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Perth Amboy Transit Hub

posted on April 25th, 2024  |  Read more

In October 2022 the City of Perth Amboy was selected for a Transit Hub Volunteer Planning Project. The selection was made by the two organizations that would oversee the work, […]

Tom Dallessio Named AICP Fellow

posted on April 25th, 2024  |  Read more

APA New Jersey is thrilled to announce Tom Dallessio, APA New Jersey Vice President of Policy, was inducted into the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Certified Planners at the 2024 National Planning Conference, the highest honor AICP bestows upon a member.

Spring 2024 PP Exam Prep Course

posted on April 9th, 2024  |  Read more

The Spring 2024 PP Exam Prep Course will occur on Saturday, May 4, from 9:00 AM to 4 PM. It will cover general exam topics, including the State Plan, County Planning Act, environmental regulations, affordable housing, Planning Board and Board of Adjustment activities, MLUL, regional planning entities, and more.

Registration is Now Open!

posted on April 3rd, 2024  |  Read more

Join us on June 5-7 for the 2024 New Jersey Planning and Redevelopment Conference! NJPRC24 will feature 37 sessions, 150+ speakers, and bring together hundreds of visionary professionals, elected officials, and community activists who share a passion and commitment to the Garden State. Don’t wait, purchase your all-access pass today!

Affordable Housing Legislation (Final Update)

posted on March 20th, 2024  |  Read more

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Governor Murphy signed A4/S50 into law. While APA New Jersey was successful in better connecting affordable housing to statewide planning, we continue to have concerns about the proposed methodology for the Fourth Round.

2024 Trend Report for Planners

posted on February 1st, 2024  |  Read more

The third Trend Report for Planners was developed by APA in partnership with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. As in previous years, the 2024 Trend Report features a list of over 100 existing, emerging, and potential future trends identified as relevant to planning. The trends are structured within three timeframes (Act Now, Prepare, Learn and Watch), which indicate the urgency of planners’ action.

Congratulations: New AICP Members

posted on January 12th, 2024  |  Read more

The American Institute of Certified Planners provides the only nationwide, independent verification of planners’ qualifications. Certified planners pledge to uphold high standards of practice, ethics, and professional conduct, and to keep their skills sharp and up to date by continuously pursuing advanced professional education.