Create multi part polygon with parts that have adjacent edges

Question

Hi,

Is it possible to create a multi part polygon with parts that share an edge? I want these polygons to be part of the same feature but if I try to combine them, they merge and become one polygon. I need to preserve the separate boundaries as they are distinct areas with separate properties.

DavidPike · Answer

Not sure if you can hack it in arcpy but generally no - FAQ: Can Adjacent Polygons Be Combined to Create a Multipart Polygon in ArcGIS Pro?