Shovels’ data coverage extends back to provide substantial historical context for analysis.Documentation Index
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Coverage Timeframe
Our data extends back to at least 2010 for all jurisdictions, with many jurisdictions offering data that goes even further back.Why 2010?
This timeframe was a technical architecture decision based on:- Majority of customer feedback
- Common use cases requiring ~10-15 years of history
- Data availability from jurisdictions
Limitations
In some cases, jurisdictions don’t pull historical data into their online systems, which can limit how far back certain records go.Our coverage of the past decade-plus provides sufficient historical context for most analysis needs, including tracking long-term trends and contractor history.
What You Can Do With Historical Data
- Track property improvement history
- Analyze contractor permit patterns over time
- Understand market trends
- Research long-term construction activity