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National Address Database

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National Address Database Schema

This is the proposed (v2) NAD Schema for storing data in the NAD, including all attribute fields and domains.  This schema is in line with the NAD Minimum Content approach.

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Minimum Content Requirements

The goal of the minimum content standard is to include only the information needed to identify an address as well as some basic identifying/metadata information about the address. The objective is to avoid a complex schema as it is not intended to be a schema used for data management, but rather...

National Address Database Listserve

Pertaining to the National Address Database email listserve the definitions for Sponsor, Partner, Developer, Contributor, Observer and Media. Also, link to register for the category that is most pertinent to you.

National Address Database

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and its partners from all levels of government recognize the need for a National Address Database (NAD).  Accurate and up-to-date addresses are critical to transportation safety and are a vital part of Next Generation 9-1-1. They are also...