Every property has a backstory. Know yours.
Instant property research: permits, ownership, zoning, hazards and permit approval roadmap. List, buy, build and close with confidence.
How it works
Address in. Report out.
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Enter an address
The property is matched to its parcel, APN, boundary and governing authority.
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We gather the records
Zoning, assessor, building, permit and hazard records are brought together with source references.
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Review and export
Explore the findings, then download a cited PDF.
The report
Find the red flags before they find you.
- Was that addition ever permitted?
- When did it last change hands, and for how much?
- What zoning, overlays and hazards apply?
- What would it take to build what you're planning?
See the format and supporting records for a commercial property in Indianapolis.
Explore the sample report
Findings to review
| Finding | Status |
|---|---|
Open permitsIndianapolis building permits 15 of the 20 most recent permits not yet finaled | Look into |
Assessed valueMarion County property records Two sources differ: $38.99M vs. $33.78M | Look into |
Zoning overlayMarion zoning code, C4 Metro Context Area; setbacks vary by yard type | Note |
Last transferMarion County property records Dec 5, 2024 to KATC Property LLC, price not recorded | Note |
Flood & historicFEMA, National Park Service FEMA Zone X, minimal flood hazard; no National Register listing | Clear |
What's in the report?
Its past, its present and its potential, in one cited report.
Key facts
Assessed value, zoning district, lot area and open permits at a glance.
Aerial & zoning maps
Parcel boundary and building footprints over current imagery, with the zoning district drawn in.
Property & ownership
APN, owner of record, mailing address, legal description and parcels in common ownership.
Buildings
Building count, footprint, lot coverage, year built, stories and height.
Zoning & permitted uses
Base district, overlays, district purpose and the uses the district permits.
Development standards
Setbacks, maximum height, FAR and lot coverage, each with its source.
Permit history
Recent permits, open and finaled, with filing dates, status and descriptions.
Valuation & taxes
Assessed land and improvement values, value per square foot and billed taxes.
Hazards & site
FEMA flood zone, historic register, elevation, school district and Opportunity Zone.
Built for your workflow
Research you can trace, save and share.
Supporting records stay connected to the findings, from your first review to the PDF in your closing file, legal matter or investment memo.
Follow the evidence
Code references and public records accompany the findings, so your team can review the basis for each answer.
Keep a dated record
Source retrieval dates and an issue date keep your research tied to a specific point in time.
Share it with your team
Download a clear, organized report for closing review, legal due diligence or acquisition screening.
Plans for recurring research
Match your plan to your firm's report volume.
Every plan is tailored to your firm's specific needs.
Compare plans and pricingQuestions
What teams ask first.
What does a report include?
Zoning and permitted uses, development standards, aerial and zoning maps, buildings, ownership, permit history, valuation, taxes and site conditions—with source references alongside the findings.
How does ParcelRights help with a commercial transaction?
It brings zoning and existing property records into one report for closing review, legal due diligence and acquisition screening, so your team can spend less time gathering records and more time evaluating the deal.
What red flags does a report surface?
Open and expired permits, FEMA flood zones, historic register listings, zoning overlays, recent transfers and changes in assessed value and taxes, each with the record it came from.
Can I see a sample report?
Yes. Download the sample PDF to see a commercial property report for Indianapolis, including maps, zoning, development standards and supporting records. No account is needed.
How are findings documented?
Findings include source references and retrieval dates. Each issued report is a dated record that your team can keep with its closing file, matter documents or investment research.
Can my team share reports?
Team and Enterprise plans include a shared report library for the firm. Team also pools its monthly report allowance across seats, so colleagues can work from the same research.
No more digging through county portals