About Urban Planning

(for Urban Vision project)

Urban problems posted by Frank&Hanndy

Planners have as mission to improve public and private development decisions which affect people, places and the environment. To do this, planners must have knowledge and experience in a wide range of topics. As a planner, you may:

• Recommend policy and guidelines on land use, environmental conservation, housing, and transportation;
• Do research and prepare reports on demographic, economic, cultural, social and environmental issues;
• Review proposals for development to ensure that they follow regulations and generally accepted planning practice;
• Prepare plans for developing private lands, providing public spaces and services and maintaining and improving the environment;
• Answer questions from the public on planning policies and procedures;
• Speak before public meetings or formal hearings;
• Consult with landowners, interest groups and citizens.