Predefined Area From Reference Layer

The Predefined Reference Layer option allows you to define a Project Area using boundaries already defined in certain Reference Layers.

The Reference Layers that you can use to select a Project Area from are:

• HUC12 Watersheds

• CWPP Local

• CWPP County

• CWPP FPD

• Firewise USA Recognized Sites

To use an area predefined in a Reference Layer as your Project Area, follow these steps:

1. Select the Ref. Layers tab in the New Project Area dialog.

2. Select Reference Layer

   1. Using the dropdown list, select the reference layer that you would like to use. Once a reference layer is selected, that layer will appear on the map.

3. Select Area on the Map

   1. Click the Select button to enter selection mode. This will allow you to select the predefined area on the map.

   2. Click on the predefined area(s) for that reference layer on the map that you want to use as the Project Area.

   3. If you made a mistake or want to remove your selections, click the Clear button.

   4. Click Finish to exit selection mode.

4. Apply a Buffer Distance

   1. This option allows you to define a buffer distance around the selected area(s). Click on the toggle switch to enable a buffer. By default, the buffer is not enabled. If the toggle switch is turned off, no buffer will be applied. The default buffer distance is 2 miles but can be increased or decreased to your desired size.

5. Add a Project Name

   1. A project name is required for all project areas. The Create button will be disabled until a project name is added.

6. Click Create

   1. Once you have defined the boundary of your project area, applied a buffer if needed, and given your project area a name, click Create to submit and create your new project area. Once created, your new project area can be found and selected through the Manage Project Areas dialog.