Blogs

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.