25 Most Influential Planners

The American Planning Association publishes a list of the 25 most influential planners prior to 1978.

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September 13, 2004, 5:00 AM PDT

The APA identifies 25 individuals who significantly influenced the practice of planning before APA was established. The list begins with Hippodamus (5th century), who introduced order and regularity into the planning of cities, and ends with Paul Davidoff (1930-1984), who founded the Suburban Action Institute which challenged exclusionary zoning in the courts, winning a notable success in the Mt. Laurel case.

Thanks to Chris Steins

FULL STORY: Individuals Who Influenced Planning Before 1978

Sunday, September 12, 2004 in American Planning Association

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