We're pleased to announce that lot dimension labels are now available on Parcel Explorer. Since launching Parcel Explorer, readers have asked for the same metes-and-bounds style boundary measurements that Lackawanna County Tax Services GIS shows along parcel lines — frontage, side lengths, and other per-segment feet along each lot edge. That display is live starting today.

Try it: Open Parcel Explorer with lot dimensions on

What are lot dimension labels?

When you turn the layer on and zoom in, Parcel Explorer draws county-style dimension labels along parcel boundary lines — the same kind of per-segment feet measurements assessors and surveyors use to read a lot's shape at a glance. Labels appear on visible parcels in the map viewport, and stay pinned when you select a single parcel for detail.

How do I turn on lot dimensions?

Open Parcel Explorer, open the Layers panel, and check Lot dimension labels. Zoom to neighborhood level (about street-block scale) — the map will prompt you to keep zooming until labels appear. You can also share a direct link with dimensions already enabled.

See it in action: Parcel Explorer with dimensions on

Who is this for?

Homeowners comparing lot sizes, realtors answering frontage questions, surveyors and title researchers orienting to county parcel geometry, and anyone who wants a quick read on how a lot is shaped without opening a separate GIS tool.

Thank you

This feature came directly from community feedback — including a request from Joann Pane, who uses county GIS for lot-dimension context every day. Thank you to everyone who asked for metes-and-bounds labels on Parcel Explorer. Your notes shaped this release — please keep them coming.

Data notes

Dimension labels are computed from county parcel polygon geometry in our assessor GIS feed. They reflect what that geometry implies along each boundary segment — they are not a certified survey, legal description, or official county determination. Segments shorter than a few feet may be omitted; figures can differ from deed metes-and-bounds or a field survey. Always verify material facts with the county assessor, a licensed surveyor, or your deed before relying on them. Lackawanna Connect is an independent local publisher and is not affiliated with Lackawanna County government.

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