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Since 1949, APA's program of applied research has resulted in practical, up-to-date information about best practices in urban and regional planning in the U.S. National Centers for Planning
Green Communities Hazards Planning Planning and Community Health Current Research ProjectsComplete StreetsFor too long, our states, cities, counties, and towns have built miles of streets and roads that are safe and comfortable only for motor vehicle travel. BrownfieldsCreating Community-Based Brownfields Redevelopment Strategies has the goal of helping groups in low-income communities see opportunities in brownfield sites. Family Friendly CommunitiesAPA is working with the Linking Economic Development and Child Care Project to engage planners in thinking about what makes a family-friendly community. Planning and Climate ChangeAPA and EESI are in the midst of a research and education project exploring planning in the context of energy issues and climate change. Integrating Hazard MitigationFEMA has contracted with APA for a study of best practices in integrating hazard mitigation into all forms of local plan making and planning activities. Urban and Community ForestryA city's green infrastructure affects every aspect of the urbanization process. Smart Growth CodesHow do we amend our ordinances to advance smart growth? State Laws and Natural HazardsAPA recently completed for the Institute for Business and Home Safety a survey of planning legislation in all 50 states.
Completed Research ProjectsResearch activities at APA are supported by grants from foundations, nongovernmental organizations, and government agencies, as well as subscription revenues. APA welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with organizations that have similar or complementary interests. Planning and Designing the Physically Active CommunityIn the last decade, the paradigm of smart growth has prompted many communities to improve the physical design of downtowns and neighborhoods. Healthy Communities through CollaborationIn 2003, a partnership between APA and the National Association of County and City Health Officials began to restore the bridge between land-use planning, community design, and public health practice. Housing ChoiceEveryone needs housing — a place to live, a place to call home. But the realization of safe, decent, affordable housing is becoming increasingly difficult for more and more individuals and families. Context-Sensitive Signage DesignFor planners and building officials, signs are but one component of the complex built environment. And planning for and regulating signs is just one aspect of a city or community design program. Tribal Transportation ProgramsIn early 2005, APA contracted with the Transportation Research Board to produce a Synthesis Study on Tribal Transportation Programs. Planning for WildfiresWildfires are increasing in frequency and severity as more people move into areas where developments meet or intermingle with undeveloped wildlands. | |||||
APA's National Centers for Planning are dedicated to helping planners create communities of lasting value.
