Planning Ethics (In Progress)

Question 1

What are the 5 sections of the AICP Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?

Answer 1

A: Principles to Which We Aspire
B: Our Rules of Conduct
C: Advisory Opinions
D: Adjudication of Complaints of Misconduct
E: Discipline of Members

Question 2

What is our primary obligation as planners and active participants in the planning process?

Answer 2

to serve the public interest

Question 3

What are the principles to which we aspire?

Answer 3

1. Continuously pursue and faithfully serve the public interest.
2. Participate with integrity.
3. Work to achieve economic, social and racial equity.
4. Safeguard the public trust.
5. Improve planning knowledge and increase public
   understanding of planning activities.

Question 4

What are the categories of the rules of conduct?

Answer 4

1. Quality and integrity of practice
2. Conflict of interest
3. Improper influence / abuse of position
4. Honesty and fair dealing
5. Responsibility to employer
6. Discrimination / harassment
7. Bringing a charge / lack of cooperation with ethics officer