American Planning Association AICP Exam - Topic 6 Question 83 Discussion

Actual exam question for American Planning Association's AICP exam

Question #: 83
Topic #: 6

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You are a planner in a city that has recently opened a new shelter for homeless people. The shelter opens each evening during the winter and provides a place for people to sleep during the night in dormitory-style rooms with cots. Some community members would like the shelter closed because they feel that the large number of people who congregate on the sidewalks near the shelter as they wait for it to open pose a threat to public safety. Your planning director decides to address these concerns by classifying the shelter as a hotel. The planning director knows that the zoning ordinance specifies that a hotel must provide private sleeping quarters, which the shelter does not. By classifying the shelter as a hotel, the planning director is taking steps to close the shelter based on the ground that it is in violation of the zoning ordinance. What might you do first?

AYou might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. For example, you might locate a space where people may wait indoors until the shelter opens. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision. You base your next move on your findings

BYou might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision.

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Samira

3 months ago

Not sure if moving the shelter is the right solution. What about the people who need it?

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Leonora

3 months ago

I think finding an indoor waiting space could really help!

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Fletcher

3 months ago

Wait, classifying it as a hotel? That seems sketchy...

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Haley

4 months ago

I totally agree, we need to understand all sides before making a decision.

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Lashon

4 months ago

Sounds like a tough situation, but gathering info first is key.

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Tequila

4 months ago

I’m a bit confused about the zoning laws. I wonder if classifying the shelter as a hotel is even legal. It seems like a tricky situation that needs careful consideration.

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Vallie

4 months ago

I feel like both options are similar, but I think talking to the planning director is key. We practiced a case where communication was essential for understanding the reasoning behind decisions.

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Lorrine

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think option A might be better because it mentions finding alternative locations, which could help address the community's concerns.

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Kaitlyn

5 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of gathering information first in similar scenarios. It seems crucial to understand all perspectives before making a decision.

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Myra

5 months ago

This is a tough one. I'm a bit concerned about the planning director's decision to classify the shelter as a hotel, as that seems like it could be a way to unfairly close it down. I'll need to really dig into the zoning ordinance and understand the reasoning behind this move.

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Edna

5 months ago

Okay, I see the dilemma here. I think the first step is to gather more details, like you said. I want to find out if there are any feasible alternative locations for the shelter and whether the operators are aware of them. That will help me determine the best course of action.

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Hillary

5 months ago

Hmm, this is a complex issue. I'm a bit confused about why the planning director is trying to classify the shelter as a hotel. I'll need to dig deeper into the zoning ordinance and talk to the shelter operators to get a better handle on the situation.

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Margot

5 months ago

This is a tricky situation, but I think the key is to gather more information first before taking any action. I want to make sure I fully understand the reasoning behind the planning director's decision and explore any alternative options for the shelter.

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Son

5 months ago

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Alishia

1 year ago

I agree, we need to gather as much information as possible. The safety of the community is important, but so is ensuring that the homeless have a place to stay. This is a balancing act, and we need to tread carefully.

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Leslie

1 year ago

B) Yes, it's crucial to consider all aspects before making a decision that could impact both the community and the homeless population. We must find a solution that works for everyone involved.

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Dierdre

1 year ago

A) You might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision.

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Miesha

1 year ago

B) I agree, we need to gather as much information as possible. The safety of the community is important, but so is ensuring that the homeless have a place to stay. This is a balancing act, and we need to tread carefully.

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Justine

1 year ago

A) You might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. For example, you might locate a space where people may wait indoors until the shelter opens. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision. You base your next move on your findings

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Valentin

1 year ago

Haha, classifying a shelter as a hotel? That's some real creative thinking right there. I wonder if they'll start serving continental breakfast next.

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Maybelle

1 year ago

B) Absolutely, communication with all parties involved is key in situations like this.

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Winfred

1 year ago

A) I agree, it's important to gather all the necessary information before making a decision like this.

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Tamesha

1 year ago

B) Yeah, it's definitely a unique solution. I hope they consider all the implications before moving forward with it.

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Dorothy

1 year ago

A) That's definitely an interesting approach to the situation. I wonder how the shelter operators feel about this decision.

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Winifred

1 year ago

Absolutely, we can't just take the planning director's word for it. There could be alternative solutions that we haven't considered yet. This is a delicate issue, and we need to handle it with care.

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Izetta

1 year ago

B) You might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision.

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Soledad

1 year ago

A) You might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. For example, you might locate a space where people may wait indoors until the shelter opens. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision. You base your next move on your findings

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Caitlin

1 year ago

Let's talk to the shelter operators and see if they are aware of any alternative locations.

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Oretha

1 year ago

I agree, we need to gather more information before making any decisions.

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Shanda

2 years ago

This is a tricky situation. I think gathering more information is the way to go. We need to understand the full context before making any decisions that could impact the shelter and its residents.

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Nadine

1 year ago

A) I agree, gathering more information is crucial in this situation. We need to have a clear understanding before taking any action that could impact the shelter and the people it serves.

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Natalya

1 year ago

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Jerry

1 year ago

A) You might gather additional information about the situation to be sure you fully understand it. You might find out if alternative locations for the shelter are feasible and if the shelter operators are aware of these alternatives. For example, you might locate a space where people may wait indoors until the shelter opens. You also might talk to the planning director about the situation so that you understand the reasoning behind the decision. You base your next move on your findings

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Walton

2 years ago

We should make sure the shelter operators are aware of any alternatives and work towards finding a solution that addresses the concerns of the community.

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