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Community Planning: An Introduction to the Comprehensive Plan, Second Edition,New
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This book introduces community planning as practiced in the United States, focusing on the comprehensive plan. Sometimes known by other namesespecially master plan or general planthe type of plan described here is the predominant form of general governmental planning in the U.S. Although many government agencies make plans for their own programs or facilities, the comprehensive plan is the only planning document that considers multiple programs and that accounts for activities on all land located within the planning area, including both public and private property.Written by a former president of the American Planning Association, Community Planning is thorough, specific, and timely. It addresses such important contemporary issues as sustainability, walkable communities, the role of urban design in public safety, changes in housing needs for a changing population, and multimodal transportation planning. Unlike competing books, it addresses all of these topics in the context of the local comprehensive plan.There is a broad audience for this book: planning students, practicing planners, and individual citizens who want to better understand local planning and land use controls. Boxes at the end of each chapter explain how professional planners and individual citizens, respectively, typically engage the issues addressed in the chapter. For all readers, Community Planning provides a pragmatic view of the comprehensive plan, clearly explained by a respected authority.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics does 'Community Planning: An Introduction to the Comprehensive Plan' cover? A: 'Community Planning' addresses several contemporary issues including sustainability, walkable communities, urban design, housing needs, and multi-modal transportation planning, all within the context of local comprehensive plans.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Eric Damian Kelly, a former president of the American Planning Association.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in community planning? A: Yes, the book is suitable for a broad audience, including planning students, practicing planners, and individuals interested in understanding local planning and land use controls.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Community Planning' is available in a paperback format, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 424 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of community planning.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition upon arrival.
- Q: When was the second edition of this book published? A: The second edition of 'Community Planning' was published on September 29, 2009.
- Q: Does the book provide practical examples? A: Yes, the book includes boxes at the end of each chapter that explain how both professional planners and citizens typically engage with the issues discussed.
- Q: Is there any specific audience this book targets? A: The book targets planning students, practicing planners, and citizens who want to gain a better understanding of local planning and land use regulations.
- Q: How does this book differ from other community planning books? A: Unlike competing titles, 'Community Planning' addresses various contemporary issues specifically in the context of local comprehensive plans, making it a unique resource for understanding the planning process.