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Buffering

Buffering for point\line\area features is powerful!

Buffer data aids in the decision making for a multitude of GIS/mapping needs such as:

Timber: Determining no-cut zones along rivers (riparian areas)
Pipeline/DOT
: Specifying road buffers for right-of-way
Parks: Park and recreation layout (green belt and creek buffers)
City/County: Housing development layout (quiet zones)
Municipal
: Specifying river flood planes
Agriculture: Chemical application and crop planning


Multiple buffer zones can be created for ech feature at specified intervals.