Modernizing Property Sketching with GeoSketch

Tired of juggling property sketches across disconnected tools? Discover how GeoSketch brings precision, imagery and collaboration into one seamless workflow.

Efficient, accurate property assessment is more important than ever. That’s where the Assessment Analyst^® GAMA Editor and its GeoSketch tool step in—making it easier for assessors and GIS professionals to manage property sketches with precision and interoperability. This user-friendly app makes it easier for assessors and GIS professionals to handle property sketches, all while offering the ability to keep property records accurate and up to date.

In many traditional Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) systems, AutoCAD is the go-to tool for creating property sketches. While AutoCAD is a powerful tool, it isn’t built with geospatial workflows in mind. That often means assessors end up working in separate environments—sketching in AutoCAD and then having to manually visualize that sketch over ortho imagery to see how that sketch matches.

A major highlight of GeoSketch is how it lets you match your sketches to high-quality ortho imagery. This ensures building sketches align precisely with their real-world locations. By using aerial imagery, assessors can pinpoint structures, spot any differences between existing records and what’s there, and confirm building locations with ease. It also helps streamline the discovery of newly added or modified structures that may not yet be documented, making it easier to keep records up to date.

Because the sketches are geo-referenced, you can see exactly where the buildings are located. This cuts down on errors and helps visualize where and what’s on the ground from inside the office, reducing the need for costly onsite inspections. It’s especially useful for spotting changes or missing improvements that could impact property values and valuation. This kind of visibility also helps field staff plan inspections more efficiently by showing exactly where updates or follow-ups are needed.

GeoSketch makes it simple to open property sketches to a wider audience, making the assessor’s office the go-to source for reliable building data. Instead of being stuck in closed systems, sketches can now be shared with other departments, local planners and even the public. This improved access helps everyone stay on the same page and supports better decision-making in areas like zoning, planning, infrastructure development and emergency response. First responders and emergency managers, for example, can use current sketch data to quickly understand building layouts and property features, allowing them to act more effectively in urgent situations.

Conclusion

In an era where accuracy, efficiency and collaboration are key, tools like Assessment Analyst^® GAMA Editor and its GeoSketch feature are changing the game for property assessment and mapping professionals. By combining intuitive sketching tools with powerful geospatial capabilities, GeoSketch bridges the gap between traditional CAMA systems and modern GIS workflows. It not only improves the accuracy of property records but also can enhance communication across departments and with the public. GeoSketch is the next-generation sketching solution that ensures your property data aligns seamlessly with real-world imagery.