Palette of Possibilities: The Art of Planning - FPZA 2026 Annual Conference

Schedule

Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota | Sarasota, FL

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About this Event

Welcome to the Palette of Possibilities: The Art of Planning - FPZA 2026 Annual Conference! Join us at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on May 27 - May 29 for three days of innovative discussions on planning and zoning topics, networking with other industry professionals, and opportunities to explore downtown Sarasota!


For hotel reservations: https://book.passkey.com/go/FloridaPlanningandZoning


Conference registration will open the morning of Wednesday, May 27th with the Welcome Lunch at noon. Evening receptions will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, after sessions - guests are welcome to attend, but additional receptions tickets are required.

The annual FPZA awards lunch will be held at noon on the final day of the conference , May 29th. Guest tickets for the awards lunch may be purchased with registration.

Full conference/day registration includes lunches and receptions for the ticket holder. Please only purchase additional reception/lunch tickets if you are planning on bringing a guest.

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*Retiree/Veteran discounts available by emailing [email protected]. Please provide proof of retirement/veteran status. Must be in good-standing with organization dues and an FPZA member for at least 1 year.

**Registration is refundable (less a $75 processing fee) if cancelled by May 20th. No refunds will be issued if cancelled after May 20th.


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The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, United States

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USD 35.00 to USD 500.00

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