each OZRI 2015 9
Map and Grid Orientations 3 types: 40k Grid; Local Plan Portrait; & Local Plan Landscape Use of Page Definition, other Dynamic tools and text to customise each map based on the relevant grid tile (masks, tile names and titles, orientation and map zoom). Tech used: ArcMap Mapbook extension/dynamic Pages toolset OZRI 2015 10
Lot s of changing data How we managed to always use the right data OZRI 2015 11
During drafting, 1300 feature classes were developed or maintained at various times. What we considered during this state of flux: OZRI 2015 12
During drafting, 1300 feature classes were developed or maintained at various times. What we considered during this state of flux: Point of truth File Structure Naming convention Standardisation Access Process Data complexity Data schema Communication Consistency Technology Metadata No thematic restrictions Knowledge of destination Versioning Technical model Vs Planning response Layer ordering Definition queries Documented amendment processes OZRI 2015 12
Even more data, it must be correct Quality assured and authoritative data is a must OZRI 2015 13
Key Issues Focus on data content rather than representation Move from pdf review to electronic review Data sign off process Overlap analysis during mathematical cadastral shift Dealing with overlap Knowledge of data destination De-amalgamation Public Consultation Metadata Manipulator Tech used: ArcMap Modelbuilder Python ArcServer ArcReader Flexviewer In-house development OZRI 2015 14
How do council officers access planning scheme mapping as part of their day to day job? Complexity doesn t have to be hard. OZRI 2015 15
Who is the audience: Legislative functions of Development Assessment and Strategic Planning branches Many others throughout council for various needs GIS officers. Our approach: User stories Technology focus Authoritative data Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer ArcGISonline Flexviewer In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 16
Who is the audience: Legislative functions of Development Assessment and Strategic Planning branches Many others throughout council for various needs GIS officers. Our approach: User stories Technology focus Authoritative data Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer ArcGISonline Flexviewer In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 16
Who is the audience: Legislative functions of Development Assessment and Strategic Planning branches Many others throughout council for various needs GIS officers. Our approach: User stories Technology focus Authoritative data Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer ArcGISonline Flexviewer In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 16
Who is the audience: Legislative functions of Development Assessment and Strategic Planning branches Many others throughout council for various needs GIS officers. Our approach: User stories Technology focus Authoritative data Access: Feature classes Layerfiles Webservices/REST Services Summary and full Development Information reports Flex viewer Pdfs Mobile Apps Future: Integration with council s property system Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer ArcGISonline Flexviewer In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 16
I m from the public, what can I see? Providing easy and free access to the public OZRI 2015 17
Who is the audience: General Public Planning Consultants Community Groups Anyone with an internet connection Our approach: Free to the public Cloud Technology Integration across web apps Provide viewing options Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer HTML Flexviewer Amazon Cloud hosting ArcGISonline In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 18
Who is the audience: General Public Planning Consultants Community Groups Anyone with an internet connection Our approach: Free to the public Cloud Technology Integration across web apps Provide viewing options Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer HTML Flexviewer Amazon Cloud hosting ArcGISonline In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 18
Website Image Map to view Local Plan Area maps Who is the audience: General Public Planning Consultants Community Groups Anyone with an internet connection Our approach: Free to the public Cloud Technology Integration across web apps Provide viewing options Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer HTML Flexviewer Amazon Cloud hosting ArcGISonline In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 18
Who is the audience: General Public Planning Consultants Community Groups Anyone with an internet connection Our approach: Free to the public Cloud Technology Integration across web apps Provide viewing options Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer HTML Flexviewer Amazon Cloud hosting ArcGISonline In-house developed tools OZRI 2015 18
Who is the audience: General Public Planning Consultants Community Groups Anyone with an internet connection Our approach: Free to the public Cloud Technology Integration across web apps Provide viewing options OZRI 2015 18 Access: External Development Information Report (all devices) Feature classes and layerfiles (request from council) Webservices/REST PDFs MyMaps Council website ArcGISonline Mobile Apps Pdonline Future: Open Data Portal (under development) Tech used: ArcMap ArcCatalog ArcServer HTML Flexviewer Amazon Cloud hosting ArcGISonline In-house developed tools
Conclusions: Paradigm shift from maps to systems Complexity doesn t have to be hard Know the destination Big Data can be easy OZRI 2015 19
Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014 website www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/planningscheme Sunshine Coast Council Mapping website http://maps.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au OZRI 2015 20
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