Citizen Planner Online Core Modules:
Which Each module is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience, whether you are a new planning official or an experienced planner looking for a refresher. Register online now!
Module 1: Planning Official Roles & Responsibilities
Offers an introduction to the world of planning, who planners are, what they do and how they do it. The units within this module focus on the history and the future of planning, making ethical decisons and smart growth. Learn More
Module 2: Legal Foundations
Discover the legal aspects of planning. The units within this module focus on history as well as current court cases affecting the field of planning. Learn More
Module 3: The Comprehensive Plan
Learn what a comprehensive plan is and how it should be used. Units within this module focus on why the plan is created, how land uses are defined and how they are designated. Learn More
Module 4: The Planning Process
Gain a complete understanding of the planning process. The units within this module present five phases of the planning process and the role each phases plays. Learn More
Module 5: Zoning Tools and Techniques
Learn how to use zoning to positively shap a community. Units within this module will help you execute your zoning responsibilities such as site plans, planned unit developments and subdivisions. Learn More
Module 6: The Zoning Processes
Discover what zoning options are available to use in implementing a comprehensive plan. Units within this module will consider several zoning related processes, including amendments, variances and enforcement. Learn More
Module 7: The Art of Community Planning
Experience the human side of community planning. Units within this module will help planners deal with common issues, such as running effective meetings and working more efficiently. Learn More
