HERE Geocoding and Search results of type place expose in their categories field a list of category references of Level
3.
The HERE places category system provides three levels of granularity:
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Level 1 - Categories that are organized into logical high-level groupings.
For example, "100" represents the top level category for places associated
with eating and drinking establishments (100="Eat and Drink").
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Level 2 - Categories organized by logical sub-groups or domains.
For example, "100-1000" represents the mid-level category for places associated with
eating and drinking establishments that are restaurants (100-1000="Eat and Drink / Restaurant").
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Level 3 - Categories that provide the greatest level of granularity about place categorization.
For example, "100-1000-0001" is the complete category code for places associated with eating and drinking
establishments that are casual dining restaurants (100-1000-0001="Eat and Drink / Restaurant / Casual Dining").
The following sections are organized by level 1 categories, and Level 2 and level 3 categories are found within their
associated level 1 categories.
For example, 100-1000-0001 is documented within the 100 - Eat and Drink section.
The Eat and Drink category is a top level category for places where food or beverages are prepared or served.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Restaurant - An establishment that prepares and serves refreshments and prepared meals.
- Coffee and Tea - An establishment that sells drinks, such as coffee and tea, as well as refreshments.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 100-1000-0000 | Restaurant | An establishment that prepares and serves refreshments and prepared meals. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Restaurant (100-1000-xxxx). |
| 100-1000-0001 | Casual Dining | A restaurant serving moderately-priced food in a casual atmosphere that usually includes table service. |
| 100-1000-0002 | Fine Dining | A full-service restaurant that serves full-course meals in a formal setting. These places usually have high quality décor, highly-trained chefs, wait staff and visually appealing food. Prices are typically higher than other types of restaurants. |
| 100-1000-0003 | Take Out and Delivery Only | A restaurant that offers take-out service, delivery service, or both. |
| 100-1000-0004 | Food Market-Stall | A restaurant that serves specialty foods at a food court, marketplace or outdoor setting including hawker centers (common in Southeast Asia). |
| 100-1000-0005 | Taqueria | A street vendor stand or small restaurant that serves traditional Mexican food, such as tacos or burritos. |
| 100-1000-0006 | Deli | A restaurant that sells ready-to-serve delicatessens including cold cut meats, cheeses and salads. This type of restaurant can be found as a stand-alone establishment or within a grocery store. |
| 100-1000-0007 | Cafeteria | A restaurant that provides food service with little or no wait staff. This type of establishment is common in schools, large office buildings, hospitals and other public establishments. |
| 100-1000-0008 | Bistro | A restaurant that serves moderately priced meals in a European-styled casual setting. |
| 100-1000-0009 | Fast Food | A restaurant offering food that is prepared and served quickly. |
| 100-1000-0050 | Family Restaurant | A family-friendly restaurant chain location which provides casual food. The menu includes a wide variety of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. Note: This category is a Japan-only category. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 100-1100-0000 | Coffee-Tea | An establishment that sells drinks, such as coffee and tea, as well as refreshments. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Coffee-Tea (100-1100-xxxx). |
| 100-1100-0010 | Coffee Shop | An establishment that primarily sells coffee, but may also serve light foods, such as pastries or other snacks. |
| 100-1100-0331 | Tea House | An establishment that sells tea and other related products. |
The Going Out-Entertainment category is a top level category for places commonly associated with entertainment, such as
bars, cinemas, theatres, casinos and nightclubs.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Nightlife-Entertainment - An establishment that provides evening entertainment and usually serves alcoholic
beverages.
- Cinema - An establishment that shows movies through screen projection.
- Theatre, Music and Culture - An establishment where various types of performing arts are presented.
- Gambling-Lottery-Betting - An establishment that provides gambling entertainment.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 200-2000-0000 | Nightlife-Entertainment | An establishment that provides evening entertainment and usually serves alcoholic beverages. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined forNightlife-Entertainment (200-2000-xxxx). |
| 200-2000-0011 | Bar or Pub | An establishment that sells alcoholic beverages, such as a public house, sports bar, wine bar or grill. Some places may also serve food or light meals. |
| 200-2000-0012 | Night Club | An establishment that provides evening entertainment, such as a dance club or lounge. Most places are generally open late. |
| 200-2000-0013 | Dancing | An establishment that provides dancing facilities, such as a dance hall, dance studio or other locations containing dance floors. |
| 200-2000-0014 | Karaoke | An establishment that provides karaoke entertainment. |
| 200-2000-0015 | Live Entertainment-Music | An establishment that provides live entertainment acts, such as a comedy club, piano bar or music hall. |
| 200-2000-0016 | Billiards-Pool Hall | An establishment that provides billiards or pool tables. |
| 200-2000-0017 | Video Arcade-Game Room | An establishment that provides video games, pinball machines and other games. |
| 200-2000-0018 | Jazz Club | An establishment that offers live jazz music in a club setting. |
| 200-2000-0019 | Beer Garden | An outdoor area (in most cases) that serves primarily beer, but also provides food and entertainment. They may be attached adjacent to pubs and are usually seasonal. |
| 200-2000-0306 | Adult Entertainment | An establishment that provides live adult entertainment or other types of adult entertainment. |
| 200-2000-0368 | Cocktail Lounge | An establishment where cocktails are served. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 200-2100-0019 | Cinema | An establishment that shows movies through screen projection, such as a movie theatre, movie theatre complex or outdoor movie theatre. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 200-2200-0000 | Theatre, Music and Culture | An establishment where various types of performing arts are presented. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Theatre, Music and Culture (200-2200-xxxx). |
| 200-2200-0020 | Performing Arts | An establishment where various types of performing arts are presented. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 200-2300-0000 | Gambling-Lottery-Betting | An establishment that provides gambling entertainment. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Gambling-Lottery-Betting (200-2300-xxxx). |
| 200-2300-0021 | Casino | An establishment that provides a variety of legal gaming services, such as a casino, riverboat casino or card room. |
| 200-2300-0022 | Lottery Booth | An establishment where lottery tickets are purchased. |
The Sights and Museums category is a top level category for places of special interest, such as common tourist
attractions, museums and places of worship.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Landmark-Attraction - A designated area of special interest to tourists.
- Museum - An establishment dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of artistic, historical, or scientific
artifacts.
- Religious Place - An establishment special religious significance or where religious services are held.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 300-3000-0000 | Landmark-Attraction | A designated area of special interest to tourists. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Landmark-Attraction (300-3000-xxxx). |
| 300-3000-0023 | Tourist Attraction | A landmark or attraction that is regionally known, is of special interest to tourists, and does not meet the criteria for another more specific category. Examples of tourist attractions include the Eiffel Tower or Golden Gate Bridge. |
| 300-3000-0024 | Gallery | A landmark or attraction that provides works of art. |
| 300-3000-0025 | Historical Monument | A landmark or attraction with important historical or cultural value. For example, Machu Picchu, the Pyramids at Giza, Stonehenge, the Colosseum, Parthenon and Taj Mahal. |
| 300-3000-0030 | Castle | A building (typically from the Medieval era) designed with a fortified exterior wall to protect royalty or nobility from attack. Castles were often surrounded by a moat (a deep trench usually filled with water). |
| 300-3000-0065 | Winery | A landmark or attraction that makes or provides wine. Some places may also provide public tours or wine tastings. |
| 300-3000-0350 | Brewery | An establishment where beer is produced. This includes conglomerate breweries and microbreweries. |
| 300-3000-0351 | Distillery | A establishment where the distillation of alcohol takes place. Some places offer public or private tours, and products for sale. |
| 300-3000-0450 | Hot Spring | A natural warm spring that has a bathing facility located outdoors and/or indoors. Note: This category is a Japan-only category. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 300-3100-0000 | Museum | An establishment dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of artistic, historical, or scientific artifacts. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Museum (300-3100-xxxx). |
| 300-3100-0026 | Science Museum | A museum dedicated to showing artifacts and exhibits of scientific interest. |
| 300-3100-0027 | Children's Museum | A museum dedicated to showing artifacts and exhibits of interest to children. |
| 300-3100-0028 | History Museum | A museum dedicated to showing artifacts and exhibits of historical nature. |
| 300-3100-0029 | Art Museum | A museum dedicated to showing artifacts and exhibits of art. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 300-3200-0000 | Religious Place | An establishment of special religious significance or where religious services are held. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Religious Place (300-3200-xxxx). |
| 300-3200-0030 | Church | A religious place of worship for the Christian faith. |
| 300-3200-0031 | Temple | A religious place of worship dedicated to religious or spiritual activities. Places in this category may apply to Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Sikh, Jain, Ayyavazhi and other faiths. |
| 300-3200-0032 | Synagogue | A religious place of worship for the Jewish faith. |
| 300-3200-0033 | Ashram | A hermitage, monastic community, or other place of religious retreat for Hindus. |
| 300-3200-0034 | Mosque | A religious place of worship for the Islamic faith. |
| 300-3200-0035 | Shrine | A religious place of worship which is consecrated for the reverence or worship of a person or thing. Many religions have shrines, and these may be found in random locations such as inside of buildings, homes, shops, or tiny outdoor shelters. |
| 300-3200-0309 | Other Place of Worship | A Place of Worship that does not fit into other defined Religious Place categories (300-3200-xxxx). |
| 300-3200-0375 | Gurdwara | A religious place of worship for the Sikh faith. |
| 300-3200-0376 | Pagoda | A religious place of worship most commonly serving Buddhist, Hindu, or Taoist religious activities. It is a tower with many levels which usually consists of eaves that curve upward. |
The Natural and Geographical category is a top level category for natural or man-made areas of regional importance, such
as bodies of water, mountains, forested areas and other geographic areas.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Body of Water - A natural and geographical feature of the earth's surface that is covered with water, such as a
lake, river, stream or ocean.
- Mountain or Hill - A natural and geographical feature that is higher than the surrounding land.
- Undersea Feature - A natural or artificial feature that is below sea level.
- Forest, Heath or Other Vegetation - A dense growth of trees, open uncultivated land or other large masses of
vegetation.
- Natural and Geographical - A feature not classified as other natural or geographic categories.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 350-3500-0233 | Body of Water | A natural and geographical feature of the earth's surface that is covered with water, such as a lake, river, stream or ocean. |
| 350-3500-0234 | Reservoir | A body of water, such as a man-made pond or lake, that is used for the retention and regulation of water. |
| 350-3500-0235 | Waterfall | A body of water where a flow of water, such as a mountain stream or river, falls over a steep incline or vertical drop. |
| 350-3500-0300 | Bay-Harbor | A coastal body of water where ships can safely anchor. |
| 350-3500-0302 | River | A body of water, usually containing fresh water, that generally flows through land and empties into an ocean, lake, river or other body of water. |
| 350-3500-0303 | Canal | An artificial waterway constructed for shipping, irrigation or recreational usage. |
| 350-3500-0304 | Lake | A large body of water that may contain fresh water or salt water. A lake is larger than a pond and must be regionally recognized. Lakes are generally separated from the ocean by land. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 350-3510-0236 | Mountain or Hill | A natural and geographical feature that is higher than the surrounding land. Places in this category must be regionally recognized. |
| 350-3510-0237 | Mountain Passes | A route through a mountain range or over a ridge. Mountain passes must be regionally recognized. |
| 350-3510-0238 | Mountain Peaks | A summit or top of a mountain. Mountain peaks must be regionally recognized. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 350-3520-0224 | Undersea Feature | A natural or artificial feature that is below sea level. For example, coral reef barrier, ship wreck and more. Places in this category must be regionally recognized. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 350-3522-0239 | Forest, Heath or Other Vegetation | A dense growth of trees, open uncultivated land or other large masses of vegetation. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 350-3550-0336 | Natural and Geographical | A feature not classified as a Body of Water (350-3500), Mountain or Hill (350-3510), Undersea Feature (350-3520), or Forest, Heath or Other Vegetation (350-3522). |
The Transport category is a top level category for places commonly associated with pedestrian and cargo transport
facilities, including airports, rail yards and seaports.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Airport - A designated area that serves various aspects of aviation related sports, including gliders,
recreational aircraft and model airplanes.
- Public Transport - A facility for travelers who are travelling between stops on public transport.
- Cargo Transportation - A facility that handles some aspect of the transportation of cargo freight.
- Rest Area - An establishment along a motorway (controlled access road) that provides restrooms and parking.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 400-4000-4580 | Public Sports Airport | A designated area that serves various aspects of aviation related sports, including gliders, recreational aircraft and model airplanes. |
| 400-4000-4581 | Airport | A designated area for the landing and takeoff of aircraft, as well as the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers. |
| 400-4000-4582 | Airport Terminal | A facility where passengers are allowed to board and disembark from aircraft. Airport terminals are generally comprised of various establishments, such as retail stores and restaurants. These places share common services such as parking or utilities. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 400-4100-0035 | Train Station | A hub for travelers who are travelling between stops along a railway network. |
| 400-4100-0036 | Bus Station | A facility that serves as a hub for inter-city bus service. |
| 400-4100-0037 | Underground Train-Subway | A facility that provides access to an underground rail transit system. |
| 400-4100-0038 | Commuter Rail Station | A facility that provides access to regional or intra-city rail transportation service. |
| 400-4100-0039 | Commuter Train | A facility that provides access to above-ground rail transit systems. |
| 400-4100-0040 | Public Transit Access | An entrance or exit to public transit service. |
| 400-4100-0041 | Transportation Service | An establishment that provides charter air travel, limousine or taxi services. |
| 400-4100-0042 | Bus Stop | Location offering access to intercity and urban public transit lines, including trolley buses. |
| 400-4100-0043 | Local Transit | A facility that provides access to regional, intra-city or local transportation through the use of buses, subways and elevated trains. These places are generally run by local governments or commercial services. |
| 400-4100-0044 | Ferry Terminal | A terminal that provides ferry services for transporting passengers and automotive vehicles by water. |
| 400-4100-0045 | Boat Ferry | A terminal that provides access to boat ferry services. |
| 400-4100-0046 | Rail Ferry | A terminal that provides access to rail ferry services. |
| 400-4100-0047 | Taxi Stand | A designated queuing, loading and unloading area for taxis. Places in this category are usually in city centers and buildings with a high volume of pedestrians. |
| 400-4100-0051 | Rideshare Pickup | A site or designated area for the pickup of passengers by a rideshare driver. Common rideshare companies include Lyft, Uber, Didi, and Ola. |
| 400-4100-0225 | Highway Entrance | A public transport feature that represents the entrance along a motorway, preceding an entrance ramp. |
| 400-4100-0226 | Highway Exit | A marked ramp or spur providing egress from a motorway. |
| 400-4100-0326 | Tollbooth | A structure along a motorway or thoroughfare where a fee is paid in exchange for roadway usage. Tollbooths include areas where an automobile must physically stop to pay a fee. |
| 400-4100-0337 | Lightrail | This includes rail trolleys and streetcar lines, AKA Tram in Europe. |
| 400-4100-0338 | Water Transit | Boat systems that provide transit service within an urban area. It is used in Ped routing only and doesn't support vehicle routing. |
| 400-4100-0339 | Monorail | Rail systems that operate on a single beam. Monorail operation is distinct from other trasnsportation types or traffic. |
| 400-4100-0340 | Aerial Tramway | Passenger vehicles suspended from a system of aerial cables and propelled by separate cables attached to the vehicle suspension system. The cable system is powered by engines or motors at a central location not on board the vehicle (for example, teleferic). |
| 400-4100-0341 | Bus Rapid Transit | These bus systems come in a variety of forms, from dedicated bus ways that have their own right-of-way, to bus services that utilize HOV lanes and dedicated freeway lanes, to limited-stop buses on pre-existing routes. |
| 400-4100-0342 | Inclined Rail | Special tramway type of vehicles operating up and down slopes on rails via a cable mechanism so that passenger seats remain horizontal while the undercarriage (truck) is angled parallel to the slope. It is often referred to as funicular. |
| 400-4100-0347 | Bicycle Sharing Location | A designated area that provides self-service docking stations for bicycles. |
| 400-4100-0348 | Bicycle Parking | A designated area for parking bicycles. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 400-4200-0048 | Weigh Station | A facility adjacent to a roadway that provides weight services to ensure vehicles are compliant with relevant laws and regulations (weight, logs, and so on). |
| 400-4200-0049 | Cargo Center | A facility where cargo is transferred between different modes of transportation. For example, ship-to-rail, ship-to-truck, air-to-truck and other modes of transportation. |
| 400-4200-0050 | Rail Yard | A hub for freight trains where cargo is transferred. |
| 400-4200-0051 | Seaport-Harbour | A port where cargo ships dock to transfer cargo/freight. |
| 400-4200-0052 | Airport Cargo | An airport facility where cargo/freight is transferred. |
| 400-4200-0240 | Couriers | A facility that provides air, land, or combined mode courier and express delivery services. This includes local messenger/delivery services, but excludes government managed package and parcel delivery services. |
| 400-4200-0241 | Cargo Transportation | A facility that provides logistical support services, but does not fit into any other Transport (400-4200-xxxx) categories. For example, freight forwarders, marine shipping agents and customs brokers. |
| 400-4200-0311 | Delivery Entrance | A designated building or parking lot entrance that is specifically designated for deliveries. |
| 400-4200-0312 | Loading Dock | A designated area where deliverers can load or unload cargo/freight. |
| 400-4200-0313 | Loading Zone | A designated area where delivery vehicles may park for a limited time to load or unload cargo/freight. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 400-4300-0000 | Rest Area | An establishment along a motorway (controlled access road) that provides restrooms and parking. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Rest Area (400-4300-xxxx). |
| 400-4300-0199 | Complete Rest Area | A rest area that provides restroom facilities, parking, snacks, an open space, and is usually along a major highway. |
| 400-4300-0200 | Parking and Restroom Only Rest Area | An area that provides both parking and restrooms. |
| 400-4300-0201 | Parking Only Rest Area | An area that provides only parking. This type of Place does not provide any facilities such as restaurant, petrol station or restrooms. |
| 400-4300-0202 | Motorway Service Rest Area | An area located adjacent to a motorway where motorists can refuel, rest and buy refreshments. |
| 400-4300-0251 | Roadside Station | A roadside facility in Japan that consists of restaurants, shops and restrooms. It is certified by Japan's MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) and is located along roads and highways. Note: This category is a Japan-only category. |
| 400-4300-0308 | Scenic Overlook Rest Area | An area located along a roadway that provides a place for drivers to observe the scenery. Scenic overlooks generally have regional importance. |
The Accommodations category is a top level category for places offering lodging accommodations, dwellings or similar
living quarters to travellers, such as hotels, motels, resorts, cruise ships and campgrounds.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Hotel-Motel- A business that provides lodging or temporary living quarters.
- Lodging - A business that provides lodging to the public generally without room service.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 500-5000-0000 | Hotel or Motel | A business that provides lodging or temporary living quarters. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Hotel-Motel (500-5000-xxxx). |
| 500-5000-0053 | Hotel | An establishment that provides short-term or extended stay lodging. Places in this category may also provide other services and amenities, such as meals, entertainment, dry cleaning and various other personal services. |
| 500-5000-0054 | Motel | An establishment that provides lodging to the public. These places usually have rooms that are accessible from a parking area. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 500-5100-0000 | Lodging | A business that provides lodging to the public generally without room service. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Lodging (500-5100-xxxx). |
| 500-5100-0055 | Hostel | An establishment that provides an inexpensive lodging place for travelers. Lodging arrangements are usually in dormitory settings where a guest can rent a bed or bunk bed. Guests often share amenities with other guests. |
| 500-5100-0056 | Campground | An establishment that provides a designated area for short-term camping. These places generally serve tent, trailer or recreation vehicle (RV) camping. |
| 500-5100-0057 | Guest House | An establishment that provides lodging in an adjacent building next to the main structure. Guest houses are generally a small house or cottage. |
| 500-5100-0058 | Bed and Breakfast | An establishment that provides lodging and breakfast at an inclusive price. Bed and Breakfasts are typically private homes that contain a limited number of bedrooms. |
| 500-5100-0059 | Holiday Park | An establishment that provides rental cottages or rooms. Resorts generally provide various recreational facilities, such as bowling, restaurants, swimming or mini golf. |
| 500-5100-0060 | Short-Time Motel | An establishment that provides lodging designed for romantic encounters, or short rests, but usually not requiring an overnight stay. |
| 500-5100-0061 | Ryokan | An establishment that provides lodging with a traditional Japanese-style setting. Ryokans commonly contain matted flooring, sliding doors, shared rooms/baths, and serve traditional Japanese food. |
The Leisure and Outdoor category is a top level category for places that are designated for sports, recreation, parking,
beaches and other leisure and outdoor activities.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Outdoor-Recreation - Public land preserved and maintained for recreational use.
- Leisure - A park that contains rides and/or other entertainment which may be based on a central theme.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 550-5510-0000 | Outdoor-Recreation | Public land preserved and maintained for recreational use. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Park-Recreation (550-5510-xxxx). |
| 550-5510-0202 | Park-Recreation Area | A protected area preserved and maintained for public enjoyment including fairgrounds. |
| 550-5510-0203 | Sports Field | A sporting activity area that is accessible to the public. |
| 550-5510-0204 | Garden | A designated area containing plants, flowers, trees or other vegetation. This includes private and public gardens. Common examples include conservatories and botanical gardens. |
| 550-5510-0205 | Beach | A coastal area preserved and maintained for public enjoyment that is adjacent to lakes, oceans, rivers and connecting bay/harbors. |
| 550-5510-0206 | Recreation Center | A designated area that is open to the public for the purposes of social, educational, or cultural activities, in addition to amateur individual and team sports. |
| 550-5510-0227 | Ski Lift | A designated area at a ski resort that provides access to the top of the mountain. |
| 550-5510-0242 | Scenic Point | A designated area providing access to scenic viewpoints. Scenic points generally are located along scenic roadways and have regional significance. |
| 550-5510-0358 | Off Road Trailhead | A designated point where an off-road vehicle trail begins. The off-road trailhead may contain restrooms, maps, signposts and informational centers. |
| 550-5510-0359 | Trailhead | A designated point where a trail begins. The trailhead may contain restrooms, maps, signposts and informational centers. |
| 550-5510-0374 | Off-Road Vehicle Area | A designated area or trail for driving off-road vehicles (4WD, ATVs, etc). |
| 550-5510-0378 | Campsite | A designated area where people can camp using tents or camper vans for overnight stays in the outdoors. |
| 550-5510-0379 | Outdoor Service | An establishment or designated area that provides amenities specific to outdoor activities. |
| 550-5510-0380 | Ranger Station | A Ranger Station is a building within a park or other outdoor recreation area which is usually public and affiliated with the park where it is located. |
| 550-5510-0387 | Bicycle Service | An outdoor location that offers bicycle repairs and maintenance as a self-service. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 550-5520-0000 | Leisure | An establishment that provides rides or other entertainment. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined forAmusement or Holiday Park (550-5520-xxxx). |
| 550-5520-0207 | Amusement Park | An establishment that provides a park containing rides or other entertainment. Certain amusement parks may be theme-based. For example, Disney World, Sea World or Six Flags. |
| 550-5520-0208 | Zoo | An establishment where animals are exhibited in cages or large enclosures for the public. |
| 550-5520-0209 | Wild Animal Park | An establishment where wild animals are exhibited in an open environment for the public. |
| 550-5520-0210 | Wildlife Refuge | An establishment where animals are exhibited in their natural environment for the public. |
| 550-5520-0211 | Aquarium | An establishment where fish and other aquatic life are exhibited. |
| 550-5520-0212 | Ski Resort | An establishment that offers downhill skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports. Ski resorts generally include multiple ski lifts, lodging facilities and other related amenities. Ski resorts are often nationally or regionally recognized. |
| 550-5520-0228 | Animal Park | An establishment where various species of animals are exhibited for the public. Examples of animal parks include zoos, aquariums, wild animal parks or wildlife refuges. |
| 550-5520-0357 | Water Park | An establishment that provides access to recreational water areas. Water parks generally include water slides, splash pads, spray grounds (water playgrounds), lazy rivers or other related amenities. |
The Shopping category is a top level category for places where consumer goods are commonly sold, such as clothing
stores, grocery stores, hardware stores and other types of shopping centers.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Convenience Store - An establishment that sells groceries, candy, toiletries, soft drinks, tobacco products,
newspapers and other products.
- Mall-Shopping Complex - A complex of businesses that are co-located and share common services.
- Department Store - A business that sells a wide variety of merchandise that is organized by product or service
departments.
- Food and Drink - A business that sells specialty products of a particular type of food or beverage.
- Drugstore or Pharmacy - A business that sells medications, toiletry items and other retail cosmetics.
- Electronics - A business that sells consumer electronics and electronic entertainment equipment.
- Hardware, House and Garden - A business that sells crafts, gardening, remodeling, or decorating items for the
home.
- Bookstore - A business that sells books, magazines and other reading material.
- Clothing and Accessories - A business that sells apparel items, garments or fashion accessories for men, women,
and children.
- Consumer Goods - A business that sells a variety of products targeted to consumers.
- Hair and Beauty) - A business that provides hair styling and personal appearance services. Places in this category
may also sell hair products and other related cosmetic items.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6000-0061 | Convenience Store | An establishment that sells groceries, candy, toiletries, soft drinks, tobacco products, newspapers and other products. Some convenience stores may be part of a petro/fuel station. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6100-0062 | Shopping Mall | A complex of businesses that are co-located and share common services. Shopping malls generally include a variety of retail businesses, such as clothing, electronics, jewelry, restaurants and more. Common examples of shopping malls include covered shopping centers, strip malls, famous shopping streets, factory outlets and open air shopping centers. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
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| 600-6200-0063 | Department Store | A business that sells a wide variety of merchandise that is organized by product or service departments. Departments generally include clothing, garden, electronics, photo services, household goods, pets, toys and more. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6300-0064 | Food-Beverage Specialty Store | A business that sells specialty products of a particular type of food or beverage, such as ice cream, meat, cheese, coffee or other unprepared foods. |
| 600-6300-0066 | Grocery | A business that sells a large variety of food including fresh produce, frozen foods, packaged goods, bakery items and meat products. |
| 600-6300-0067 | Specialty Food Store | A business that sells unique ethnic or quality foods. |
| 600-6300-0068 | Wine and Liquor | A business that sells packaged beer, wine and liquor products. |
| 600-6300-0244 | Bakery and Baked Goods Store | A business that sells bread and other baked goods. Common examples include cupcake shops, bagel shops and other types of bakeries. |
| 600-6300-0245 | Sweet Shop | A business that sells traditional sweets and popular snacks. Common examples include candy stores, fudge shops and chocolatiers. |
| 600-6300-0246 | Doughnut Shop | A shop that specializes in the production and sale of doughnuts (also commonly spelled as donuts). |
| 600-6300-0363 | Butcher | A specialty store where fresh meats and associated goods are available. |
| 600-6300-0364 | Dairy Goods | A specialty store where dairy products and associated goods are available. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6400-0000 | Drugstore or Pharmacy | A business that sells medications, toiletry items and other retail cosmetics. Drugstores and Pharmacies generally sell both prescription and non-prescription medications. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined forPharmacy (600-6400-xxxx). |
| 600-6400-0069 | Drugstore | A business that sells prescription and non-prescription medications in addition to other consumer goods, such as cosmetics, snacks, beverages and tobacco products. |
| 600-6400-0070 | Pharmacy | A business that prepares and dispenses pharmaceutical drugs, medicines and other health remedies. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6500-0072 | Consumer Electronics Store | A business that sells consumer and entertainment electronics such as cooking/washing appliances, televisions, and gaming systems. |
| 600-6500-0073 | Mobile Retailer | An authorized retailer of mobile phones and devices. |
| 600-6500-0074 | Mobile Service Center | An authorized service center for the servicing and repair of mobile phones and devices. |
| 600-6500-0075 | Computer and Software | A business that sells computer goods, such as hardware, software and related accessories. |
| 600-6500-0076 | Entertainment Electronics | A business that sells consumer electronics and entertainment equipment. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6600-0000 | Hardware, House and Garden | A business that sells crafts, gardening, remodeling, or decorating items for the home. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined forHardware, House and Garden (600-6600-xxxx). |
| 600-6600-0077 | Home Improvement | A business that sells a variety of building materials, hardware, and home improvement products. These are larger in size than hardware stores, and are usually major retail chains. |
| 600-6600-0078 | Home Specialty Store | A business that sells home furnishings and accessories, but also specializes in custom furniture and other household items. |
| 600-6600-0079 | Floor and Carpet | A business that sells flooring and carpeting. |
| 600-6600-0080 | Furniture Store | A business that sells furnishings and accessories for a home. |
| 600-6600-0082 | Garden Center | A business that sells a variety of lawn and garden supplies, tools and other related items. |
| 600-6600-0083 | Glass and Window | A business that sells windows, glass products and window treatments. These establishments may also provide window installation services. |
| 600-6600-0084 | Lumber | A business that sells timber products. |
| 600-6600-0085 | Major Appliance | A business that sells major household appliances. |
| 600-6600-0310 | Power Equipment Dealer | A business that sells power equipment, such as lawnmowers, lawn tractors and generators. These establishments may also provide repair or rental services, and may also sell replacement parts. |
| 600-6600-0319 | Paint Store | A business that sells paint and other related products. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6700-0000 | Other Bookshop | A business that sells books, magazines and other reading material. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Bookshop (600-6700-xxxx). |
| 600-6700-0087 | Bookstore | A retail business that primarily sells books. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6800-0000 | Clothing and Accessories | A business that sells apparel items, garments or fashion accessories for men, women, and children. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Clothing and Accessories (600-6800-xxxx). |
| 600-6800-0089 | Men's Apparel | A business that sells men's wear and accessories. |
| 600-6800-0090 | Women's Apparel | A business that sells women's wear and accessories. |
| 600-6800-0091 | Children's Apparel | A business that sells children's wear and accessories. |
| 600-6800-0092 | Shoes-Footwear | A business that sells shoes. |
| 600-6800-0093 | Specialty Clothing Store | A business that sells and specializes in a specific type of clothing. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6900-0000 | Consumer Goods | A business that sells a variety of products targeted to consumers. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Consumer Goods (600-6900-xxxx). |
| 600-6900-0094 | Sporting Goods Store | A business that sells individual and team sports equipment and other related items. |
| 600-6900-0095 | Office Supply and Services Store | A business that sells office supplies. These businesses may also provide select professional business services, such as printing, photocopying, graphic design, shipping and advertising. |
| 600-6900-0096 | Specialty Store | A business that specializes in the sale of a specific type of merchandise. For example, a candle store, t-shirts shop or other. |
| 600-6900-0097 | Pet Supply | A business that sells goods and services for pets. |
| 600-6900-0098 | Wholesale Store | A business that sells consumer goods in bulk quantity. These places may charge membership fees. |
| 600-6900-0099 | General Merchandise | A business that sells general merchandise, but does not fit into other retail categories. |
| 600-6900-0100 | Discount Store | A business that sells merchandise below suggested retail value. |
| 600-6900-0101 | Flowers and Jewelry | A business that sells that buys and sells jewelry, or that sells and arranges plants and cut flowers. |
| 600-6900-0102 | Variety Store | A business that sells a large variety of general goods. |
| 600-6900-0103 | Gift, Antique and Art | A business that sells antiques, art, gifts, novelty items, souvenir items or greeting cards. |
| 600-6900-0105 | Record, CD and Video | A business that sells audio and video media. |
| 600-6900-0106 | Video and Game Rental | A business that rents videotapes, DVDs, or electronic games. |
| 600-6900-0107 | Cigar and Tobacco Shop | A business that sells cigars, tobacco, pipes, and other tobacco smoking accessories. |
| 600-6900-0108 | Vaping Store | A business that sells electronic cigarettes (also refered to as vaporizers) and other vaping accessories. |
| 600-6900-0246 | Bicycle and Bicycle Accessories Shop | A business that sell bicycles and bicycle accessories. |
| 600-6900-0247 | Market | A public marketplace where fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, and other farm products are sold. Some markets also sell other types of merchandise. |
| 600-6900-0248 | Motorcycle Accessories | A business that sells motorcycle accessories. |
| 600-6900-0249 | Non-Store Retailers | A business that sells merchandise without a physical storefront. For example, mail catalogs, television sales, and internet-based sales sites fall within this category. |
| 600-6900-0250 | Pawnshop | A business that provides cash or secured loans in exchange for personal property. For loans, the personal property is used as collateral. These places generally offer items for sale to recoup the value of the loan for those that have extended beyond the contractual period. |
| 600-6900-0251 | Used-Second Hand Merchandise Stores | A business that sells previously owned and used merchandise, such as clothing, books, furniture and toys. Inventory in these stores varies widely. |
| 600-6900-0305 | Adult Shop | A business that sells items made specifically for adult use, often with sexual connotations. |
| 600-6900-0307 | Arts and Crafts Supplies | A business that sells merchandise for home made arts and crafts projects. |
| 600-6900-0355 | Florist | A business that sells and arranges plants and cut flowers. |
| 600-6900-0356 | Jeweler | A business that makes or sells jewels or jewelry. Some places may also offer repair services. |
| 600-6900-0358 | Toy Store | A business that makes or sells toys. |
| 600-6900-0387 | Golf Shop | A business that sells golf-related items, such as golf clubs, golf bags, and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0388 | Hunting-Fishing Shop | A business that sells hunting or fishing-related items, such as boots, waders, rods, reels and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0389 | Running-Walking Shop | A business that sells running or walking-related items, such as shoes, clothing and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0390 | Skate Shop | A business that sells skate-related items, such as skateboards, clothing, protective gear and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0391 | Ski Shop | A business that sells skiing-related items, such as skis, ski boots, clothing and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0392 | Snowboard Shop | A business that sells snowboarding-related items, such as snowboards, protective gear, clothing and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0393 | Surf Shop | A business that sells surf-related items, such as surf boards, rash vests and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0394 | BMX Shop | A business that sells BMX-related items, such as BMX bicycles, BMX parts, clothing and protective gear. |
| 600-6900-0395 | Camping-Hiking Shop | A business that sells camping/hiking-related items, such as tents, sleeping bags and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0396 | Canoe-Kayak Shop | A business that sells canoe/kayak-related items, such as clothing, canoes, paddles and other accessories. |
| 600-6900-0397 | Cross Country Ski Shop | A business that sells equipment for cross-country skiing. |
| 600-6900-0398 | Tack Shop | A business that sells equipment for horseback riding. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 600-6950-0000 | Hair and Beauty | A business that provides hair styling and personal appearance services. Places in this category may also sell hair products and other related cosmetic items. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Hair and Beauty (600-6950-xxxx). |
| 600-6950-0399 | Barber | A business that provides hair cutting services, especially for men, and may offer shaves or beard trims. |
| 600-6950-0400 | Nail Salon | A business that provides manicure and pedicure services. |
| 600-6950-0401 | Hair Salon | A business that provides hair styling, personal appearance services, and may also sell hair products and other related cosmetic items. |
The Business and Services category is a top level category for places that provide professional services to other
businesses, such as printing, photocopying, graphic design, marketing, advertising and other general business services.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Banking - Businesses that specialize in the maintenance, lending, exchange, or issuance of money.
- ATM - A computer terminal that allows bank customers to deposit, withdraw, or transfer funds without the
assistance of a bank teller.
- Money-Cash Services - Businesses that provide money related services.
- Communication-Media - Businesses that provide communication services.
- Commercial Services - Businesses that provide a service or product for use by other businesses.
- Business-Industry - Businesses that employ people in and around the city in which it is located.
- Police-Fire-Emergency - Municipal emergency services.
- Consumer Services - An organization that provides consumer services for a variety of products for used by the
public.
- Post Office - An office or station that receives, sorts, dispatches and delivers mail to a specific area or
region.
- Tourist Information - Businesses that provide a variety of information for visiting tourists, such as event
schedules, lodging/accommodations, restaurants, attractions and more.
- Fueling Station - Businesses that sell fuel for vehicles.
- Car Dealer-Sales - Businesses that sell new automobiles and motorcycles.
- Car Repair-Service - Businesses that provide automotive repair services.
- Car Rental - Businesses that rent or lease automobiles.
- Truck-Semi Dealer-Services - Business that sell or service trucks and tractor trailers.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7000-0107 | Bank | A business that specializes in the maintenance, lending, exchange, or issuance of money. Places in this category commonly include central banks, consumer banks and credit unions. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7010-0108 | ATM | A computer terminal that provides the ability to deposit, withdraw, or transfer funds without the assistance of a bank teller. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7050-0109 | Money Transferring Service | A business that provides or receives electronic money transfers. |
| 700-7050-0110 | Check Cashing Service-Currency Exchange | A business that provides and charges for check cashing services or foreign currency exchange. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7100-0000 | Communication-Media | A business that provides communication services, with the exception of telephone communications. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Communication-Media (700-7100-xxxx) categories. |
| 700-7100-0134 | Telephone Service | A business that provides telephone communications services. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7200-0000 | Commercial Services | A business that provides a service or product for use by other businesses. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Commercial Services (700-7200-xxxx). |
| 700-7200-0252 | Advertising-Marketing, PR and Market Research | A business that provides advertising, marketing, public relations, and market research services to other businesses and to the public as a whole. |
| 700-7200-0253 | Catering and Other Food Services | A business that provides a single event-based food service or other food services including house-to-house bakery products, lunch wagons, and so on. |
| 700-7200-0254 | Construction | A business that is engaged in the building of something, typically a large structure. |
| 700-7200-0255 | Customer Care-Service Center | A business that provides customer care before, during, and after purchasing a product or service. |
| 700-7200-0256 | Engineering and Scientific Services | A business that is engaged in applying physical and chemical laws and principles of engineering and science in the design, development, and utilization of machines, materials, instruments, structures, processes, and systems. |
| 700-7200-0257 | Farming | A business that provides support services for lands devoted to the practice of producing and managing fibers, fuel, and food (for example, produce, grains, fish farming or livestock). |
| 700-7200-0258 | Food Production | A business that is engaged in the production of food. |
| 700-7200-0259 | Human Resources and Recruiting Services | A business that provides advice and services to businesses and other organizations in the fields of human resources and recruiting. |
| 700-7200-0260 | Investigation Services | A business that provides private investigation and detective services. |
| 700-7200-0261 | IT and Office Equipment Services | A business that provides information technology services, as well as other office equipment. Services generally include computer service, networking, software development, training, and other related services. |
| 700-7200-0262 | Landscaping Services | A business that provides landscape and garden project planning, construction and landscape management, and maintenance and gardening. Services generally include planning, design, implementation, as well as care and maintenance. |
| 700-7200-0263 | Locksmiths and Security Systems Services | A business that provides a variety of services designed to prevent and detect intrusion or unauthorized access to a building or area. Services generally include lock production, installation, repair, key replacement, or security system design, implementation and monitoring. |
| 700-7200-0264 | Management and Consulting Services | A business that is engaged in providing management or consulting services to other businesses. |
| 700-7200-0265 | Manufacturing | A business that is engaged in making something into a finished product using raw materials, especially on a large industrial scale. |
| 700-7200-0266 | Mining, Quarrying and Other Extraction | A business that is engaged in the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological substances (including liquids and gases) from the earth. Also included are mining support services. |
| 700-7200-0267 | Modeling Agencies | A business that provides representation for fashion models, to work in the fashion industry. |
| 700-7200-0268 | Motorcycle Service and Maintenance | A business that provides a service for the maintenance and repair of motorcycles. |
| 700-7200-0269 | Organizations and Societies | A business that is engaged in promoting business, and non-business, organizations and the interests of their members. |
| 700-7200-0270 | Entertainment and Recreation | A business that provides services to produce or organize live performances and shows in the performing arts, spectator sports, or related industries (for example, actors and actresses, singers, dancers, musical groups, artists, athletes, and freelance entertainers). |
| 700-7200-0271 | Finance and Insurance | A business that provides trust, fiduciary, and custody services to others, public finance and establishments acting as agents (for example, brokers) in selling annuities and insurance policies. |
| 700-7200-0272 | Healthcare and Healthcare Support Services | A business that provides healthcare and healthcare support services not covered by other Hospital or Health Care Facility categories (for example, dietician, speech therapist). |
| 700-7200-0274 | Rental and Leasing | A business that provides rental and leasing services not covered by other categories (for example, boat rentals, medical equipment rental, and so on). |
| 700-7200-0275 | Repair and Maintenance Services | A business that provides repair and maintenance of commercial and industrial machinery/equipment in addition to goods not covered by other categories. This excludes businesses that provide repair services for commercial goods. |
| 700-7200-0276 | Printing and Publishing | A business that provides the printing and publishing of products, such as books, journals, or software. |
| 700-7200-0277 | Specialty Trade Contractors | A business or person limited and specialized to a specific segment or trade for new contacts, additions, alterations, maintenance, or repairs. |
| 700-7200-0278 | Towing Service | A business that provides towing light or heavy motor vehicles, including boats, both local and long distance. These establishments may provide incidental services, such as storage and emergency road repair services. |
| 700-7200-0279 | Translation and Interpretation Services | A business that translates written material and speech from one language to another, and could also provide sign language services. |
| 700-7200-0324 | Apartment Rental-Flat Rental | A business that specializes in the marketing, brokering, and media outlets for the rental of apartments and flats by the public. |
| 700-7200-0328 | B2B Sales and Services | A business that sells products and services to other businesses. These types of places generally include manufacturers and wholesalers. |
| 700-7200-0329 | B2B Restaurant Services | A business that specializes in sales and services to restaurants and the restaurant industry, such as wholesale kitchen appliance stores and restaurant food suppliers. |
| 700-7200-0330 | Aviation | A business that repairs, maintains or sells airplanes, and related parts and accessories. |
| 700-7200-0342 | Interior and Exterior Design | A business that provides interior and exterior decoration services. |
| 700-7200-0344 | Property Management | A business that operates and manages real property. |
| 700-7200-0345 | Financial Investment Firm | A business that invests capital for the purposes of appreciation, dividends or interest earnings. |
| 700-7200-0351 | Warehouse | A business facility that provides storage for goods of other business. |
| 700-7200-0352 | Fulfillment and Distribution Center | A business facility that stores, receives, processes, and delivers customer orders on behalf of another retailer. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7250-0136 | Business Facility | A business establishment that employs people in and around the city in which it is located. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7300-0110 | Police Box | A phone booth, kiosk, or small office which houses police officers for more localized service than full sized police stations. |
| 700-7300-0111 | Police Station | The office or headquarters of a local police force. |
| 700-7300-0112 | Police Services-Security | An organization that provides security services, such event security, campus security, mall security or campus police. |
| 700-7300-0113 | Fire Department | A local or municipal authority in charge of preventing and fighting fires. Staff may include full-time employees or volunteers. |
| 700-7300-0280 | Ambulance Services | A licensed service provider of ground or air transportation for injured or sick people. Organizations that provide these services use specially designed and equipped vehicles and equipment, as well as trained personnel who are licensed or certified as required by law. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7400-0000 | Consumer Services | An organization that provides consumer services for a variety of products used by the public. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Consumer Services (700-7400-xxxx). |
| 700-7400-0133 | Travel Agent-Ticketing | A business that sells travel arrangements and itineraries for travelers. Services may include air accommodations and ground transportation. This category includes travel advisors, travel insurance brokers, travel agents, and more. |
| 700-7400-0137 | Dry Cleaning and Laundry | A business that provides professional dry cleaning or laundry services. |
| 700-7400-0138 | Attorney | A business that provides legal representation or counsel with respect to legal matters. |
| 700-7400-0140 | Boating | A business that sells boating and water sport equipment. Some establishments may also provide other services including repair, maintenance or rental. |
| 700-7400-0141 | Business Service | A retail or business establishment that provides professional services to other businesses, such as printing, photocopying, graphic design and advertising. |
| 700-7400-0142 | Funeral Director | A business that provides burial or cremation services, and also assists in funeral rites. Funeral directors might also be known as morticians or undertakers. |
| 700-7400-0143 | Mover | A business that provides services for transporting household or office goods from one location to another. |
| 700-7400-0144 | Photography | A business that provides professional photography services, the development of photos, or photographic supplies. |
| 700-7400-0145 | Real Estate Services | A business or person licensed to buy, sell, or broker real estate loans or services, and act as an intermediary on behalf of other individuals or businesses during property transactions (e.g., real estate agent, broker, realtor, buyer's agent, etc.). |
| 700-7400-0146 | Repair Service | A business that provides repair service for various types of consumer goods. Most repair service businesses specialize in specific types of repair, such as electronics or shoes. This category excludes auto service. |
| 700-7400-0147 | Social Service | A business that provides services to assist disadvantaged people and advance human welfare. Social services includes both private and government funded institutions. |
| 700-7400-0148 | Storage | A business that provides long-term or short-term storage services. |
| 700-7400-0149 | Tailor and Alteration | A business that makes, mends, or alters garments. |
| 700-7400-0150 | Tax Service | A business that provides tax preparation and filing services. |
| 700-7400-0151 | Utilities | A business that provides public utilities, such as water, electric or other service. Places may be privately or government funded. |
| 700-7400-0152 | Waste and Sanitary | A business that provides the transfer, disposal, holding, cleaning, or treatment of solid waste material. Places may be privately or government funded. |
| 700-7400-0281 | Bicycle Service and Maintenance | A business that provides bicycle repair and maintenance services. |
| 700-7400-0282 | Bill Payment Service | A business that provides bill payment services. |
| 700-7400-0283 | Body Piercing and Tattoos | A business that provides body piercing or tattoo services. |
| 700-7400-0284 | Wedding Services and Bridal Studio | A business that sells or rents bridal gowns or provides bridal services. Some businesses may sell wedding products or other related services. |
| 700-7400-0285 | Internet Cafe | A business that provides public access to the Internet. Some businesses may provide computers, or food and beverage service. |
| 700-7400-0286 | Kindergarten and Childcare | A business that provides day care of infants or children. Some businesses may offer educational programs. Other childcare businesses may include nanny, au pair, and other baby sitting services. |
| 700-7400-0287 | Maid Services | A business that provides cleaning services, including live-in domestic help and periodic maid service. |
| 700-7400-0288 | Marriage and Match Making Services | A business that provides dating or relationship services for individuals seeking romantic partnerships or friendships. |
| 700-7400-0289 | Public Administration | A business that provides public administration services not covered by other specialized categories, such as Police Service and Fire Department. |
| 700-7400-0292 | Wellness Center and Services | A business that provides a variety of services for the purpose of improving health, beauty and relaxation. Typical services might include personal care treatments such as acupuncture, massages, or Chinese medicine. |
| 700-7400-0293 | Pet Care | A business that provides specialized pet care services, such as boarding, grooming, sitting, walking, and training. This category excludes veterinary services. |
| 700-7400-0327 | Legal Services | A business that provides specialized legal services, such as notary public, divorce assistance, mediation services, and paralegal services. |
| 700-7400-0343 | Tanning Salon | A business that provides cosmetic tanning services. |
| 700-7400-0352 | Recycling Center | A business that accepts, treats and processes waste material for reuse. |
| 700-7400-0365 | Electrical | A repair service where a consumer can take electrical items for repair. |
| 700-7400-0366 | Plumbing | A repair service where a consumer can take plumbing items in for repair, or book an appointment with a plumber to visit the premises. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7450-0114 | Post Office | An office or station that receives, sorts, dispatches and delivers mail to a specific area or region. This includes local branch or national offices. Some locations may also sell postage and provide other delivery-related services. |
| 700-7450-0115 | Postal Collection Box | A postal collection box (also commonly referred to as a mailbox) is used for dropping off letters or small packages for outbound mail processing. These are usually located curbside so motorists may drop off their mail. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7460-0115 | Tourist Information | A business that provides a variety of information for visiting tourists, such as event schedules, lodging/accommodations, restaurants, attractions and more. Tourist information may also include chambers-of-commerce, as well as convention and visitor bureaus. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7600-0000 | Fueling Station | A business that sells fuel for vehicles. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Fueling Station (700-7600-xxxx). |
| 700-7600-0116 | Petrol-Gasoline Station | A business that sells fuel, oil, and other motoring supplies. |
| 700-7600-0322 | EV Charging Station for passenger cars | A charging station that provides recharging services for electric vehicles. |
| 700-7600-0323 | EV Charging Station for Trucks | A charging station that provides recharging services for trucks and buses. |
| 700-7600-0324 | EV Charging Station for 2-wheelers and Light Vehicles | A charging station that provides recharging services for two-wheelers (e.g. motorbike or moped) and light electric vehicles. |
| 700-7600-0325 | EV Battery Swap Station | A location in which a battery (for an electric vehicle) can be exchanged for one that is fully charged. |
| 700-7600-0444 | Hydrogen Fuel Station | A fuel station which specifically provides Hydrogen (H2) fuel for vehicles. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7800-0118 | Automobile Dealership-New Cars | A business that sells new automobiles. |
| 700-7800-0119 | Automobile Dealership-Used Cars | A business that sells previously-owned automobiles. |
| 700-7800-0120 | Motorcycle Dealership | A business that sells motorcycles. |
| 700-7800-0200 | EV Dealership-New Vehicles | A business that sells new electric vehicles. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7850-0000 | Car Repair-Service | A business that provides automotive repair services. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Car Repair-Service (700-7850-xxxx). |
| 700-7850-0121 | Car Wash-Detailing | A business that provides automobile cleaning services. Some businesses may provide exterior detailing, interior detailing, or both. |
| 700-7850-0122 | Car Repair | A business that provides automotive repair services, usually as part of a major chain. |
| 700-7850-0123 | Auto Parts | A business that sells parts and accessories for automobiles. Auto dealerships that sell auto parts as a sub-service are not applicable. |
| 700-7850-0124 | Emission Testing | A business that provides emission testing services. |
| 700-7850-0125 | Tire Repair | A business that sells automobile tires and related services. |
| 700-7850-0126 | Truck Repair | A business that provides repair services for trucks and tractor trailers. Usually as part of a major chain. |
| 700-7850-0127 | Van Repair | A business that provides repair services for vans. Usually as part of a major chain. |
| 700-7850-0128 | Road Assistance | A business that provides roadside assistance to motorists that have suffered mechanical failure. Some businesses also service bicyclists. |
| 700-7850-0129 | Automobile Club | A business that provides emergency road services, travel-related services, and other membership services, such as travel insurance, lodging, car repair, and car rental. |
| 700-7850-0200 | EV Repair | A business that provides repair services for electric vehicles. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7851-0117 | Rental Car Agency | A business that rents or leases automobiles. |
| 700-7851-0127 | Carshare Location | A designated location where a person can pick up and/or drop off a rental vehicle for temporary use. Carshare vehicles are rented for shorter time periods and are often privately owned (which is different for car rental). |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 700-7900-0000 | Truck-Semi Dealer-Services | A business that sells or services trucks and tractor trailers. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Truck-Semi Dealers-Service (700-7900-xxxx). |
| 700-7900-0130 | Truck Dealership | A trucking dealership that sells new heavy trucks/lorries. |
| 700-7900-0131 | Truck Parking | A designated area for parking heavy trucks/lorries. Some areas may also provide other services, such as restaurants, restrooms, or warehouse stores. The Place record should reflect the name of the associated facility. |
| 700-7900-0132 | Truck Stop-Plaza | A business that provides fuel for heavy trucks. Some areas may also provide other services, such as restaurants, service facilities, sleeping and shower facilities. |
| 700-7900-0323 | Truck Wash | A business that provides cleaning services for trucks, semis and tractor trailers. Some businesses may offer external detailing, internal detailing or both. |
The Facilities category is a top level category for places associated with specialized facilities, such as sports
venues, government buildings, health care centers and other types of facilities.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- Hospital or Health Care Facility- Facilities that include dental offices, hospitals, nursing homes and other
health care-related services.
- Government or Community Facilities - A Place where government services are provided.
- Education Facility - Facilities that are used for advanced education but not limited to universities.
- School - Facilities that provide basic education.
- Library - Facilities that offer books, periodicals, audio, video and other material for public use.
- Event Spaces - An area or facility used for the hosting of fairs and conventions.
- Parking - Area or building used for parking cars.
- Sports Facility-Venue - A facility used for individual and team sports including recreational sports.
- Facilities - Facilities with miscellaneous uses such as Clubhouses, Offices, and Registration Offices.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8000-0000 | Hospital or Health Care Facility | An institution or facility that provides medical or surgical treatment for the sick or injured. Places range from small clinics and doctor's offices to urgent care centers and large hospitals containing elaborate emergency rooms and trauma centers. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Hospital or Health Care Facility (800-8000-xxxx). |
| 800-8000-0154 | Dentist-Dental Office | A health care facility that provides dental services. Services generally include cleanings, exams, cosmetic dentistry, dentures, braces, and other related services. |
| 800-8000-0155 | Family-General Practice Physicians | A health care facility office that provides medical services to individual persons or families. Services generally include medical advice, treatment of specific or acute illnesses, preventive care and other related medical services. |
| 800-8000-0156 | Psychiatric Institute | A health care facility that provides care and treatment of patients affected with acute or chronic mental illness. |
| 800-8000-0157 | Nursing Home | A health care facility that provides full-time care and medical treatment for the elderly, chronically ill, or other individuals who are unable to take care of themselves. |
| 800-8000-0158 | Medical Services-Clinics | A health care facility that provides general medical services that are not directly associated or connected with a medical hospital. Some places may specialize in particular conditions or areas of medicine. |
| 800-8000-0159 | Hospital | An institution or facility that provides medical or surgical treatment for the sick or injured. Some places may include elaborate emergency rooms and trauma centers. |
| 800-8000-0160 | Urgent Care Center | A type of walk-in clinic focused on the delivery of urgent ambulatory care in a dedicated medical facility outside of a traditional emergency room (ER) located within a hospital. Urgent care centers primarily treat injuries or illnesses requiring immediate care but not serious enough to require an ER visit. |
| 800-8000-0161 | Optical | A health care facility that sells eyeglasses, lenses, and other optical instruments, and employs an optician. |
| 800-8000-0162 | Veterinarian | A health care facility that practices veterinary medicine or surgery. Services generally include the prevention, cure, or alleviation of disease and injury to animals, especially domestic animals. This category includes all named veterinary locations, animal hospitals, and emergency veterinary services. |
| 800-8000-0325 | Hospital Emergency Room | A health care facility that provides emergency medical treatment for people. Places in this category may be part of a larger hospital facility or a stand-alone facility. |
| 800-8000-0340 | Therapist | A health care facility that offers a specific type of therapy service, such as a psychologist, psychoanalyst, psychotherapist, psychiatrist or counselor. |
| 800-8000-0341 | Chiropractor | A health care facility that provides treatment for bodily disorders through the manipulation of the spine and other body parts. |
| 800-8000-0367 | Blood Bank | A medical service where blood is collected from donors, typed, separated into components, stored, and prepared for transfusion into recipients. |
| 800-8000-0400 | COVID-19 Testing Site | A medical facility that provides screening and/or testing for the detection of the virus which causes COVID-19. |
| 800-8000-0401 | Vaccination Site | A medical facility that provides vaccination for immunity. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8100-0000 | Government or Community Facility | A Place where government employees work and government services are provided. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Government or Community Facility (800-8100-xxxx). |
| 800-8100-0163 | City Hall | A government building that houses the seat of an incorporated government for a town, borough, city, county, or other municipality. |
| 800-8100-0164 | Embassy | A government building that houses diplomatic representatives of foreign countries. |
| 800-8100-0165 | Military Base | A government facility that facilitates military training and operations, and shelters military equipment and personnel. Military bases are directly owned and operated by the military. For example, the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard. |
| 800-8100-0168 | County Council | A government building where an elected administrative body governs the respective county. |
| 800-8100-0169 | Civic-Community Center | A government building that provides space to the public for community events, special events, seasonal programs, organized classes, as well as a general space for rent. |
| 800-8100-0170 | Courthouse | A government building that serves as the home for the local court of law. |
| 800-8100-0171 | Government Office | A government building that often includes federal offices, municipality offices, state offices, provincial offices, ministries, and other governmental departments. Examples include the Department of Finance or the Ministry of Agriculture and Water. |
| 800-8100-0172 | Border Crossing | A controlled junction where travellers or goods are inspected upon entry or exit of an area or region. Border crossings are generally located between two countries. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8200-0000 | Education Facility | An institution that provides basic/elementary or secondary education. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Education Facility (800-8200-xxxx). |
| 800-8200-0173 | Higher Education | An institution that provides post-secondary, tertiary or third level education. Higher education includes educational institutions that serve students beyond secondary education, such as a college, university, technical institution or trade school. |
| 800-8200-0295 | Training and Development | An institution or business that provides education and training, such as development courses, second languages, presentation skills, technical skills and other related education services. |
| 800-8200-0360 | Coaching Institute | A training center where individuals are "coached" on various topics. For example, preparation for competitive exams, preparation for government jobs or preparation for admission into reputed universities. |
| 800-8200-0361 | Fine Arts | A training center where individuals learn an aspect of fine arts, such as painting, photography, tap dance, ballet and more. |
| 800-8200-0362 | Language Studies | A training center where individuals learn a particular language, such as German, Spanish, English and others. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8250-0000 | School | This is a base-level category that can be used for places that may not fit appropriately within other categories within School (800-8250-xxxx). |
| 800-8250-0287 | Primary School | An institution that provides basic elementary education to children. |
| 800-8250-0288 | Secondary School | An institution that provides secondary education to teenagers. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8300-0000 | Other Library | A facility that offers books, periodicals, audio, video and other material for public use (but not sale). Material can be used on-premise or borrowed for an extended period. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Library (800-8300-xxxx). |
| 800-8300-0175 | Library | A place in which literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials are kept for use and circulation, but are not for sale. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8400-0000 | Event Spaces | A facility that provides space for large events such as trade shows, trade fairs, or conventions. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Fair-Convention Facility (800-8400-xxxx). |
| 800-8400-0139 | Banquet Hall | An establishment that offers short-term rental of a room or building for the purposes of hosting a party, banquet, reception or other social event. Banquet halls are frequently co-located in other establishments, such as clubs, hotels and restaurants. |
| 800-8400-0176 | Convention-Exhibition Center | A facility that provides space for large events such as trade shows, trade fairs, or conventions. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8500-0000 | Parking | An area used to park motor vehicles. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Parking Facility (800-8500-xxxx). |
| 800-8500-0177 | Parking Garage-Parking House | A designated parking area that is covered or enclosed. |
| 800-8500-0178 | Parking Lot | A designated parking area that is not covered or enclosed. |
| 800-8500-0179 | Park and Ride | A designated parking area where commuters can park their vehicles to join a carpool, bus or other form of transportation. Fees generally do not apply. |
| 800-8500-0200 | Motorcycle, Moped and Scooter Parking | A designated parking area that is specifically for motorcycles, mopeds or scooters. |
| 800-8500-0315 | Cellphone Parking Lot | A designated parking area for individuals who need to make mobile phone calls without posing a risk to other motorists on the road. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8600-0000 | Sports Facility-Venue | A facility where sporting events are held. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Sports Facility-Venue (800-8600-xxxx). |
| 800-8600-0180 | Sports Complex-Stadium | A facility that provides multi-use indoor or outdoor arenas where sporting events are played and viewed. |
| 800-8600-0181 | Ice Skating Rink | A facility that provides a surface where all types of ice skating are played. |
| 800-8600-0182 | Swimming Pool | A facility that provides a tank or basin filled with water for swimming. |
| 800-8600-0183 | Tennis Court | A facility that provides a court upon which tennis is played. |
| 800-8600-0184 | Bowling Center | An indoor facility containing alleys or lanes designed for bowling. |
| 800-8600-0185 | Indoor Ski | A facility that provides an indoor area designed for ski activities. |
| 800-8600-0186 | Hockey | A facility that provides a rink used to play hockey and has markings on the playing surface to determine it as such. |
| 800-8600-0187 | Racquetball Court | A facility that provides a court designed for playing racquetball. |
| 800-8600-0188 | Shooting Range | A facility that provides an enclosed firing range with targets for firearm practice. |
| 800-8600-0189 | Soccer Club | A facility that provides a field used to play soccer. |
| 800-8600-0190 | Squash Court | A facility that provides an indoor court used to play squash. |
| 800-8600-0191 | Fitness-Health Club | A facility that offers classes, instruction and equipment for exercising and physical conditioning. Membership fees are generally required. |
| 800-8600-0192 | Indoor Sports | A facility that provides an area designed to play a variety of indoor sports, such as basketball, volleyball, cricket, gymnastics, table tennis, handball and other sports. |
| 800-8600-0193 | Golf Course | An area ground or course upon which golf is played. Course usually contain 9 or 18 holes. These places may be public or private. |
| 800-8600-0194 | Golf Practice Range | A area that intended for practicing long golf shots with balls provided by the facility. Fees generally apply. |
| 800-8600-0195 | Race Track | A facility that provides a dirt, grass or paved track designed for racing animals (horses or greyhounds), vehicles, or athletes. Race tracks often feature grandstands or concourses. |
| 800-8600-0196 | Sporting Instruction and Camps | A facility that provides instruction and training for a particular sport. This also includes camps that provide recreational activities or sports. |
| 800-8600-0197 | Sports Activities | A facility or designated area that where recreational or amateur sports are played. |
| 800-8600-0199 | Basketball | A facility designed specifically for playing basketball. |
| 800-8600-0200 | Badminton | A facility designed specifically for playing badminton. |
| 800-8600-0314 | Rugby | A facility designed specifically for playing rugby. |
| 800-8600-0316 | Diving Center | A facility that provides classes, instruction and equipment for learning or practicing scuba diving. Often these facilities are located near to natural bodies of water where diving occurs, or they may contain indoor pools designed for training. |
| 800-8600-0376 | Bike Park | A facility that provides trails maintained for mountain bike riding. |
| 800-8600-0377 | BMX Track | A facility designed specifically for racing a BMX bicycle. |
| 800-8600-0381 | Running Track | Common features of running tracks are: an artificial surface (usually rubberized), which is usually built to a specific length and lane width. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 800-8700-0000 | Facilities | A structure designed or built to serve a specific function, activity, or service. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Facilities (800-8700-xxxx). |
| 800-8700-0166 | Cemetery | A designated area containing graves, tombs, or funeral urns. This category includes churchyards, burial grounds and graveyards. |
| 800-8700-0167 | Crematorium | A facility where human remains are incinerated. |
| 800-8700-0198 | Public Restroom-Toilets | A room or public building that contains lavatories and washing facilities. |
| 800-8700-0296 | Clubhouse | A facility that provides social or recreational activities. Clubhouses are often found at apartment complexes, golf courses and other social clubs. |
| 800-8700-0298 | Registration Office | A facility engaged in various types of registrations, such as vehicles, houses and companies. |
| 800-8700-0333 | Student Housing | A facility typically used for housing students, and is most common for university/college students. These may be located on or off campus, and are commonly referred to as dorms (dormitories). |
The Areas and Buildings category is a top level category for places that are owned, operated or managed by
municipalities, such as cities, towns, villages, boroughs and shires.
This category contains the following level 2 categories:
- City, Town or Village - Represents a named settlement that may be a (large) city, town, or tiny village.
- Outdoor Area-Complex - Outdoor areas or complexes with designations for specific businesses or interests.
- Building - Areas and buildings designated for residential or office use.
- Administrative Region-Streets - An administrative region, such as a postal area, or a named street/square/intersection.
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 900-9100-0000 | City, Town or Village | Represents a named settlement that may be a (large) city, town, or tiny village. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for City, Town or Village (900-9100-xxxx). |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 900-9200-0000 | Outdoor Area-Complex | An establishment or area located outdoors. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Outdoor Area-Complex (900-9200-xxxx). |
| 900-9200-0218 | Industrial Zone | A non-residential area that is dedicated to manufacturing, industrial activities or storage facilities. This also includes business parks containing service industries. |
| 900-9200-0219 | Marina | A designated area that offers docking and other services for small boats, yachts, or pleasure craft. |
| 900-9200-0220 | RV Parks | A designated area that provides camping facilities for recreational vehicles. |
| 900-9200-0299 | Collective Community | A facility that provides an area for members to hold a common social, political, religious or spiritual events. For example, kibbutz, dojos, moshavs, agricultural communes, eco villages, art communities, convents, monasteries and housing cooperatives. |
| 900-9200-0301 | Island | A natural and geographical feature of land that is entirely separated by water from the mainland. |
| 900-9200-0386 | Meeting Point | A designated place where people can gather or must report to during an emergency (for example, tsunami, earthquake, fire, and so on). |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 900-9300-0000 | Building | This is a plot of land that has a street number assigned to it. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Building (900-9300-xxxx). |
| 900-9300-0221 | Residential Area-Building | A building designated specifically for residential use. |
| Category ID | Category (Level 3) | Description |
|---|
| 900-9400-0000 | Administrative Region-Streets | This is an administrative region, such as a postal area, or a named street/square/intersection. This is a base-level category that should be used for all places that do not fit other categories defined for Administrative Region-Streets (900-9400-xxxx). |
| 900-9400-0399 | Administrative Region | This is either a country, a state / province, a county or an even smaller area like a district or sub-district. Named areas like the Boston Metro Area also fall into this category. |
| 900-9400-0400 | Postal Area | A postal area in a country. This could also be a group of postal areas, for example in Canada this could be "M4B 1L5" or "M4B 1L6," as well as "M4B" or "M4B 1." |
| 900-9400-0401 | Street or Square | A named street or square. This could be anything from a small pedestrian passage to a big highway. Large named squares fall into this category. |
| 900-9400-0402 | Intersection | A road intersection. It is typically represented by two or more streets meeting at the intersection. It could also be a named intersection. |
