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ModCity

Area Information Modelling for data-driven urban development decisions

3D urban development platform from the Netherlands that links parametric massing studies to financial calculation models through the Urban Toolbox software. Integrates GIS, CAD, SketchUp, and Excel to connect spatial design directly to DCF financial models, land-use calculations, and sustainability KPIs—eliminating manual spreadsheet transfers during area development planning.

Not publicly specified raisedEstablished
Founded Not publicly specified (c. 2009-2010 inferred from "16+ years of experience" stated on official website) · 24 completed projects in portfolio including Dutch municipalities (Amsterdam, Heemskerk, Heemstede, Almere, Delft, Leiden) and international projects in Belgium and Romania; 1-10 employees
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Urban development projects require integrating spatial, financial, and regulatory data across architects, developers, municipalities, and investors. These datasets typically live in disconnected tools—GIS systems, Excel spreadsheets, and 3D design software—forcing teams to manually transfer data when evaluating trade-offs between land-use intensity, financial viability, parking requirements, and sustainability targets. This disconnect slows decision cycles and introduces errors during early-stage area development planning.

The Solution

Urban Toolbox links parametric 3D massing models in SketchUp directly to live Excel financial models and GIS datasets, eliminating manual data transfer. Planners iterate on density, land-use mix, and program while instantly seeing updated DCF models, parking counts, traffic generation, water/energy calculations, and cadastral data. Multi-scenario comparison and KPI dashboards give municipalities, developers, and investors a single Common Operational Picture for faster decisions.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
SaaSProfessional ServicesWeb-Based
Integrations
SketchUpExcelGIS (CAD Import/Export)Cadastral data feedsLand-use databases
Disciplines
Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture
Workflows
Planning & Feasibility
Project Phases
Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Planning & Entitlement
Project Types
Mixed-Use, Residential, Commercial, Healthcare, Educational, Infrastructure, Urban Regeneration
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:3D massing model or 2D site study, Program brief (land-use mix, floor area targets)
Optional:GIS/cadastral data, Financial parameters (land cost, construction cost, target yield), Existing zoning regulations, Traffic/mobility data, Sustainability targets
Formats:SketchUp (.skp), CAD formats (DXF, DWG), GIS layers, Excel spreadsheets (.xlsx)
Output
What you get
Format:Interactive 3D massing model linked to financial dashboards and KPI reports
Fields:DCF financial model (land and real estate development cash flows), Land-use mix and floor area calculations, Parking count and traffic generation estimates, Water use and energy/material consumption calculations, Multi-scenario comparison dashboard, Customizable KPI reports for stakeholders, Land valuation and real estate program diversity analysis
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Parametric calculation engine (rule-based, not machine learning); financial models use Discounted Cash Flow methodology
Accuracy:Not publicly specified; tool is a decision-support platform, not a predictive AI model
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Not publicly specified
Training:Not applicable (rule-based parametric tool, not machine learning)
Compliance:GDPR (Netherlands/EU jurisdiction)
API
Integration
Endpoint:Contact vendor for API access
Method:Not publicly documented
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Municipal area development planning—linking zoning proposals to land value and financial feasibility
  • ·Real estate developer feasibility studies integrating 3D massing with DCF financial models
  • ·Multi-scenario urban masterplan comparison for mixed-use redevelopment projects
  • ·Land valuation and acquisition analysis for developers and investors
  • ·Sustainability performance tracking across density, energy, water, and materials KPIs
  • ·Stakeholder alignment and decision support via shared Common Operational Picture dashboards
PRICING

Pricing

Free
Not publicly available; trial or demo by request
Pro
Contact vendor for pricing (project-based consultancy engagement; aecplustech lists ~$5,000 one-time consultancy fee as an estimate)
Enterprise
Custom pricing for municipality and large developer engagements
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-07-08
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