About REL case studies
REL case studies are practical projects that show what REL can do. To share a case study or join a group helping one another conduct studies with REL, contact research@rel.me.
Research and responsible-use disclaimer
Purpose and limitations. These studies document research, observations, and example workflows using REL. Some explore public-policy questions. Results may be incomplete, outdated, or unverified. Read each study’s sources, methods, collection dates, and limitations before drawing conclusions. A workflow example does not imply a completed or independently verified run.
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Privacy and interpretation. Use only the information needed for the research and protect personal or sensitive details. Do not use these studies to harass, shame, or single out individuals. Observed differences and associations do not, by themselves, establish causes or personal responsibility.
Case studies
| Study | Abstract | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Property Tax Disparities: A Santa Cruz County Study | This observational study compares county assessed values for tax purposes with third-party property estimates across Santa Cruz County. Property records can be filtered by city boundaries and property type. Collection is ongoing; coverage, sources, and limitations are documented in the study. | Read study |