Structures
API Information
Version:v1.5.0
Region:US
Used for:Provides precise building geometry and elevation context for parcel-level decision-making in real estate, insurance, energy, and municipal planning workflows.
Overview
The LightBox Structures API delivers authoritative, high-resolution building footprint data derived from exterior wall outlines. This dataset forms a foundational layer within the LightBox SmartFabric™ data ecosystem, supporting a wide array of geospatial and property analytics applications.
Key Capabilities
- ✓Query and retrieve structures intersecting a custom geometry or bounding box
- ✓Fetch all structures linked to a specific parcel boundary
- ✓Overlay vector tile layers of building structures on any mapping platform
- ✓Look up individual buildings using LightBox ID or UBID (Unique Building Identifier)
- ✓Customize map visualizations with flexible boundary styling—color, fill, line weight, and opacity—to match your brand or theme
- ✓Integrate with other LightBox APIs for enriched location intelligence
Scope
Building Details
- Accurate Footprint Geometry based on exterior walls
- Estimated Building Height from ground level
- Surface and Ground Elevation values
Use Cases
- 3D Property Visualization and Modeling
- Solar Potential and Shadow Analysis
- Insurance Risk Modeling and Underwriting
- Urban Planning and Infrastructure Management