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