Services Designed to Move Projects
Forward
Trusted by Communities Nationwide
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"At Hackett Planning, we strive
to create high-quality housing options that are accessible to all."
Lindsay Hackett, Principal Planner
Planning Solutions Rooted in Community and Implementation
Hackett Planning helps communities, organizations, and developers turn ideas into action. Founded by Lindsay Hackett, AICP, the firm specializes in community planning, housing initiatives, development consulting, and public engagement strategies that create meaningful results.
Hackett Planning is a trusted SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) specializing in collaborative partnerships that help project teams meet Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and diversity contracting goals. Our certification not only facilitates compliance on local, state, and federal contracts but also adds value to multidisciplinary project teams through deep expertise in urban planning, housing policy, zoning reform, public engagement, and development project coordination.
Whether guiding a comprehensive plan, navigating development approvals, or facilitating community conversations, Hackett Planning brings practical expertise and collaborative leadership to every project.
Partner Services
Specialized Services Through a Trusted Consultant Network
Hackett Planning connects you with trusted professionals when your project requires expertise beyond core planning and zoning. Through a multidisciplinary consultant network, we can bring together the right specialists in planning, design, engineering, architecture, and development.
Whether you need additional project capacity, specialized expertise, or support building a multidisciplinary team, Hackett Planning helps coordinate the pieces and keep your project moving forward. As a certified WOSB and EDWOSB, we also help firms strengthen their project teams and pursue diversity contracting opportunities.
Pattern Zone Programs - Planning frameworks that support context-sensitive development and neighborhood growth.
Permit-Ready Housing - Streamline housing development with planning strategies designed to simplify the path to permitting.
Form-Based Codes - Development standards focused on the form, design, and function of buildings and public spaces.
Zoning Analysis - Review zoning regulations and identify opportunities, constraints, and development considerations.
Site Planning - Evaluate site opportunities and organize land uses, access, development, and community needs.
Housing Education & Advocacy
for Community Leaders
Practical, expert-led education to help local leaders understand housing policy, zoning reform, and the decisions shaping their communities.
Hackett Planning provides customized presentations, workshops, and training for municipalities, elected officials, planning commissions, nonprofits, and community organizations.
Housing Policy Presentations, Workshops & Training
City Council & Elected Official Presentations
Clear, engaging presentations that help local leaders understand housing trends, policy options, and the potential impacts of development decisions.
Planning Commission & Board Training
Practical training for planning commissioners and appointed boards on housing policy, zoning, development, and community planning.
Planning Staff Training
Professional education on housing best practices, zoning reform, missing middle housing, and other contemporary planning topics.
Community Education & Engagement
Facilitated events that help residents better understand housing policy and participate meaningfully in the planning process.
Custom Housing Policy Workshops
Focused presentations and workshops built around your community's specific housing, development, or planning challenges.
Nonprofit & Advocacy Education
Customized education for nonprofit organizations, housing groups, and advocacy organizations working to improve housing outcomes in their communities.
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Where We've Worked
From county-wide engagement to development research to localized planning projects, the map below shows where Hackett Planning has brought its expertise to communities across the country. Each location reflects work performed by Hackett Planning, independently or alongside multidisciplinary teams.
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"This is the best Planned Development District ordinance I have ever seen. I wish all engineers hired Planners to write these."