Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

HK Planlama actively uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology for the collection, processing and interpretation of spatial data. We provide GIS-supported analysis and decision support systems across all our service areas, particularly urban planning, zoning and energy projects.

GIS Analysis Services

  • Spatial Analysis: Land use analysis, suitability mapping, accessibility and proximity analyses
  • Multi-Criteria Evaluation: Weighted layer analyses for site selection, risk assessment and planning decisions
  • Demographic & Socio-Economic Analysis: Population projections, density mapping and service area planning
  • Environmental Impact Analysis: Spatial assessment of natural resources, protected areas and sensitive zones

Spatial Data Infrastructure

We design and build sustainable, updatable spatial data infrastructures at the institutional level:

  • Urban Information System (UIS): Comprehensive information systems for municipalities integrating zoning, infrastructure, property and address data
  • Database Design: Spatial database architecture, data standards and metadata management
  • Data Integration: Consolidation, transformation and quality control of data from multiple sources
  • Web GIS: Browser-based map services and interactive data sharing platforms

Digitisation Services

We provide high-precision digitisation services for converting analogue maps and plans to digital format:

  • Base map digitisation and georeferencing
  • Zoning plan digitisation and transfer of plan notes to database
  • Cadastral map digitisation
  • Digital archiving of historical maps and documents
  • Integration of title deed and zoning data into GIS

3D Modelling

We enhance your decision-making process by visualising your projects in three dimensions:

  • 3D City Modelling: Three-dimensional urban models from building, terrain and infrastructure data
  • Digital Elevation Model (DEM): High-resolution terrain models from LiDAR, drone and satellite data
  • Visibility & Shadow Analysis: Sun-shadow simulations for zoning planning and energy projects
  • Project Visualisation: Presentation of planning decisions in 3D and public information materials