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Planning is elected leaders' most effective tool for managing growth, navigating change, and making tough decisions that face communities, such as where to invest in transportation, housing, and parks.

Apr 29, 2025 · The work typically has been narrowly focused on addressing the task at hand, like current planning issues and responding to applying a zoning code, but it was not necessarily hitting the …

Nov 28, 2017 · Many theories apply in a single planning episode — explaining how cities and regions work, suggesting proper planning processes, and defining justice. These theories address different …

Jun 25, 2025 · Join the movement to increase housing choice and abundance through planning-led zoning reform — planners' top policy priority in 2025. At Planners' Day on Capitol Hill, APA will …

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This year’s conference invites us to reflect on the human side of planning: the relationships we build, the communities we serve, and the shared purpose that drives us.