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The Utah Planner
Stay informed on the latest changes shaping planning in Utah. The March 2026 issue of Utah Planner highlights key legislative updates from this year’s session, including new housing tools, changes to planning processes, and evolving requirements for commissions and ethics.
April 27, 2026
Policy/Legislative
Legislative Wrap-Up Workshop
This workshop will provide an opportunity for Utah planners to meet and discuss recent changes to state statute. We will spend some time discussing the new detached ADU requirements for Utah’s cities and towns, the training requirements for Planning Commissioners, and any other topics you wish to discuss!
April 22, 2026
Policy/Legislative
Call for Nominations Open Through May 8, 2026
Serving as an elected leader in APA offers a tremendous opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your networks, and work directly to strengthen the impact of the organization.
March 31, 2026
Planning News
The Utah Planner
Stay informed on the latest changes shaping planning in Utah. The March 2026 issue of Utah Planner highlights key legislative updates from this year’s session, including new housing tools, changes to planning processes, and evolving requirements for commissions and ethics.
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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on January 7, 2026
UDOT announces plan to tame ski traffic in Little Cottonwood Canyon »
Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on December 17, 2025
How Utah could someday be connected by 3,100 miles of trails »
Published by KSL on October 29, 2025
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