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Grey areas, already linked to every property.
Nationwide map of grey areas: areas that are already in use or strongly affected by building and construction activity, including buildings, structures and permanent surfaces. Separate views for the share with buildings and the share with/without vegetation.
What the dataset contains
Grey areas in Placepoint
Nationwide map of grey areas: areas that are already in use or strongly affected by building and construction activity, including buildings, structures and permanent surfaces. Separate views for the share with buildings and the share with/without vegetation. Developed by Miljødirektoratet, Kartverket, Norsk institutt for bioøkonomi (NIBIO) and Statistisk sentralbyrå (SSB). Source: Miljødirektoratet. Update frequency: not planned (first version published November 2025). Part of Placepoint's map layers for Nature.
This text is based on the dataset documentation, synced 16 October 2026.
What it looks like
Grey areas on the map
The dataset is part of the Nature map layer. You can find the screenshot, sublayers and what a click on the map shows under Grey areas.
Update frequency: Static. Last updated 9 September 2026
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About the datasetHow often are grey areas updated?
not. The frequency follows the source and is shown on the dataset in Placepoint.
Where does the data come from?
From Norsk institutt for bioøkonomi (the Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research). We collect the data, check its quality and link it to the correct property, with the source and date on every field.
How do I see grey areas on a property?
Look up the address in Fusion and turn on the Nature map layer. The dataset is a separate layer there. Click on the map to see the details in the property panel.
Can I get the dataset programmatically?
Yes. The same data is available in Placepoint API and in Placepoint AI through MCP, so you can bring it into your own systems and agents.
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