The Planning Center

10/03/2026

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09/29/2026

We’re especially proud to have been part of bringing Serpentina, or “Tina” for short, to life! The Planning Center contributed to the landscape architecture and conceptual design of this unique rattlesnake statue, whose name was chosen through a contest held by the Town.

It’s pretty special to see an idea we helped develop become part of the community. 🐍

08/13/2026

04/20/2026

The Planning Center is excited to share the approval of a rezoning project on the east side of Tucson that will allow for 25 new single-family homes off Rosewood Street.

At a time when housing projects often face intense scrutiny, this approval reinforces an important truth: well-designed, fact-based development led by the right team can move forward and make an impact, no matter the project’s size.

Thoughtful infill development is never simple. Navigating differing opinions, misconceptions, and competing voices requires experience and collaboration, but when strong planning guides the process, good outcomes rise to the top. This effort reflects our belief that increasing housing supply through responsible, neighborhood-scaled development is part of the solution, not the problem.

We appreciate the guidance and support of Ward 2 Councilmember Paul Cunningham throughout the process, and the referral and collaboration from John Carroll of Land Advisors Organization. Most importantly, we thank the Property Owner for trusting our team to move this project forward.

We look forward to seeing this project come to fruition and continuing to advocate for practical, well-executed solutions to Tucson’s housing challenges.

04/07/2026

We’re hiring!

The Planning Center is looking for experienced Planners, Designers, and Project Managers to join our team in Downtown Tucson. If you have experience managing projects and a passion for planning and design, we’d love to hear from you.

At The Planning Center, we work on a diverse range of projects, from general plans and master-planned communities to commercial and residential developments, for public, private, and tribal clients throughout Arizona. We’re a small, collaborative, woman-owned firm that values creativity, professionalism, and a strong sense of community.

This is a great opportunity for someone with at least four years of experience who enjoys both managing projects and contributing to meaningful planning and design work.

📍 Tucson, AZ
📄 Submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio (PDF) to: [email protected]

Come grow with us and help shape communities throughout Arizona.

04/07/2026

Last week we celebrated the end of an era. Maria Masque retired after 26 years with The Planning Center and over 36 years as a community planner. We’ll miss her, but are excited for her next chapter. Congrats, Maria!!

04/02/2026

03/30/2026

Nice article in today’s Arizona Daily Star about one of our landscape projects! It’s a subscriber-only article, so if you can’t read it, you can check out the website at rcrcielosonora.com.

https://tucson.com/news/local/subscriber/article_06d5a5a8-699c-4725-b491-d67afb2c191d.html

At the base of the Tortolita Mountains, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dove Mountain, Cielo Sonora offers a collection of luxury villas composed for harmony with the stunning scenery.