OpenStreetMap DownloaderΒΆ

This tool will fetch building (‘structure’) data from the OpenStreetMap project for you.

OpenStreetMap Downloader

OpenStreetMap Downloader

The downloaded data will have InaSAFE keywords defined and a default QGIS style applied. To use this tool effectively:

To use this tool effectively:

Use QGIS to zoom in to the area for which you want building data to be retrieved. Check the output directory is correct. Note that the saved dataset will be called buildings.shp (and its associated files).

Warning

If a dataset already exists in the output directory it will be overwritten. This tool requires a working internet connection and fetching buildings will consume your bandwidth.

Note

Downloaded data is copyright OpenStreetMap contributors (click for more info).


Contact info@inasafe.org for more information. Source code available on GitHub! Please file a ticket if you have discovered an issue.
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