Jason Burton

Assistant City Planning Division Manager at City of Orlando

Jason Burton is an experienced urban planner and municipal administrator with a significant career in city planning and development. He has held several key positions in various cities, demonstrating a progression in his career and expertise in urban planning and management.

Career Progression

Jason Burton's career spans over 25 years in urban planning and city management. His most recent positions include:

Growth Management Director at the City of Altamonte Springs (current position as of 2022)1 7
Assistant City Planning Division Manager at the City of Orlando (2019-2022)4 5 7
Chief City Planner at the City of Orlando (2006-2019)4

Experience at the City of Orlando

Jason had a long tenure with the City of Orlando, serving for over 18 years in various capacities.1 His roles included:

Assistant Planning Director
City's Zoning Official
Manager of the Transportation Planning Bureau1

In 2019, he was promoted to Planning Assistant Division Manager following the retirement of Dean Grandin, the previous Planning Division Manager.6

Areas of Expertise

Jason Burton's specialties include:

Vision plans for city sectors
Urban design
Transportation planning
Downtown redevelopment3

Previous Work Experience

Before joining the City of Orlando, Jason's career included:

Land Development Planner
Downtown Redevelopment Specialist
Transportation Manager2
Work experience with the City of San Jose, California3

Professional Qualifications

Jason Burton holds several professional certifications, as indicated by his LinkedIn username:

AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners)
CNU-A (Congress for the New Urbanism-Accredited)
LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional)1 3

These certifications demonstrate his commitment to sustainable and innovative urban planning practices.

Jason Burton's extensive experience in urban planning and his progression through various roles in city management highlight his expertise and dedication to the field of urban development and city planning.