Resources For Planning

[Nicole Masson]

Professional Organizations:

• American Planning Association (APA): Resources, publications, webinars, and certification programs like AICP.
• National League of Cities (NCL):  Policy toolkits, reports, and resources tailored for cities and towns. Focus on municipal leadership, zoning, and economic development.
• Urban Land Institute (ULI): Research reports, best practices for urban development, and case studies. Focus on sustainable development and public-private partnerships.
• Lincoln Institute of Land Policy: Resources on land use, property taxation, and municipal finance. Comprehensive research and global case studies.

Government Agencies and Initiatives

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Resources for affordable housing, community development block grants, and zoning.
• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Transportation planning guides, funding opportunities, and best practices for mobility.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – Smart Growth Program: Tools and strategies for sustainable development and urban design.
• National Association of Regional Councils (NARC): Resources for regional collaboration on transportation, housing, and economic development.

Academic Institutions and Think Tanks

• Urban Institute: Explore: Research on housing, transportation, and infrastructure trends.
• Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD): Online resources, publications, and lectures on urban planning and design.
• Brookings Institution – Metropolitan Policy Program: Analysis of metropolitan trends, policies, and planning strategies.

Publications:

• Planning Magazine (by APA): Monthly articles on the latest trends and case studies in planning.
• Planetizen:  Online courses, blogs, and their well-regarded “Top Planning Books” lists.

Please add any resources you have found helpful!

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