Mandating Training For Planning Commissioners

In a what may be a developing nationwide trend, Tennessee has created state legislation that requires training for members of planning commissions.

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December 19, 2002, 1:00 PM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen

"The topics for which planning commissioners must receive training include: land-use planning, zoning, floodplain management, transportation, community parliamentary procedure, public hearing procedure, land-use law, natural resources and agriculture land conservation, economic development, housing, public buildings, land subdivision, and powers and duties of the planning commission."

Thanks to American Planning Association

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