All places in the Places API are categorized into one out of 9 feature classes (represented by letters) and further subcategorized into one out of 684 feature codes.
Feature Codes
| S: Spot, building, farm | ||
| Code | Short Description | Full Description |
|---|---|---|
| BDG | Bridge | A structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across |
| BDGQ | Ruined bridge | A destroyed or decayed bridge which is no longer functional |
| BLDA | Apartment building | A building containing several individual apartments |
| BLDG | Building(s) | A structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc. |
| BLDO | Office building | Commercial building where business and/or services are conducted |
| BP | Boundary marker | A fixture marking a point along a boundary |
| BRKS | Barracks | A building for lodging military personnel |
| BRKW | Breakwater | A structure erected to break the force of waves at the entrance to a harbor or port |
| BSTN | Baling station | A facility for baling agricultural products |
| BTYD | Boatyard | A waterside facility for servicing, repairing, and building small vessels |