Using the Points of Interest Search in LandVision Commercial and Builder Editions

  1. Click on the Search tab from the Main Toolbar. The Search Filter window appears.

  2. Select Points of Interest Search from the Search drop down menu.

  3. Select your desired search filter criteria with the following search filter options:

    • Major Brands: Commonly-known brands can be selected by name. The options are categorized by type such as Coffee Shop, Fast Food, Full Service, Grocery, Home Improvement, etc. At the bottom, there are also options for 1) Additional Retail such as Automotive, Gas & Convenience and Pharmacy; and 2) Other: Enter custom brand names in the text fields provided.

    • Official Name/Brand Name: Official Names or Brand Names can be searched for using the following conditions: starts with, is, is not, ends with, contains, is empty and is null.

    • Location: Use this filter to restrict your search to a specific City, Zip Code, or Street Name. Make sure your map is zoomed out to beyond the area where you want to search.

    • Service Group: POIs can be searched for by their classified Service Group. Filter by one or more service groups by selecting the respective radio button.

    • Service Category/Service Subcategory: POIs can be searched for by their service or subservice categories (e.g. Dentist) using the following conditions: starts with, is, is not, ends with, contains, is empty and is null.

    Note: To ensure search results, do not use a Category filter when selecting specific names.

  4. Click OK to run your POI search. Your search results will appear as brand logos on the map. The Search Results Box will also be updated to reflect your results.

    Tip: To generate a map exhibit that showcases desirable amenities surrounding your site subject, create a Quick Map Exhibit within a few clicks.

    Note: Use the Search Filter Bar to quickly adjust your search filter criteria. It is below the Main Toolbar. Hover over a tab, such as Brand Name, to open a drop-down list with search filter criteria.

  5. Click on any brand logo on the map screen.

  6. When the POI window displays, click the Command button for a variety of POI options (See Commands Menu Options below for more information).