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Prioritizing Zoning Reform
Planning-led zoning reform is key to tackling many of the nation's greatest challenges, especially the housing supply crisis. With adequate support, zoning reform can increase housing choice, lower housing costs, bolster local economies, address inequities in our communities, and connect people to opportunity.
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Critical Resources for Members
Access critical resources about the shifting federal landscape, post-disaster recovery materials, and information on applying for reduced dues or CM exemption for members in transition. Resources and materials are available free to APA members.
Blog
Catch up on timely planning efforts and the latest news from APA.
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April 28, 2025
What’s Next for Transportation Policy?
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April 22, 2025
The Push for Parking Reform
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April 21, 2025
New Ordinance Aims to Boost Sacramento’s Housing Supply
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April 18, 2025
Recognizing APA Presidential Award Recipients
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April 17, 2025
FEMA Waives Equity, Climate Requirements for Local Mitigation Plans
Planning Magazine
Dive deep into the profession's trends, challenges, and voices.
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April 29, 2025
How to Use Social Media to Build Your Planning Entourage
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April 24, 2025
Amid Uncertainty, Cities Use Data to Get the Lead Out
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April 17, 2025
Unlock Suburban Housing Potential and Put Empty Offices to Work
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April 10, 2025
New Documentary Pulls Back the Curtain on the People Who Make Cities Run
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April 3, 2025
4 Tech Tools to Visualize Your Urban Design
Featured Jobs
APA's Jobs Online connects you to your next career opportunity.
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April 28, 2025
Development Services Director
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April 28, 2025
Senior Planner - Civil Engineering
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April 25, 2025
Assistant City Planner
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April 25, 2025
Planner I or Planner II
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April 25, 2025
Senior Planners - Development Review & Long-Range