Charles Latini
President
Charles “Chuck” Latini, Jr., AICP, PP, is a respected land use practitioner, policy advocate, and Principal of L&G Planning. He has extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. His expertise encompasses planning, zoning, redevelopment, and coalition-building, with a focus on aligning land use decisions with community values and public policy goals.
A Rutgers University’s Cook College graduate with a degree in Environmental Planning and Design, Chuck brings a thoughtful and balanced approach to community and economic development in urban, suburban, and rural settings. His work is rooted in a deep understanding of the interplay between planning, policy, and politics, both locally and internationally.
Chuck is known for his campaign-based approach to planning, emphasizing community engagement and support in decision-making processes. As President of APA New Jersey, he led the organization to numerous national awards and actively supported key initiatives, including the Great Places in NJ Program, the Local Community Planning Assistance Program, and the Gold Standard for Hazard Mitigation Planning. He also played a pivotal role in advocating for sound land use policy through Amicus Briefs on COAH and Mount Laurel, strengthening the Chapter’s influence within the New Jersey Legislature as it related to housing policy.
Chuck was a key contributor to the 2015 APA Plan4Health initiative, leading the development of a Health & Food Systems Element for Trenton’s Master Plan. This effort catalyzed a statewide health-planning movement, now supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
At the heart of Chuck’s work is a commitment to inclusive, informed planning that empowers communities to shape a healthier, more equitable future for New Jersey.