The Georgia Planning Association

The Georgia Planning Association is an official Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). We’re a 1,100-plus member organization of professional planners and planning officials who serve Georgia’s communities in many ways, at all levels of government, the private sector and not-for-profit organizations. The GPA will continue to provide a place where planners can share their expertise and ideas with policymakers and the general public for the benefit of Georgia and its citizens.

Upcoming Events

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November 19
GPA facilitates an annual Mentor Program. The 2026 program will run from January to June. The program has a flexible format so that senior mentors, mid-career planners, and emerging professionals...
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December 9
The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The...
December 9
The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The...
December 12
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams. Please email Erin Thoresen, chair to get on the list for the...

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Current News

National APA/Rutgers Solar Survey for Planners
Nov 6, 2025
Large-scale solar energy is growing, but comes with major siting challenges. Rutgers University and APA are conducting...
President’s Message – November
Nov 3, 2025
As we begin the month of Thanksgiving, I would like to take a moment to give thanks to all of you who have actively...
Two Georgia Projects Receive National APA Awards
Nov 3, 2025
Gwinnett County, Georgia received the Daniel Burnham Award for a Comprehensive Plan for the Gwinnett County 2045...
Welcome to New Board Members
Nov 3, 2025
As we prepare for 2026 GPA activities, we would like to take the opportunity to welcome our three new board members:...

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