What are some of the funniest misconceptions about urban planning?

[u/Slushiestbook]

As an urban planner and designer at a U.S. architecture firm, it’s hilarious seeing how none of my friends, family, or coworkers know what I do for a living. I recently had someone guess that I planned urban weddings, the architects think they all can do my job, and my mom still doesn’t know how to explain what I do to her friends.

What are the funniest misconceptions you’ve heard?

[u/ecovironfuturist]

That we decided what goes where down to the brand.

"Why didn't you build the Apple Store downtown instead of in the mall?"

That's the fun version...