"Land Use Planning Made Plain" is a practical guide for anyone involved in making decisions about how land is used. The author, Hok-Lin Leung, focuses on city planning and provides a clear step-by-step process for creating and implementing land use plans. The book draws from various planning systems to develop coherent principles and addresses current debates in land planning. By emphasizing the importance of understanding the purpose and skills needed for planning, the book aims to help planners make responsible and effective decisions to meet human needs.