Add an 'Other' Layer | Elevate

You can add Custom Layers to your map by providing a link to a URL that serves a CSV. Other Layers can only be drawn as point layers. You must also enter latitude and longitude. Easting and Northing are not supported.

Important Note:

This article applies to Elevate V5 permit applications. If your system matches the V4 image below, you may be using a different version. Please visit the V4 Add an Other Layer guide instead.

Note:

The CSV must be in an identical format to the following:

• Parcel_number

• URL - link to a record

• Item_type

• Marker_data - formatted HTML

• Latitude

• Longitude

Instructions

1. Sign in to Community Development

2. Click Admin Tools

3. Click Organizational Settings

4. Click Map Settings

5. Click the Others tab, then click + Add Custom Layer:

6. Click the New Layer to expand its settings:

7. Complete the fields:
   

   • Title: This will be used in the legend.

   • URL: This is the link from which the CSV will be fetched. Every time the map loads, the CSV will be pulled. The file is not cached.

   • Color: This will be used for the color of the points.

   • Visible: Sets whether the layer is shown by default when the map loads.