APA New Jersey
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Planning Association empowers planners and communities by advocating for excellence in planning, fostering citizen engagement, and providing the tools and resources needed to navigate growth and change. Through education, advocacy, and philanthropy, we advance the art and science of planning to build more sustainable, equitable, and vibrant communities.
CURRENT NEWS
JOB LISTINGS
Land Use Administrator -Technical
Trenton, New Jersey
Assistant Planner
Wayne, New Jersey
Assistant Planner
Belvidere, New Jersey
Director
Ewing, New Jersey
Supervising Planner Transportation
Ewing, New Jersey
Planner – Land Development
Somerville, New Jersey
Course Facilitator (Transit Planning & Environment)
New Brunswick, NJ
Course Facilitator (Administration & Management)
New Brunswick, NJ
UPCOMING EVENTS
2025 NJ Planning Excellence & Great Places Awards Reception
Please join APA New Jersey for our annual awards reception as we gather to celebrate the people, plans, projects, and places that embody the power of great planning to create vibrant, healthy, equitable, and sustainable communities across New Jersey! Tickets are $150 per person and include a selection of seasonal fare and hors d’oeuvres, delicious desserts, and an open bar.
Preserving an Icon: Cleveland’s West Side Market Transformation Plan
Designated in 2008 as one of the "10 Great Publics Spaces in America" by APA, the West Side Market stands as Cleveland’s oldest continuously operating public market and a symbol of the city’s immigrant roots, culinary diversity, and community spirit. Learn how the latest reinvestment will preserve its historic character while preparing it for the next century of service.
Plan4HealthNJ Studio Presentation
Join us for a Plan4HealthNJ Studio Presentation highlighting how students collaborated with officials and practitioners to research and beta-test strategies for integrating public health into municipal master plans, zoning ordinances, and capital improvement programs. Participants will learn how students applied APA New Jersey's Plan4HealthNJ toolkits to support urban, suburban, and rural communities across New Jersey. The presentation will share key findings and recommendations to guide the Chapter's work with municipalities in 2026 during the first round of grants.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Ordinances: Solano County CA Case Study
Since implementing the BESS moratorium in January 2024, the Department of Resource Management has engaged extensively with stakeholders to create comprehensive regulations for BESS projects in unincorporated Solano County. This effort has been guided by the BESS Technical Working Group, which includes local first responders, industry specialists, and community members, along with consultations from national safety agencies and other jurisdictions experienced with BESS.
