Geographic Information Systems (GIS) consists of users, hardware and software used for creating, mapping, analyzing and managing geographic data. A GIS centrally stores information about the world in a collection of map layers. Rather than having information in many formats stored in multiple places like filing cabinets, different computer systems, large binders or static paper maps, a GIS pulls together very different pieces of information into one system. These map layers may be overlaid and linked together to create maps, integrate information, visualize and compare scenarios, solve problems and more effectively manage resources.

For local governments, a GIS is a computer technology that combines geographic data and other types of information (names, classifications, addresses and much more) to generate visual maps, reports, answer important questions and solve problems. A GIS uses geographic location to relate otherwise disparate data and provides a systematic way to collect and mange location-based information crucial to local government.

There are several ways the public can interact with GIS data for the County of San Benito, City of Hollister and the City of San Juan Bautista.

Web GIS Portal

Welcome to the San Benito County GIS Web Portal. The web portal will allow you to interact with geographic data and create your own custom maps for the county of San Benito, Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista. We have information for landuse, zoning, general plan, fault lines, jurisdictions, polling places and more to come in the future.

Interactive Map Portal

Online GIS Viewer

The GIS Viewer allows the user to access parcel and address information, as well as a variety of other spatial data within the County of San Benito County, the City of Hollister and San Juan Bautista.

The Viewer works on all browsers.

Open Data Portal

Download GIS data

Resources

• Learn More About GIS
• San Benito County WebGIS
• ESRI GIS and Mapping Software
• Central Coast Joint Data Committee