EuclidHL

AI-Powered Planning & Zoning Assistant with GIS Integration

AI
LLM
GIS
ArcGIS Maps SDK
Calcite Design System

Project Overview

EuclidHL is an AI-powered planning and zoning assistant that revolutionizes how communities access and understand their planning and zoning information. By combining GIS technology with advanced language models, it provides accurate, community-specific answers to planning and zoning questions 24/7.

The system was developed to address the challenges of navigating complex planning documents and zoning ordinances, which can span hundreds of pages and include numerous maps, graphics, and technical diagrams.

Key Features

  • 24/7 availability for planning and zoning inquiries
  • Integration with ArcGIS technology for spatial visualization
  • Community-specific responses based on local regulations
  • Interactive maps and 3D scenes for visual context

Technical Implementation

AI Architecture

  • Agent-based LLM framework for autonomous decision-making
  • Defensive tools to prevent unsuitable questions and responses
  • Conversation logging and administrative review capabilities

GIS Integration

  • ArcGIS API for JavaScript integration
  • Dynamic map rendering and scene visualization
  • Integration with ArcGIS Urban planning projects

Features in Action

3D GIS visualization of active projects in Cañon City

3D GIS Integration

EuclidHL seamlessly integrates with ArcGIS to provide interactive 3D visualizations of urban development projects. This feature allows users to explore active projects, zoning areas, and development plans in an immersive 3D environment.

Interactive zoning requirements visualization for fence building

Interactive Zoning Assistance

When users inquire about specific zoning requirements, such as fence building regulations, EuclidHL provides detailed visual guidance. The system highlights relevant parcels and displays interactive diagrams showing exact specifications and requirements.

Impact

EuclidHL is currently deployed in Cañon City, Colorado, and select other cities across the United States. It provides reliable, defensible, and locally specific answers to questions about:

  • • Home additions and property modifications
  • • Business location requirements
  • • Municipal growth plans
  • • Housing development initiatives
  • • Open spaces and transportation planning
  • • Zoning regulations and restrictions

Experience EuclidHL

Try the live demo to see how EuclidHL helps communities navigate complex planning and zoning information with AI-powered assistance.

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Project Team & Roles

James Patton
Lead Software Architect – Houseal Lavigne AssociatesHelped develop the overall system architecture and implemented both the frontend and backend components.
Devin Lavigne
Principal | Cofounder – Houseal Lavigne AssociatesDeveloped the vector database, engineered prompt workflows, and structured the project's data architecture.
Sujan Shrestha
Planner II – Houseal Lavigne AssociatesDesigned custom maps and visual graphics to enhance the project's spatial analysis and user experience.