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Appearance alone does not confirm vacancy. Record what you can verify.

Enter an address to locate it automatically, or select a point on the map to fill the address. Check the suggested location before submitting. Coverage: Greater Sydney and surrounds. Address lookup: Photon / OpenStreetMap.

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Public cases · what we asked and heard back

Only record messages actually sent. This editor does not contact agencies.

How to use

Explore registered buildings and the information available about them. Approved shared cases update automatically.

1. Select a map point or list entry to read a building profile, sources and open questions. Use the filters to narrow the list.

2. Public buildings appear as red circles. Private buildings appear as smaller white circles with a black outline. Ownership is not an indication of current vacancy or suitability for conversion.

3. To add a building, select “Add candidate” and enter an address, or use “Add from map” to choose a location. The address and coordinates fill automatically when a match is available. Check the location, add dated evidence and submit for review.

4. Use Share information to send additional information or corrections. Information about private buildings must be provided directly by the owner.

5. Submissions remain pending until an administrator reviews and approves them. Only approved cases appear on the shared map.

6. Select “Export CSV” to download the registered case list for use in a spreadsheet.


Reading the evidence

A dated source describes a building at that time; it does not guarantee the current condition. A pin does not mean an entire estate is empty. Personal observations and unanswered questions are distinguished from documented facts.

Housing conversion requires professional investigation of ownership, permitted use, regulations, structure and services.

Map tiles and address lookup require an internet connection. Address suggestions may be approximate; you can enter or correct the address and coordinates manually.

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Changes apply immediately after saving and stay in this browser. They do not change the shared site or other devices. Hidden items keep their data.

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