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June 1, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Study finds it necessary for planners to take action to ensure the built environment becomes more age-friendly.
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May 31, 2023
A list of accessory dwelling unit bills that were introduced in 2023 state legislative sessions.
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May 31, 2023
A walking tour during NPC23 illustrates the opportunities and challenges facing Philadelphia's Chinatown.
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May 30, 2023
APA and AARP partner to create a guide to expand local supply and legal occupancy of ADUs
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May 26, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Three critical aspects for understanding business resilience in underserved communities.
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May 23, 2023
A walking tour during NPC23 highlighted the impact of local community groups as they advocate for API residents.
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May 18, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Exploring the use of cost-benefit to develop incentive zoning programs.
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May 15, 2023
Understanding the barriers to diverse planners' recruitment, retention, promotion, and leadership. How employers can promote a welcoming environment and encourage access to opportunities for career growth.
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May 12, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Learning to leverage policy windows by committing to evidence-based solutions and political coalition-building.
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May 10, 2023
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: Is state preemption of local zoning the answer to the housing crisis?
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May 9, 2023
Understand the implications of generative AI and learn three steps for planners to take today.
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May 5, 2023
Take 5: Travel the U.S. and learn about five places of significance that honor the heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
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May 4, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Future planners should be prepared for the politics of planning, especially the challenging role of planning in conflict cities aiming to protect food systems.
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May 2, 2023
As stewards of the urban ecosystem, planners can integrate habitat preservation and wildlife movement in an urban environment. A proposed Wildlife Ordinance in the City of Los Angeles aims to protect wildlife habitat and connectivity in its most ecologically significant areas.
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April 27, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Without an equity focus, planning and public health collaborations can harm vulnerable communities or lead to ineffective policies.
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April 25, 2023
There's no substitute for a good visualization when it comes to demystifying large-scale solar development.
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April 21, 2023
APA is launching “It Takes a Planner”, an effort aimed at building the influence of planners among state and local elected and appointed officials.
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April 20, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Is planning theory important or nonexistent now?
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April 14, 2023
Planners' Day of Service at NPC23 explored neurodiversity within the built environment and assembled Calm Kits for a local Philadelphia organization.
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April 13, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Smaller-scale ethnic food businesses contribute to community health and well-being but also boost the local economy.
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April 12, 2023
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: How might communities apply zoning concepts to regulations for drone operations?
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April 6, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Planners must understand the multiple overlapping factors that can produce health disparities.
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April 5, 2023
Catch up on all that happened at NPC23 in Philadelphia, April 1-4, 2023.
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April 5, 2023
Attendees at NPC23 were abuzz on social. Find out what got planners talking while in Philadelphia.
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March 30, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Three cities in Los Angeles County developed stringent development controls to encourage Anglo or Spanish heritage in response to Asian newcomers.
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March 28, 2023
Understanding the purpose and history of the Disadvantage Business Enterprise program.
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March 24, 2023
Governors address housing policies in state of state addresses in 2023.
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March 23, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Exploration of three metropolitan regions for how their regional plans are reflected in municipal plans.
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March 22, 2023
National experts appointed to help guide the Housing Supply Accelerator.
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March 16, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Little research has considered equity implications of zoning policies to reduce access to unhealthy foods. This simulation study aims to understand impacts and outcomes.
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March 14, 2023
Five women-authored urban planning books that have inspired planners.
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March 10, 2023
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: How do street naming and addressing regulations affect planning goals?
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March 9, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Four Toronto region corridors are examined for walkability and retrofitting potential.
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March 6, 2023
Reflexive opposition to large-scale solar projects is on the rise in many parts of the country. Start planning now to avoid the reactive trap.
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March 3, 2023
From APA's Urban Planning and Design Division - learn about what a career in urban design entails.
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March 2, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Authors aim to understand the effectiveness of different inclusionary zoning policies.
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February 23, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Understanding the importance of combining enhanced data into a collaborative process for hazard mitigation planning.
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February 16, 2023
Sponsored content from University of Michigan: Q&A with Dr. Robert Goodspeed, University of Michigan Associate Professor of Urban and Regional Planning, who is launching a 3-day course on Scenario Planning for Urban Futures.
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February 16, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: What are the barriers to building ADUs?
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February 16, 2023
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: Could subtle zoning changes make a big difference in your community?
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February 9, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Learning from Australia and Canada's zoning decisions to advance environmental goals, not exclusionary motivations.
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February 2, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Ride-hails are filling mobility gaps, but does the cost hinder use?
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February 1, 2023
Recent disciplinary actions taken by the AICP Ethics Committee in January 2023.
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January 30, 2023
Mark Hinshaw reflects back on a 40-year career in urban planning. Aging, dealing with a layoff, and not ready to retire, Mark had to get creative to find a soft landing to close out his long-tenured career.
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January 26, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: How enduring is the support for outdoor dining and street closures post-COVID?
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January 24, 2023
Is your community ready to have a conversation about large-scale solar development? Check out the new second edition of the Solar@Scale guidebook for a comprehensive discussion of local policies and actions that can affect the siting and design of community- and utility-scale solar facilities.
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January 23, 2023
APA News: APA and NLC partner in national housing campaign to advance and incentivize local approaches to land use, zoning and housing development, and preservation.
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January 20, 2023
State legislatures in 2022 focused on increasing affordable housing within their respective regions. The trend of state legislatures preempting zoning reform is expected to continue in 2023 across the country.
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January 19, 2023
APA News: Karen Wolf, FAICP, begins tenure as president of the American Institute of Certified Planners Commission.
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January 19, 2023
Uncovering JAPA: Manufactured housing deserves more academic attention.
