Writing is a key skill for planners, who frequently have to communicate research findings and proposals via written reports to city leaders and the public. Planetizen Courses brings you expert instruction to improve your writing skills and learn to edit your writing as well as others’ for style and clarity.
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Legal Issues in Sign Codes
Instructor: James Carpentier
This course provides basic knowledge of the legal issues involved in sign codes, focusing on constitutionally-compliant sign codes in the aftermath of U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in Reed v Town of Gilbert
Planning and the Law: Procedural Due Process
Instructor: Thomas Hawkins
The United States Constitution protects rights to "due process." In a land use law context, due process is why local governments must treat legislative and quasi-judicial decision making differently. At the end of this course, students will be able to differentiate between legislative and quasi-judicial decisions and to understand the due process implications of the distinction.