The level of maintenance required depends on how the website is set up. In most cases, when urban planners are responsible for website maintenance, the site will use a Content Management System (CMS)—a platform that allows users to create, manage, and update content without coding skills. A CMS is like a digital filing cabinet with pre-labeled folders, allowing you to organize and update website content easily without manually coding everything.
Planners are not expected to modify the website’s code, nor is it recommended. Instead, their role typically involves updating content, ensuring accuracy, and keeping information current. With a CMS-based setup, planners can maintain an effective online presence with minimal technical hurdles.
If working with a planning or tech consultant, planners should request a CMS that allows for the ability to edit planning documents, meeting schedules, and news in real time without relying on a developer.
A popular choice, especially for planners working with a WordPress developer. However, for those managing it alone, challenges such as plugins, security, and ongoing system updates can make maintenance complex and time-consuming.
It is highly customizable with outstanding security and scalability, a reputable CMS for government use. IT support or a Drupal developer is required.
User-friendly, all-in-one website builders, making them ideal for small agencies, individual planners, and community-based projects. They offer drag-and-drop design, built-in hosting, and essential features without requiring coding skills. It is limited to large-scale projects such as GIS integration or advanced data management.
A free, no-code builder that is best suited for content-based planning projects and small-scale information sites. It seamlessly integrates with various Google products, such as doc, map, drive, and maps