GIS plays a critical role in Urban Planning and Land Use. Using satellite imagery and aerial photography, we can gain a detailed perspective on land and infrastructure to help planners understand the needs of a growing community. We also have a wealth ofinformation at our fingertips. Demographic data includes population, household incomes, age, ethnicity, education levels, martial status, and languages spoken. Additional data resources like consumer spending, traffic counts, and crime indexes aid in decision making.