Certifications

Vernon Land Use, LLC maintains several certifications which enable partner firms to meet Pennsylvania and federal requirements for small and women owned business participation.  The firm also maintains planning and economic development credentials.  

Pennsylvania Small Diverse Business

Vernon Land Use is certified as a Small Diverse Business under the Pennsylvania Department of General Services Small Business Procurement Initiative.  

Pennsylvania Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Vernon Land Use is certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) through the Pennsylvania Unified Certification Program (PA UCP).  PA UCP certification documents that the firm meets the DBE definition requirements established by the U.S Department of Transportation in Title 49, Part 26 of the Code of Federal Regulations. 

 NAICS Codes

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

AICP certification is the national designation which demonstrates experience in the planning profession. In Pennsylvania, AICP  certification is routinely required by regional and county planning organizations and consulting firms to show professional planning expertise.

New Jersey Licensed Professional Planner 

New Jersey is one of two states in the country which require a license to practice professional planning.

NDC Economic Development Finance Professional

National Development Council (NDC) Economic Development Finance Professional certification requires successful completion of a four part economic development training course and continuing education to maintain the certification.