At the Crossroads

Exploring the Intersection of Planning, Preservation, & Change

In 2023, the APA Urban Design and Preservation Division partnered with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions to explore the intersection of planning, preservation, and change. The initiative features joint educational webinars, in-person conference panels, and an update of APA’s historic preservation policies and advocacy positions.

Interested in participating? Complete our initiative contact form!

APA Historic and Cultural Resources Policy Update

Our Division is working with the APA Legislative Policy Committee on opportunities to update the 1997 APA Historic and Cultural Resources Policies to more effectively advocate for preservation and planning at the federal and state levels. The update would help decision-makers consider and incorporate historic resources in a more integrative way aligned with today’s critical planning issues:

  • Housing Production
  • Zoning & Regulatory Reform
  • Climate Change & the Environment
  • Hazard Mitigation
  • Economic Development
  • Equity

We're looking for volunteers who have an interest in participating in this effort.


Learn More

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Project Resources

APA Policy Guide on Historic and Cultural Resources (Adopted 1997)

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INITIATIVE WEBINARS


The Relevancy Guidebook: How We Can Transform the Future of Preservation

with Bonnie McDonald, CEO & President, Landmark Illinois

Friday, May 3, 2024 | 1 PM - 2:30 PM ET

Download Report

Download Presentation

Planning, Preservation, and Change: The Federal Perspective

with Sara Bronin, Chair, Advisory Council for Historic Preservation

Friday, May 31, 2024 | 1 PM - 2:30 PM ET

Planning, Preservation & Change: How Planning and Preservation Can Work Together to Create Great Places


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Planning, Preservation & Change: An Effective Planning Tool


OTHER WEBINARS AND RESOURCES


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Affordable Housing and Historic Preservation: Opportunities in 2024 (National Trust for Historic Preservation Forum)


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ACHP Housing and Historic Preservation Policy Statement

Read Policy Statement

Read APA Comment Letter on Draft ACHP Housing and Historic Preservation Policy Statement


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ACHP Climate Change and Historic Preservation Policy Statement

Read Policy Statement


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ACHP Chair’s Report: Reviewing and Modernizing Federal Historic Preservation Standards

Read Chair's Report