The stamp on this cover was Issued for the International Conference of the American Institute of Planners, this stamp publicizes the importance of urban planning and development. The Dark blue, light blue and black 5cent stamp was issued on 2.10.1967 at Washington, DC.
Urban planning is a combination of science and art that seeks to organize all related features of a city. The goal of urban planning is to manage land use, transportation systems, and public works in a way that results in a compact downtown business area, mixed residential neighborhoods, and a minimal amount of urban sprawl. Portland, Oregon, is often referred to as a model of successful urban planning.
