GIS stands for Geographic Information System. Users can access geographic data that is stored in a database, and displayed on a map, or layers of a map.  Users will be able to accomplish many tasks using a GIS, such as:

• Locating properties to prepare Planning and Zoning or Conservation mailing lists
• Reviewing aerial photos of town
• Reviewing property information for boundaries and zoning designations
• Checking the location of designated wetlands and flood zones

Getting Started

You will need to access the GIS using Internet Explorer, not your AOL or other browser. 

If this is your first time accessing a GIS it is recommended that you go to the "help" link after you first enter the GIS site.  The "help" link is located in the upper right of the screen.  There you will find information about how to navigate the maps, how to search for properties of interest, and in general how the map window is laid out.

Please note:

This site utilizes pop-up windows to print GIS Maps and other purposes. You must have pop-up blockers turned off or some features will not function.  Please enable the pop-up windows (make them available) for this site only.

Disclaimer

The site you are linking to and the information on that site is a public resource of general information. The Town of Westport makes no warranty, representation or guaranty as to the content, sequence, accuracy, timeliness or completeness of any of the data provided on the site and the user should not rely on the data provided thereon.

The Town of Westport expressly disclaims any representations and warranties whatsoever and assumes no liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the information provided regardless of how caused, or for any decision made or action taken or not taken by the user in reliance upon any information or data furnished on the site.

Your clicking on the “I agree” link constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions on this page.

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Background

The Town of Westport recognizes the need of its Government, its citizens, and the public at large to have accurate geographic information with which to plan, design, and access property information. It is these needs which have driven the development of a Geographic Information System, (GIS), that can be made available over the internet, using any recent Internet Explorer browser. 

The initial release of the web-based GIS is focused on providing a solid foundation on which to build a wealth of information. It is focused on providing functional access to accurate base map information consisting of property information, planimetric locations, topographic data, and aerial imagery. It is the goal of the Town to utilize this information, along with proven computer technology, to build useful applications that will assist users in getting answers to complex geographic based questions, and to improve the way we conduct the business of government.

Developed by James W. Sewall Company, this website is powered by Environmental System Research Institute's (ESRI) ArcIMS product. ArcIMS provides a scalable framework for distributing GIS services and data over the Internet. It is used to publish GIS maps, data and geographic services for access by many users both inside the organization and outside on the World Wide Web.