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February 16, 2023
It's Perilous to Ignore “Gentle” Zoning Reforms
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: Could subtle zoning changes make a big difference in your community? -
December 19, 2022
Discovering the "heART" of Planning
A reflection of the Chicano experience of understanding planning through art. -
May 2, 2022
Siting Community Facilities to Increase Destination Accessibility
This blog post provides an overview of siting community facilities as a planning approach to increase physical activity in small and rural communities through everyday destinations. It is part of the Everyday Destinations series. -
May 2, 2022
Infill Development Supports Community Connectivity
This blog post provides an overview of infill development as a planning approach to increase physical activity in small and rural communities through everyday destinations. It is part of the Everyday Destinations series. -
April 22, 2022
The Art and Planning of Creating APA's Newest Division
The evolution of creating APA's 23rd division - Arts and Planning. -
April 20, 2022
Giving Back to San Diego During NPC22
As planners prepare to come together for NPC22, attendees have several opportunities to give back to our host city. -
January 27, 2022
Does Cultural Planning Deliver on Equity and Inclusion?
Uncovering JAPA: While planners have long valued diversity, equity, and inclusion, Municipal cultural plans too often treat diversity, equity, and inclusion superficially. -
November 12, 2021
Is Campus Zoning Due for a Shake-Up?
Spotlight on Zoning Practice: Cities, towns, and counties often take a light touch when it comes to zoning for major educational and health-care campuses. But do demographic and technological changes mean it's time to rethink the status quo? -
A Guide to Choosing the Best Meeting Venues
Uncovering JAPA: Where should you have your meeting to engage the community? The Venue Creation Tool can help you decide. -
June 29, 2020
Strengthening a Sense of Community Through Arts and Culture
APA’s Arts and Planning Interest Group is working to establish a more formal partnership between planners and artists with the help of Sue Mobley, a new visiting fellow. -
March 29, 2019
A New Planning Partnership Brings Art to Public Spaces
Forecast Public Art is collaborating with APA to identify and address gaps at the intersection of public art and planning practice. -
April 6, 2018
Green Schoolyards for Healthy Communities
What if every schoolyard was a green schoolyard? Multifunctional schoolyards can ensure kids' healthy mental, physical, cognitive, and social development. -
June 30, 2017
Your Park: Why It's More Essential Than You Think
This summer, it's time to enjoy the weather at your local park. APA's Great Places in America program has celebrated dozens of the nation's most captivating and well-planned public spaces. -
May 3, 2017
A Walking Tour of Music Landmarks in New York City
From the LGBTQ and Planning Division newsletter, a guide to music landmarks in New York City. -
April 5, 2016
Running Roosevelt Row
An early-morning run down Phoenix's Roosevelt Row shows off the area's murals, bungalows, infill development, transit stations, and galleries.
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