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This guide explains planning map requirements across UK councils and how MasterMap®-based plans from MapServe® ensure compliance.

This guide compares Promap with alternatives for accessing MasterMap® and planning maps, including licensed downloads from MapServe®.

This guide explains what MasterMap® is, how it is created from Ordnance Survey data, and how professionals access it via MapServe®.

This guide explains which MasterMap® and Ordnance Survey maps are required for UK planning applications and how to obtain them from MapServe®.

This guide explains which MasterMap® and large-scale OS maps are best for UK planning permission and how to obtain them from MapServe®.

This guide explains the difference between the OS National Geographic Database (NGD) and MasterMap® and how professionals access both via MapServe®.

This guide explains how Ordnance Survey licensing works for professionals using MasterMap® and how MapServe® supplies compliant digital mapping.

An authoritative guide to using OS MasterMap® as base mapping for UK planning applications, with licensing and use-case clarity.

A clear, professional explanation of OS MasterMap®, what makes it different, and when it’s the right choice for planning, CAD and surveying work.