Membership
Join NYPF today to access expert training, exclusive resources, and a statewide network that strengthens your community's planning efforts.
Suitable for
Municipalities and counties- Professional firms, consultants, businesses
- Economic development / planning agencies
- Universities, educational institutions, libraries
- Nonprofit organizations
- Students
- Engaged citizens / community members
The Benefits of Joining the NYPF
Our current membership includes more than 5,000 individuals representing more than 400 municipalities and 100 organizations across New York State. Upon joining NYPF (New York Planning Federation), members receive the following benefits:
Free access to online and recorded training
All webinars, recorded modules, and training sessions are included as part of membership.
Discounted rates
Discounted rates on additional trainings, publications, and at the annual conference.
Members-only content & resources
The website features a “members only” section that includes training modules on SEQR, planning board & ZBA duties, site plan review, comprehensive planning, and other essential topics.
Technical assistance and support
Members can call or email for help on specific planning, zoning, or land-use issues, e.g. audits, code reviews, RFP preparation, outreach.
Newsletter & communications
Members receive “Planning News” and regular updates on legislation, case law, trends, and federation news.
Network & peer exchange
Access to a statewide network of municipalities, planners, officials, consultants, and allied professionals to exchange ideas and best practices.
Certification / credit opportunities
Certification / credit opportunities at the annual conference — the NYPF conference is a major training event and offers credit (for planning board, ZBA, etc.).
Advocacy & legislative awareness
Being part of a statewide federation gives you voice in broad planning/land use issues across New York. (Implicit in the mission of NYPF)
Membership levels and pricing
Municipal Dues are set according to population, while others pay a flat fee. Members supply NYPF with the names and email addresses of individuals who will receive notifications on upcoming webinars, recorded content, E-news, and who will have access to the members-only portion of our website.
| Municipal Population | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| Less than 10,000 | $295.00 |
| 10,000 - 19,999 | $325.00 |
| 20,000 - 49,999 | $350.00 |
| 50,000 - 99,999 | $400.00 |
| 100,000 - 199,999 | $475.00 |
| 200,000 + | $500.00 |
| Professional Firm | $475.00 |
| Individual/Non-Profit | $125.00 |
| Library | $75.00 |
| Students | Free |
I have presented several trainings for the New York Planning Federation. Each time, I was impressed by their professionalism and dedication to their members. They continually seek out new topic areas in order to provide the highest quality trainings on areas of greatest interest to their membership.
Jennifer Michelle, MPH, Director, GreenTown Consulting