History

The Association of Town Planning Consultants of Nigeria (ATOPCON) was established in the early 1990’s. Its formation was informed by the need to bring all registered firms of Urban and Regional Planning in Nigeria under one Umbrella. The Association which started with pioneering member firms of less than twenty (20) now has over two hundred (200) forms as member.

ATOPCON has an umbilical cord relationship with the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) and Town Planners Registration Council of Nigeria (TOPREC); the regulatory body for the profession within the period of its establishment. The Association has various policies and programmes that concern physical planning education, research and practice.

The Lagos State Branch is the first and pioneering branch of ATOPCON. The largest concentration of ATOPCON membership with over seventy five firms in the nation’s commercial capital make it to be the most vibrant among other branches.

Membership of the Association

The membership of ATOPCON is open to firms registered to practice as consultants by TOPREC. However, apart from meeting the conditions for registration, intending member firms must also meet the requirements of ATOPCON and submit the application through the State Branch for recommendation.

Management of the Lagos State Branch of ATOPCON

The affairs of the Association in the State are being managed by the Executive Committee comprises of the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, Auditor and Publicity Secretary. This State Executive Committee is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Association.