Questions answered in this file

Can a street keep its name but change numbers?

Yes. Check renumbering independently of renaming and verify the relevant period using dated local records; an unchanged street name does not guarantee unchanged building numbers.

Is a rural-route address a precise location?

Not necessarily. It may describe a delivery route rather than a specific modern street address.

What records can document a rename?

Dated ordinances, conversion lists, maps, directories, and relevant local archival records can help establish the change.

Should a modern geocoder result be cited as proof?

No. Treat it as a lead and verify the historical identity through dated sources.

Must the current residential address be public?

No. Publish only the location detail necessary for the account and consider the privacy of unrelated current occupants.