Aims and Scope of Journal of Planning Literature
The Journal of Planning Literature is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes critical review articles and abstracts of recent literature in the field of urban and regional planning. The journal's editor-in-chief is Gulsah Akar (Ohio State University). The journal was established in 1985 and is currently published by SAGE Publications in association with the Ohio State University. Less
Key Metrics
CiteScore 

7.7
Eigenfactor 

0.001 - 0.005
H-Index 

62
Impact Factor 

< 5
SJR 

Q1Geography, Planning and Development

SNIP 

2.78
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Journal of Planning Literature Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1986 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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