Welcome to the Washington Chapter of the
American Planning Association

The Washington Chapter of the American Planning Association provides leadership in the development of great communities for all by promoting education and empowerment, advocating excellence in community planning, and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change. Our members include professional planners working for local governments, state agencies, consulting firms, and others, planning commissioners, and anyone else with an interest in planning.

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Save the Date for APA WA 2026

Registration for the 2026 APA WA Annual Conference on October 7–9, 2026, in Vancouver, Washington, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, will soon open.

Submit your session proposal for APA WA 2026! Deadline to submit a proposal is May 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PT).

About the Washington Chapter of the
American Planning Association

Our Mission: APA Washington provides leadership in the development of vital communities, advocates excellence in planning, empowers communities, and provides opportunities for planners' education and professional development. 

Our Purpose: The purposes of the Chapter are to facilitate the individual participation of members of the American Planning Association, to conduct the affairs of the Association, and to further the purposes of the Association in the Chapter area.

Our Vision: APA Washington is a professional network of engaged and diverse planners who foster understanding, participation and leadership in promoting livable, sustainable communities for everyone.