LA Planning District 4 Supports Regional Economic Development in Acadiana

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Economic development in Acadiana is accomplished through bringing together the 7 parishes to explore opportunities and challenges that extend beyond individual community boundaries. The district serves Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and Vermilion parishes. Louisiana established economic planning districts in the 1970s to provide a coordinated approach to growth and development issues affecting both urban and rural communities.

How does regional planning address economic development in Acadiana?

Through LA Planning District 4, the Acadiana Planning Commission (APC) can coordinate multi-parish planning efforts, pool resources, and help communities address shared needs. This regional approach allows local governments and economic development partners to work together on issues and opportunities that impact a broader area. By connecting communities and resources across parish lines, APC supports planning and promotes long-term economic development in Acadiana.  

Explore LA Planning District 4 and learn more about the seven parishes served by the Acadiana Planning Commission. 

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