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Urban Planner

An Urban Planner develops plans and policies for how land is used in cities, towns, and regions, working with GIS software to analyze zoning regulations and land use patterns. This professional balances public policy goals with community engagement, holding public meetings and gathering input to shape decisions on housing, transportation, and development projects. Urban planners typically work for municipal governments, planning consultancies, or regional agencies and hold a master's degree in urban planning.

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