Planning Home Housing & Community Development Division
Our Division is a nationwide network of professionals dedicated to building healthy and vibrant communities. We support educational and networking opportunities for planners, educators, housing professionals, community developers, and allied professionals.
We offer great opportunities to promote these topics within the field of planning and within APA, particularly in relationship to the provision of shelter, human needs, and the development of the built environment.
Planners' Day on Capitol Hill You are the Subject Matter Expert!
As a member of the Housing and Community Development Division, you have a unique opportunity to represent and bring forward the perspectives, knowledge, and experiences of the planning profession to Congress for federal action on housing and zoning reform. Through your stories, you can influence federal policy—shaping solutions to meet the housing needs of the communities you serve.
No experience necessary! When you register for Planners’ Day, your registration includes a five-part on-demand training series. Learn how to effectively engage Congress for impactful change. Cap off your training with a direct online meeting with a member of Congress on June 12.
How can you help? Register for Planners’ Day. All congressional meetings are hosted online. Share with Congress your “on-the-ground” knowledge and expertise surrounding the challenges facing your community.
Register now for Planners' Day. Join us in shaping the future of housing reform!
Your voice matters!
Help us build a network of diverse speakers! Everyone is welcome to participate!
“A diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.” — Sundar Pichai
The APA is actively seeking speakers from different backgrounds and experiences to share their knowledge and inspire others!
Help us build a network of diverse speakers by filling out the form below:
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Planning Home
Today's housing challenges demand new tools and better planning. The housing options we plan for today will foster the homes that families will grow, thrive, and dream in tomorrow.
APA conceived Planning Home, an organization-wide initiative, to reshape the way planning is used to address America's housing affordability crisis.