# Residential / Commercial

### Residential/Commercial indicator

A Residential/Commercial indicator is a classification system used to differentiate between properties designated for residential or commercial use. The indicator helps in property management, zoning regulations, and taxation by specifying the primary purpose of a property, whether for living spaces, such as houses and apartments, or for business purposes, like offices and retail spaces.

### Benefits

1. **Cost Efficiency**: By identifying whether an address is residential or commercial, you can choose the most cost-effective shipping options. Many shipping companies charge different rates based on the type of address.
2. **Improved Deliverability**: Ensure your packages reach the right destination by validating address types. This reduces the risk of returns due to incorrect address classification.
3. **Enhanced Customer Experience**: Provide accurate delivery estimates and improve customer satisfaction by using precise address data.
4. **Operational Efficiency**: Streamline your logistics and delivery operations by understanding your address data better.

### Getting Access

To access please contact us or your account manager. 

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### Data

| Field                 | Description                                           | Example  |
| --------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------- | -------- |
| residential\_ind      | indicates if the address is residential               | "Y", "N" |
| non\_residential\_ind | Indicates if the address is commercial or industrial. | "Y", "N" |


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