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The Town of Ithaca Comprehensive Plan (2014) envisions compact, walkable mixed-use neighborhoods (new urban/traditional neighborhood development) in emerging growth areas close to major employers and activity hubs.
Read MoreThe Town of Dryden seeks to enter into an agreement with a qualified consultant to provide a feasibility study for an approximate 100-acre undeveloped parcel on Route 13 (on the north side of the highway), between the NYSEG building and the Rt. 366 turnoff towards Etna (Tax Map Parcel #44.-1-9).
Read MoreThe City of Cleveland Heights, Ohio is seeking proposals from highly creative and qualified consultants to assist in a comprehensive effort in 2026 to modernize and update its Zoning Code in order to set the City up for future success, while reflecting the sustainability, equity, and historical values of the community.
A copy of the RFP is available via this link:
https://www.clevelandheights.gov/881/Request-For-Proposals
Questions are due on October 30, 2025 (to planning@clevelandheights.gov)
Responses are due by 5 PM EST on November 17, 2025.
The Downtown Committee of Syracuse, Inc. (DCS) is seeking proposals from firms qualified in urban planning, land use planning, data collection analysis, and public engagement to develop a Downtown Vision and Strategic Action Plan for Downtown Syracuse, NY. The plan will explore elements of a master plan including, but not limited to, land use; opportunities for development and investment; public spaces; programming of public space; transportation; leveraging cultural, historic, and natural resources; infrastructure and streetscape; gateways; small area plans such as neighborhood visions; branding and character; and connections with and to neighborhoods adjacent to Downtown.
The City of Ithaca, NY is requesting proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive update of its zoning code. With a grant from the New York State Department of State’s Smart Growth Communities program, the City of Ithaca is rewriting its zoning code to better align with the City’s comprehensive plan and smart growth principles with regulations tailored to the unique characteristics of Ithaca.
Read MoreWe’re soliciting proposals from qualified planning and multidisciplinary teams to lead our Comprehensive Plan Update.
Read MoreThe City of Rochester (City) is seeking proposals from qualified Consultants (“Consultant(s)”) to develop updated Climate Action Plans (CAPs) according to the requirements of the NYS Climate Smart Communities Certification PE2 Action. These services will include completion of updated City of Rochester Community and Government Operations CAPs incorporating public outreach and engagement at various stages of the project. Details are listed in the Work Scope section of this RFP. The anticipated budget for this project is $100,000.
Read MoreDevelopment Chenango Corporation (DCC) is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive Three-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan that identifies opportunities to strengthen and diversify the economy, support business growth and retention, enhance workforce development, and improve quality of life within Chenango County, New York.
Read MoreLewis County is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced firms to update its 2009 Comprehensive Plan pursuant to General Municipal Law §239-D. The Countywide Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan will establish the objectives that the County wants to achieve, and will guide future sustainable growth within the region, enhance the local identity, and protect natural and cultural local resources.
Read MoreThe Village of Moravia has received a grant from the New York State Department of State as part of their New York Forward award, to implement improvements to multiple public facilities including Ethel Fuller Park and 875 feet of streetscape along Cayuga and Main Street. Component 1 of the project involves the improvement of the Main/Cayuga Street streetscape to support local businesses and pedestrian activity. Component 2 of the project proposes the redesign of Ethel Fuller Park to improve safety and better serve community needs. The 3rd component of the project involves day-to-day grant administration to ensure efficient implementation of the first 2 components.
Read MoreThe Town of Amherst requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified planning teams to assist with the management and formulation of a new comprehensive plan and related implementation tools, along with possible revisions to Town regulations and/or processes that will guide development, revitalization and sustainability in Amherst over the next 25 years. The Town’s current plan, the Amherst Bicentennial Comprehensive Plan, was initiated in 2000 and intended to guide its growth through 2018-2020. The Bicentennial Plan has served the Town well, and has been maintained and updated several times. Changing conditions and emerging trends in technology, demographics, housing, economics, mobility, land use, and lifestyles are reshaping communities and their futures. It is time to consider how these trends and others will shape Amherst’s future. The Town has completed a variety of smaller plans and initiatives over the past few years to address some of these and that can inform the new comprehensive plan. Amherst seeks to be at the forefront of understanding and leveraging these trends in order to sustain its success and continue to be a model of innovation, prosperity, and resilience, and a community of choice in the Western New York Region and in New York State.
The City of Cleveland Heights seeks a qualified consultant or consultant team to produce a data-driven Housing Needs Assessment for the City of Cleveland Heights that includes community engagement.
Read MoreThe Seneca Nation Community Planning and Development Department (CPDD) invites qualified individuals and firms to submit proposals to be considered for inclusion in a Contract Grant Writer Pool.
Read MoreAre you passionate about Central New York? Are you an industry leader who has experience solving community and economic development issues in Central New York? Do you have insights and ideas to share on planning and land use topics that affect how and where we live, work, and play? We invite you to submit your proposal to present at the Onondaga County Planning Federation Planning Symposium.
Read MoreThe City of Rome is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide services to develop a redevelopment feasibility analysis for an existing vacant parcel located within the Downtown Rome Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA). The intent of the project is to assess and evaluate redevelopment options for the parcel that leverage existing community economic momentum and which align with the spirit and intent of the site options within the BOA. The project will also include a developer RFP attraction strategy and proposal.
The Town of Berkshire has been awarded an Appalachian Regional Commission READY Local Government grant to develop a master plan for George Smith Park. Therefore, the Town of Berkshire is seeking proposals from experienced firms to conduct an overall assessment of George Smith Park and produce a Master Plan that will be a comprehensive guide for development of the park.
Read MoreParks & Trails New York (PTNY), a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization, invites proposals from qualified firms, nonprofit organizations and institutions of higher learning to develop and conduct a comprehensive economic impact study of the Empire State Trail (EST).
Read MoreGreater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment and investment review to inform the next phase of regional talent strategy.
Read MoreErie County is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to support the Department of Environment and Planning in Community and Stakeholder Engagement and Outreach efforts, including public-facing events and meetings.
The New York Upstate APA's mission is to serve and support the professional, student, and citizen planning community in New York State and to improve the quality of life through the use of planning. APA members seek to implement good planning in their communities and impart the benefits of planning.
The Town of Ithaca Comprehensive Plan (2014) envisions compact, walkable mixed-use neighborhoods (new urban/traditional neighborhood development) in emerging growth areas close to major employers and activity hubs.