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WhatisaCompPlan?
Zoning&LandDevelopmentCodes Planning&DevelopmentReview
ZoningCodesvs.BuildingCodes
Broughttoyouby theFloridaChapter oftheAmerican PlanningAssociation
Throughreal-world contextsandexplanations, thiscatalogueservesas aninvitationtohelp designamorethoughtful, connected,andresilient future!
ManagingPublic Hearings&Politics
Transportation101 GISBasics
Why YOU Should Read It!
Whetheryou’reanewcomertoplanningor lookingtostrengthenyourfoundation,this catalogueisyourgo-toguidefor understandingthebasicsofurbanplanning andregionaldesign CreatedbytheAPA FloridaChapterOrlandoMetroSection,this isdesignedtobeanintroductionfornew planners,engagedcommunitymembers, students,citizenboardmembers,and anyoneelsewhoholdsacuriosityforthe coreconceptsthatdrivelocalplanning processes.Coveringawiderangeoftopics, thisprovidesthetoolstobecomeamore informedandeffectiveparticipantin planning.
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This lecture offers a clear and accessible foundation for understanding how communities grow and develop. Through an explanation of Florida’s urban and regional planning history, it highlights the neccessity of comprehensive plans and its influence on land use and community design. Viewers will gain insight into how planning tools guide everything in planning, from neighborhood development, to transportation systems. By breaking down each element of a comp plan, this lecture benefits anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the policies that shape our local communities.
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Nicolas Thalmueller, AICP JessicaFrye, AICP
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This lecture introduces the fundamentals of zoning and land development, which is the foundation for any community growth. Viewers will gain insight about which types of buildings can be built, where at, and under what conditions. This session also covers how different forms of zoning can influence a town’s development and how codes change over time, evolving in relation to public needs. It serves as a valuable guide to the decision-making frameworks behind land use. It’s an essentil starting point for undertanding how community growth is regulated and how it directly impacts the places we live.
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Speaker: AnochWhitfield
This lecture explains how local governments apply zoning and land development codes to individual projects, introducing the essential processes behind reviewing and regulating new developments. It highlights collaboration among planners, policies, and state agencies to ensure each proposed project meets established codes and requirements. Viewers will explore each step of the development review process, from application submission to final approval, gaining a clear understanding of how local governments manage growth to create safe, functional, and well-designed communities.
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PurposeofBuildingCode
Speaker: ShaneGerwig
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This lecture offers a deeper understanding of the critical distinction between zoning and building codes, focusing on how these systems work together. This session dives into the history and evolving nature of Florida building codes, explains its structure into different volumes, and addresses each element. It also covers the legal foundations for codes, including Florida statutes and the integration of ADA requirements. Together, these highlight the broader goals involved in planning, offering meaningful insight into the rules that esure buildings are not only well-placed but also safe and accessible.
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Speaker: AlissaBarberTorres, PhD,FAICP,CLTD
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This presentation provides an introductory overview of transportation planning. It highlights standards from the Florida Green book and FDOT Design Manual, stressing the importance of jurisdictionspecific codes and compliance. It also gives insight on integrating land use and transportation to ensure connectivity and accessibility, especially for pedestrians. Overall, it emphazies inclusive, datadriven planning for a future-ready transportatin system. This lecture is a vital resource for anyone interested in the standards applied to shaping safe and connected communities.
Speaker: MichaelGilbrook
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This presentation is a valuable introduction to geographic information systems. It covers its fundamentals including data types, software platforms, map projections, and real-world planning applications. Viewers will explore tools like ArcGIS Online to perform analyses on zoning compliance, public safety, and land use. Emphasizing practical skills and accessible data sources, the session equips participants to use GIS for more informed, datadriven decision-making in urban planning.
Speaker: HeatherUrwiller, AICP,CFM
This presentation offers essential guidance for navigating the complex dynamics of public hearings and politics involved in urban planning. It emphasizes building relationships, effective communication, and the ethical conuct required when working with people like public citizens, local government officials, and even stakeholders. Designed to encourage and understand local political structures, this session highlights the human side of planning and the importance of preparation and trust when involved in public-facing roles. Key Points: WorkingwithApplicants PublicNotice/Agenda
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