On 6th August 6th, 2024 the public consultation on the PlanCayman iniative will draw to a close, with last Wednesday’s North Side meeting the final of the first round of public consultations.
A statement from the Ministry of Planning, Agriculture, Housing, Infrastructure, Transport & Development said the input gathered so far had been instrumental in shaping the future of the Cayman Islands.
“Throughout this journey, we have focused on updating the Draft Planning Statement, which is the first of three critical steps in revising our National Development Plan. Your feedback has been pivotal in guiding this process, and as we move forward, your continued involvement remains essential,” the Ministry stated.
Looking ahead, the Ministry is planning to take a number of steps to complete the PlanCayman journey. Initially, they intend to finalise the Planning Statement, integrating the community’s feedback to define land use and development priorities clearly. The next step will be to develop Area Plans.
“These comprehensive plans will include specific zoning maps and localised policies to address the unique needs of each district,” the Ministry advised.
Development and Planning Regulations will then be revised to support the new Planning Statement and Area Plans, ensuring sustainable and community aligned development.
“We are immensely grateful to everyone who attended the district meetings and shared their insights. Your engagement has laid a strong foundation for our future development,” the Ministry stated, adding that the opportunity for the public to shape Cayman’s future continued.
To that end, they encouraged anyone who has not already done so to complete the survey and provide valuable thoughts before 6th August. Visit www.plancayman.ky for more information.
Minister Jay Ebanks encouraged the community to engage actively: “This is your opportunity to participate in shaping our future,” he said. “It’s not a time to dwell on the past, but to learn from it, move forward, and come together as a community and a country to do this right. Your contributions are vital for today, tomorrow, and future generations. Let’s work together to create a sustainable and prosperous future for the Cayman Islands.”
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