Technical Disclosure

Map Data Attribution

Technical information about map data sources, licensing, and attribution requirements for our property search platform including OpenStreetMap and ESRI services.

Data Sources: OpenStreetMap & ESRI

License: ODbL 1.0

Updated: 6/4/2026

Map Attribution Notice

Our property search platform utilizes map data that requires proper attribution to OpenStreetMap contributors, ESRI, and related data providers.

OpenStreetMap Data

Our interactive property search maps are powered by OpenStreetMap (OSM), a collaborative project to create a free editable map of the world built by a community of contributors worldwide.

Key Characteristics:

Community-driven, crowdsourced mapping data
Free and open data under ODbL license
Global coverage with varying detail levels
Real-time updates from contributors worldwide

ESRI Data

Our platform also incorporates ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) mapping services, providing additional geographic data layers and spatial analysis capabilities.

Key ESRI Services:

ArcGIS Online basemaps and imagery
Geocoding and reverse geocoding services
Spatial analysis and routing capabilities
Demographic and boundary data layers

Technical Implementation

OpenStreetMap Implementation:

AWS Amplify UI Geo with MapLibre GL
Vector tiles for optimal performance
Custom styling for property search use cases

ESRI Implementation:

ArcGIS API integration for enhanced data
Multiple basemap layers and imagery
Professional geocoding services

Data Processing:

Geocoding via AWS Location Service & ESRI ArcGIS
Property location data integration
Spatial indexing for search performance
Multi-source data validation and reconciliation

License & Attribution Requirements

OpenStreetMap Licensing:

Open Database License (ODbL 1.0)
Free and open data with attribution requirements
Share-alike provisions for derivative works

ESRI Licensing:

Commercial licensing with usage restrictions
Attribution requirements per service level
Restricted redistribution in some cases

Our Attribution Commitment:

© OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0)
ESRI attribution per service agreement
Integrated attribution where technically feasible

Data Quality & Limitations

While OpenStreetMap provides comprehensive global coverage, users should be aware of certain limitations:

Coverage Variations

Urban areas typically have higher detail levels
Rural areas may have limited mapping detail
Data recency varies by region

Usage Considerations

Map data should be cross-referenced with official sources
Property boundaries may not reflect legal descriptions
Road networks and features are subject to change

Additional Resources

Mapping Resources:

Contact & Support

If you have questions about our map data sources or licensing, our support team is here to help.

Technical Inquiries: dev@homesfarmsandland.com

General Questions: kevin@homesfarmsandland.com

This disclosure is provided in compliance with OpenStreetMap's ODbL licensing requirements and our commitment to transparency about all data sources.