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1. Where would I find subdivision and building permit information?

This information is available on our website:

• Building Permit Data
• Subdivision Data

2. What are some of the organizations that you work with to coordinate GIS activities?

York County GIS Advisory Council - Meets every two months to coordinate GIS activities within York County. County staff representing nine departments participate in the council.

• County GIS Professionals of Pennsylvania
  • Meets quarterly to guide geospatial activities within the state, comment on related legislation, coordinate training, and share best practices and ideas with other counties.
• South-Central Counter-Terrorism Task Force GIS Sub-Committee
  • Meets on a monthly basis to coordinate GIS activities within the eight counties in the south-central region of PA. This group shares GIS resources and work to resolve data compatibility issues.

3. How do I request GIS data and maps?

GIS Data can be freely downloaded by visiting the York County GIS Open Data Portal. To request a map, please fill out the map request form (PDF). View more information on our Request a Map page.

4. Is there an online mapping application available?

Yes, please visit the York County Map Portal website to see available web mapping applications.

5. Where can I find information about threatened and endangered plants and animals?

In the Natural Areas Inventory (PDF) component of the York County Comprehensive Plan.

6. What is the County's population?

The U.S. Census Bureau issues population estimates annually. We can provide an actual number from the 2010 Census. The population of York County is 434,972. View the census website for a complete York County fact sheet.