Welcome

The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA) is an official Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). We are a 1,100-plus member organization of professional planners and planning officials who serve Massachusetts communities in many ways, at all levels of government, the private sector and not-for-profit organizations.

Mission

The mission of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Planning Association is to enhance and support planning in Massachusetts through education, advocacy, outreach, communication, and provision of services & resources to members and the larger planning community, in a manner that maximizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Learn more about The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA).

2024 SNEAPA Conference!

SNEAPA CONFERENCE – November 7 & 8

Register by October 25th
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The Conference Program, including the Mobile Workshop schedule, is available here.

Click here to register for both days or a single day. 
Member, student and non-member rates are available.
Register by October 25th.

The SNEAPA Conference draws more than 500 planners, engineers, architects, students, and other professionals to share experiences, collaborate, network, and earn maintenance credits for AICP certification. Visit www.sneapa.org to:

Opportunities to network with your peers. Visit sneapa.org to learn more about the reception location, the Armory.

2024 APA-MA Annual Awards Nominations Open!

It is time again to recognize and celebrate recent planning success stories and those who make a difference in the planning profession. The American Planning Association - Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA) is pleased to announce its 2024 APA-MA Awards Program.

Each year APA-MA acknowledges planners and their work through its awards program. The program is designed to recognize an outstanding planning project, special person, or organization for a significant contribution to the field of planning.

This year nominations are being solicited for the following awards:

OUTSTANDING PLANNING                                 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE

Comprehensive Planning                                           Community of the Year
Planning Project                                                          Professional Planner
Transportation & Mobility Planning                       Faye Siegfriedt
Sustainability & Resiliency                                        Elected official of the Year
Social Advocacy                                                           Citizen Planner
Student Project                                                           Distinguished Service
Journalism & Communications                                Emerging/Rising Planner

The APA-MA awards program is open to any individual or planning project in the Commonwealth. Except for the Professional Planner Award, membership in APA and/or the Massachusetts Chapter is not required.

Nominations for the Elected Official of the Year Award are due by September 27th; nominations for all other awards are due by October 25th. To make a nomination, and for all information about the awards process, please see our web page or contact APA-MA Chapter Manager Brian A. Currie, AICP at communications@apa-ma.org

Awards will be presented at the APA-MA Annual Awards on Friday, December 13th at the Publick House, Sturbridge . Save the date! 

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Job Opportunities

  • Assistant Planner – Town of Upton

    Assistant Planner – Town of Upton

    The Town of Upton seeks to fill the full-time benefited position of Assistant Planner to support the planning board, conservation commission and CPC through the Land Use and Inspectional Services Director. Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning or related field and one to three years related experience; or equivalent …Read More »
  • Planner – City of Salem

    Planner – City of Salem

     The City of Salem seeks qualified and highly motivated planner to join 14-person planning and community development department. Duties include providing technical assistance to the Board of Appeals; preparing grant applications; managing projects; undertaking strategic planning initiatives; and working with residents and neighborhood groups. The ideal candidate has strong written …Read More »
  • Urban Planner I – Fisher Associates

    Urban Planner I – Fisher Associates

    Fisher Associates is seeking a full-time Planner to join our Planning Group. The planning team completes a wide range of projects including comprehensive plans, mobility studies, brownfield redevelopment, urban design, land use and zoning, entitlement, grant assistance, economic development, and public engagement. Under general supervision of a Project Manager, this …Read More »
  • Urban Planner Project Manager – Fisher Associates

    Urban Planner Project Manager – Fisher Associates

    At Fisher Associates, our Planning Group is seeking a full-time Project Manager I to join our Planning discipline in either our Rochester, NY office, Buffalo, NY office, Charlotte, NC. The Planning Group completes a wide range of projects including urban design, land use planning, zoning, placemaking, transportation/mobility planning, brownfield redevelopment, …Read More »
  • Livability Planner/Senior Livability Planner – Franklin Regional Council of Governments

    Livability Planner/Senior Livability Planner – Franklin Regional Council of Governments

    The Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG) is seeking a professional with skills and experience in land use, zoning, housing and related disciplines to join our Planning team. Join our friendly and engaging team working on projects that are innovative, creative and have the opportunity to be transformative. The Livability …Read More »
  • Transportation Planner 2 – State of Connecticut Department of Transportation

    Transportation Planner 2 – State of Connecticut Department of Transportation

    The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) is recruiting for two Transportation Planner 2 positions in the Bureau of Policy and Planning, Enterprise GIS, Visualization & Analytics Unit, and the Data Management & Integration Unit, in Newington, Connecticut. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS · Monday – Friday · Full-time (40 hours per …Read More »
  • RFP – Town of Hampton, NH – Zoning Ordinance Audit

    RFP – Town of Hampton, NH – Zoning Ordinance Audit

    The Town of Hampton is soliciting proposals for professional services from qualified consultants interested in conducting an audit of the Town of Hampton Zoning Ordinance. The primary objective is to identify areas for potential revisions or updates to better align Hampton’s Zoning Ordinance with the goals and objectives outlined in …Read More »
  • Director of Planning and Community Development – City of Easthampton

    Director of Planning and Community Development – City of Easthampton

    The City is seeking a skilled professional for the role of Director of Planning and Community Development to help the City fulfill established goals and create a vision for the future. The ideal candidate will have experience overseeing staff, applying for and managing grants, and fostering a sense of community. …Read More »
  • Permitting and Community Development Coordinator – Town of Paxton

    Permitting and Community Development Coordinator – Town of Paxton

    The Town of Paxton seeks a full-time, 40-hour per week, benefited Coordinator. This role manages fire and Building permits and provides support to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Board of Health, and Economic Development Committee. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM-5 PM, and Friday, 9 AM-12 PM, with required …Read More »
  • Town Planner/Community Development Director – Town of Warren, RI

    Town Planner/Community Development Director – Town of Warren, RI

    The Town of Warren, Rhode Island, is taking applications from qualified applicants to serve as Town Planner and community development director. Application and job description is available on the town’s website, www.townofwarren-ri.gov or in the Town Clerk’s Office, 514 Main St., Warren, RI 02885, between the hours of 8:30 A.M …Read More »
  • Assistant Planner – City of Melrose

    Assistant Planner – City of Melrose

    The Assistant Planner assists in the operations of the Office of Planning and Community Development under the direction of the Director of Planning and Community Development and provides a range of development and land-use planning activities, including duties related to administering and staffing land use boards and commissions, performing plan …Read More »
  • Assistant Director, Planning & Economic Development – Town of Shrewsbury

    Assistant Director, Planning & Economic Development – Town of Shrewsbury

    Summary Are you passionate about shaping the future of a vibrant community? Do you thrive on strategic planning, fostering economic growth, and engaging with diverse stakeholders? The Town of Shrewsbury is seeking an innovative and dynamic leader to join our Planning & Economic Development team as the Assistant Director! Why …Read More »

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