What Are Some of City Planning’s Sustainability Efforts?
Los Angeles is leading the charge in addressing local issues related to environmental justice and climate change, with a particular focus on social equity.
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How Does City Planning Recognize the History of African Americans in Los Angeles?
The Lincoln Theater, known as the "West Coast Apollo," served as the musical hub of the Central Avenue jazz corridor from the 1920s to the 1950s, hosting African American entertainers from Duke Ellington to Billie Holiday.
What is Wayfinding?
Wayfinding is an informational system of signs, colors, and other design elements that helps people navigate space, often in an urban environment.
How can land use improve a city’s overall sustainability?
With an eye on equity, inclusivity, and sustainability, planners can have a profound impact on the lives of their citizens, especially when considering how land use impacts so much of what we do.
What is the significance of the Cultural Heritage Commission?
The Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC) is a five-member, mayoral-appointed commission that considers nominations of sites as City Histor
What is a StoryMap?
Combining interactive maps with multimedia content and text to impart information, City Plann
Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Highlight: Former City Planner Raul Escobedo
Hired in the 1970s to engage residents through a cultural and ethnic approach, Raul Escobedo was one of Los Angeles City Planning’s first influential Chicano planners. During his time with the Department, Raul successfully encouraged high numbers of Latino residents to participate in the planning process for the first time.
