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eISSN: 1741-3052pISSN: 1473-0952
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Aims and Scope of Planning Theory
Planning Theory is a quarterly peer-reviewed academic journal that covers the field of city planning and land development. The editor-in-chief is Michael Gunder (University of Auckland) . The journal was established in 2002 and is published by Sage Publications. Less
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6.3
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Q1Geography, Planning and Development
SNIP
2.5
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Planning Theory Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 2002 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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