The Development Plan is a national policy with a cross-sectoral approach. The overall purpose of this Plan is to achieve the economic, cultural, social and environmental objectives of the people in the Cayman Islands, through sustainable development. The primary objective of this Plan is to strengthen environmental protection and management to maintain and enhance the well-being and prosperity of all. This Plan lays down strategies to enhance the quality of life and the economic well-being of the people in the long-term. Development zones are categorized as residential, commercial and industrial zones, and land use strategies set out in the Plan apply to these development zones and coastal areas, natural and community parks, roads and subdivision of land. Tourism, transportation and finance sectors will be developed and the commercial areas of the Islands will be improved. Moreover, manufacturing industries will be developed for more efficient and inclusive agricultural systems. Agricultural land will be protected through improvement in soil and water quality and restrictions usage for multi-family, commercial and industrial purposes. Furthermore, arable agricultural land of good quality shall not be subject to subdivision. In order to make the most efficient use of land designated for intended purposes, subdivision of land will be carried out considering the site's physical and environmental characteristics. Environmental protection and management will be strengthened for the preservation of natural assets of the Island, protected areas, as well as, the areas and structures of architectural, historical and archaeological importance. Freshwater resources management will be strengthened to ensure water security through the conservation of existing fresh water supplies and development of new sources of supply and distribution. In addition to that, measures will be taken for effective drainage and sewerage systems and pollution control.
Каймановы острова (Великобритания) · 1997-01-01