AICP Plan and Policy Development 2

Question 1

Which type of plan establishes long-term goals for physical development and land use within a jurisdiction?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive plan

Answer

A comprehensive plan (also called a general plan or master plan) establishes the long-term vision and goals for physical development and land use.

Question 2

In policy development, what does the term 'sunset provision' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A clause that terminates a policy on a specific date unless renewed

Answer

A sunset provision is a clause that automatically terminates a law, regulation, or policy on a specified date unless affirmatively renewed by the governing body.

Question 3

Which planning document typically guides the prioritization and funding of public infrastructure projects over a 5-6 year horizon?

Accepted Answer

Capital improvement plan (CIP)

Answer

A Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) schedules and budgets public infrastructure investments—roads, utilities, parks—over a 5-6 year period.

Question 4

The 'rational comprehensive model' of planning is primarily criticized for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

It assumes perfect information and unlimited analytical capacity

Answer

Critics argue the rational comprehensive model is unrealistic because planners rarely have perfect information, unlimited time, or the analytical capacity it assumes.

Question 5

A policy requiring new residential developments to set aside a percentage of units as affordable housing is known as:

Accepted Answer

Inclusionary zoning

Answer

Inclusionary zoning policies require that a portion of new residential developments be made available as affordable housing units.

AICP - American Institute of Certified Planners Practice Test

AICP - American Institute of Certified Planners Practice Test

AICP Plan and Policy Development 2