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Official Twitter account for the American Planning Association. “Creating Great Communities For All” #ItTakesAPlanner
Chicago, IL
Joined February 2009
This year’s 2025 National Planning Award recipients showcase how planners and communities are working together to build stronger, more inclusive spaces. From leveraging infrastructure planning to collaborating for more sustainable futures, learn more on the four recipients.
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Last chance to register for the 2025 World Town Planning Day Online Conference. Join planners worldwide on November 7 to celebrate how planning drives positive impacts for communities. Register today!
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Idaho’s rapid population growth is reshaping communities across the state. Planners are expanding housing options, encouraging infill, and working to make neighborhoods more livable for all.
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The Land Use Planning for Wildfires in California Training Program wins the National Planning Award for Resilience & Sustainability! This innovative program unites planners & fire officials to strengthen wildfire resilience across California. #APAawards
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Your career can grow in any season. Explore five ways to strengthen your skills, expand your network, and keep moving forward.
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APA’s new report by Charlie Nichols, AICP, examines how AI impacts land use, energy, and infrastructure — and what that means for planners.
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The FCC has updated its rules on wireless infrastructure to improve network access and streamline local processes. Learn how these changes may affect communities nationwide.
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What’s spookier than a lack of local housing supply? Planners without tools to create reforms.👻🎃 The ROAD to Housing Act would create federal support for planners to make reforms necessary for increasing housing. Find out why:
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The ROAD to Housing Act is the biggest housing package in a generation, made possible through bipartisan compromise and support for local reforms. It marks an important victory in bipartisan federal...
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Public spaces are more important than ever. See how COVID‑19 inspired changes that make cities safer and more welcoming for all. https://t.co/LCXCJZEdo5
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Uncovering JAPA: Recently adopted street policies helped shape emergency responses as cities transformed streets into cafés and social spaces during COVID-19. Explore if these programs represented an...
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The Joe Louis Greenway Neighborhood Planning Study is the winner of this year’s National Planning Excellence Award! This study turns a 30-mile trail into a catalyst for equitable growth, connecting 23 Detroit neighborhoods and guiding housing, mobility, and economic development.
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While great strides have been made in #zoningreform nationwide, some communities are still seeing stalled development of missing middle housing due to the cost-restrictive nature of their own building codes. This white paper provides planners the solution👇
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While great strides have been made in zoning reform across the U.S., some communities are still seeing little or stalled development of missing middle housing due to the cost-restrictive natures of...
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How can parks, streets, and public spaces support our mental well-being? Planner Kelsey Zlevor explores thoughtful design that makes public spaces feel welcoming for everyone. https://t.co/LWFAtZ46sf
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Register now for the 2025 World Town Planning Day Online Conference on November 7. Sessions run 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CT. Explore innovations, success stories, and lessons in planning under the theme With Planning We Can! Join here:
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World Town Planning Day, celebrated around the world each November, is a special day to recognize and promote the role of planning in creating livable communities.
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In #PlanMag explore Boulder is trying a new approach to affordable housing! @bouldercolorado factory uses modular construction to build energy-efficient homes faster while offering local workforce opportunities.
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How an innovative partnership in Colorado is helping solve the home affordability crisis.
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Grant programs from all agencies may be frozen or even taken back due to perceived inconsistency with new guidance from the Trump administration. The new guidance will also change the criteria for future rounds of grants. Here’s what you can do. https://t.co/pE9mvZA825
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Congratulations to the 2025 National Planning Award recipients, whose achievements highlight planners' best efforts to create stronger, healthier, and more just communities.
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Planning for the future means balancing growth, affordability, and community well-being. Discover how Crested Butte, CO is approaching this through its new ‘Compass’ plan.
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Join APA’s Career Center this Thu, Oct 23 | 12–1 PM for an energizing conversation inspired by the 2025 Trend Report—exploring how planners can bridge values and expectations, retain top talent, and foster cultures of respect.
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Burnout can affect anyone. Learn practical strategies to recognize it early and support well-being at work.
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Ready to make a difference in the planning profession? Serve on an APA or AICP committee — applications are due tomorrow, 10/19!
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