It’s easy to take for granted the importance of the planning process. But planning plays an important role in building the communities that make this region great.

The planning department of Beverly Hills, California created this innovative video to explain why land use regulation is an important aspect of our cities.

Planning hasn’t always gotten everything right, but it has built and continues to build a foundation for great spaces and a great region.

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Tagged: beverly hills, california, development, los angeles, planning, video, zoning

Matt Johnson has lived in the Washington area since 2007. He has a Master’s in Planning from the University of Maryland and a BS in Public Policy from Georgia Tech. He lives in Dupont Circle. He’s a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, and is an employee of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation. His views are his own and do not represent those of his employer.