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To become a certified planner, entitled to use the AICP designation, American Planning Association (APA) members must meet certain education and experience requirements and pass a written …

The Benchmark team has a national planning practice that is focused on comprehensive planning, urban design, land use regulations, downtown development, military community planning, and public …

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Aug 7, 2025 · These page-turners touch on some of the most pressing topics affecting planning today, like mobility, aging in place, gentrification, and ethics. After reading each brief synopsis below, click …

This project examined the current state of megaregional planning practice and resulted in the development of planning frameworks for local and regional planning agencies to address …

She has served in senior planning roles for the Louisville Metro Government in Kentucky and the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, giving her an understanding of large urban cities, as well as smaller …

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