Topic: Central Planning Authority
Planning board reappointed after critical report
All members of the Cayman Islands Central Planning Authority have been reappointed in the wake of an audit report.
Camana Bay underpass work to start in October
Construction of the long-planned vehicular underpass on the Esterley Tibbetts Highway at Camana Bay could start as early as next month, according to a Dart spokeswoman.
Legislature clears way for two developments
The Legislative Assembly approved two changes to the 1997 Development Plan on Wednesday, clearing the way for the Gran Palazzo condo project on North Sound and a new commercial development on the Linford Pierson Highway.
Camana Bay roadwork approved
Major changes to the road network around Camana Bay, including moving a section of the highway and building a new underpass, have been approved by the Central Planning Authority.
Development board reappointed after audit report
All serving members of the Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Development Control Board have been reappointed through mid-2017 following the release to lawmakers of an auditor’s report that questioned some of the board’s activities.
Surveying the auditor general’s report on land management
The latest report from the Cayman Islands auditor general on government’s land management practices covers so much topical ground that we believe it may be instructive to provide some focused analysis.
Auditor General Report: Planning decisions 'not transparent'
Cayman's financial watchdog shines the spotlight on the appointed boards that control local development behind the scenes.
Planning authority approves airport expansion
A $50 million expansion of Owen Roberts International Airport has been approved by the Central Planning Authority.
NRA cites concerns with Dart road plan application
The National Roads Authority says it is concerned traffic delays on the Esterley Tibbetts Highway abutting Camana Bay will shift to the Lawrence Boulevard roundabout after the Dart Group widens the road through its development if the section south of the roundabout is not widened to four lanes as well.
Turtle-shaped ice rink planned to help revitalize George Town
An ice-stadium with a roof made entirely of solar panels in the shape of a turtle shell is being backed by government as the first key project in the planned revitalization of George Town.
Developer can create 16-acre lake
A developer has been granted permission to create a 16-acre, 30-foot deep lake as part of a planned housing project in South Sound
Dart submits application for Esterley Tibbetts relocation
Dart submits a planning application for the realignment and widening of the Esterley Tibbetts Highway near Camana Bay.
Rum Point restaurant plan refused
A developer planning a new condo project at Rum Point has been denied permission to include a restaurant and additional homes in the development after more than 30 neighboring residents complained.
Camana Bay investment to reach $2.3B
The expansion of the Camana Bay Town Centre westward toward Seven Mile Beach and the launch of the residential phases of the development will bring Dart Realty's total investment in the project to about US$2.3 billion by 2030.
Dart unveils $300m Camana Bay plan
Dart Realty has unveiled its plans for a dramatic $300 million expansion to Camana Bay using broad landscaped bridges and elevating land to connect the town center to a new five-star hotel on Seven Mile Beach.
God's plan versus the planning board
“We are a Christian nation.” — That’s Gospel in the Cayman Islands. … But is it true?
Government meeting records kept out of view
Few boards with the Cayman Islands government publish meeting minutes online.
Church denied planning approval
Plans for a new church in Savannah have been denied planning permission after neighbors complained that it would bring down property values.
Wide variety of developments up for EIA screening
Developers will be required to carry out an Environmental Impact Assessment before proceeding with a project if the new National Conservation Council deems it necessary.
Conservation council to hold first meeting
The newly appointed National Conservation Council will hold its first meeting, in public, Wednesday as the process of implementing the historic and controversial legislation steps up a gear.
Grand Cayman solar power agreement poised for approval
Caribbean Utilities Company and Pittsburgh’s International Electric Power plan to sign an agreement by year’s end for solar-generated electricity, triggering construction of a $1.4 million, 21-acre solar farm near Bodden Town.
Old Hyatt renovations approved
Members of the Central Planning Board approved renovations to the old Hyatt hotel and a bridge to connect the hotel with the beach.
North Sound condo project approved
A US$200 million development to create an ocean-front community, featuring 123 luxury condos and town houses overlooking the North Sound has been given the green light.
Cabinet gets new powers over planning
Cabinet will get new powers to waive some planning fees to encourage development under amendments to the law passed last week.
Dart plans second hotel on Seven Mile Beach
The Dart group has confirmed that it in the “early planning stages” for another hotel on Seven Mile Beach.
An ice idea for Seven Mile Beach?
Sun, sea and sand have traditionally been the ingredients that have attracted tourists to Grand Cayman. Now an entrepreneur wants to add an unlikely fourth element to the mix – ice.
New plan to revive iconic hotel
Plans have been submitted to restore the concrete shell of the old Hyatt hotel to create a new resort. A pedestrian overpass across the Esterley Tibbetts Highway is also planned.
West Bay halfway house given the green light
The Central Planning Authority has revoked its enforcement notice on The Bridge Foundation.
Tourism zoning sought for Ritz-Carlton property
An application has been submitted to permit tourism development on more than 200 acres of land surrounding the Ritz Carlton.
Halfway house fights planning decision
The Bridge Foundation has filed an appeal to fight a decision from the Planning Authority that requires a change of zoning on its West Bay women' shelter.
No distillery for Dart
A planning application that would allow the Cayman Distributors Group to operate a distillery in George Town. has been knocked back
North Side fast food hub could be in the works
Business owner plans to open fast food hub in North Side.
Planning records will take 5-plus years to publish
Cayman will eventually release records from planning meetings....in some cases more than a decade after they occurred.
Dart plans to open distillery
Dart has submitted an application to change the use of a George Town warehouse to a distillery.
Minister: Airport at double capacity
Tourism Minister Moses Kirkconnell says the airport is operating at double its capacity during peak times.
LA meets on Brac for first time in decades
Lawmakers convene in Cayman Brac for the first time since March 2003.
New legal challenge to helipad in George Town; noise cited
A helicopter pilot offering scenic flights to tourists aims to be back in George Town this month, but legal challenges are not over.
Downtown helicopter cleared to fly again
A business offering helicopter rides to tourists has been given the all-clear to return to George Town waterfront in the latest legal twist in a battle with downtown business owners
Bridge a possibility for Mastic Trail
There is little chance of altering the proposed route of the East-West Arterial road to avoid going through the Mastic Trail, Premier Alden McLaughlin acknowledged on Monday.
Government buys BT land for burials
Government starts work on new cemetery in Bodden Town.
Public standards law requires full disclosure
Many more public servants will have to report their financial interests to government watchdogs later this year.
Bodden wants High Rock on track
Osbourne Bodden hopes to fuel a positive release for Cayman’s need for speed.
East End Ostrich farm won’t fly
Plans for an ostrich farm in the East End won’t get off the ground after the project ruffled feathers among neighboring residents.
Drivers closing in on grandiose race track at High Rock
After years of stalling, a racing authority will soon shift into gear.
Boards pressed to hold open meetings
Public boards and committees, which regulate everything from planning applications to the running of the islands’ airports, are facing new pressure to hold their meetings in public.
Panton: No more time on conservation bill
Conservation minister Wayne Panton politely refused a request to give people more time to study the proposed National Conservation Law.
Powers of conservation council exaggerated
Environmental group says conservation council's powers not as far-reaching as Compass fears.
Lawyer: Conservation bill could trigger land grabs
Developers' concerns about the National Conservation Bill are expressed during a West Bay meeting.
‘Eco-Council’ and property rights
Despite public relations efforts aimed at reassuring the Caymanian people that the overseer of the proposed National Conservation Law is a toothless advisory body, the facts speak otherwise.
Beach Suites gets OK for two additional stories
Owners of the Grand Cayman Beach Suites will pay $4 million to build two additional stories and a new rooftop on the West Bay Road hotel, creating 14 regular rooms and four deluxe suites.
Ministry, green groups support conservation bill
Environmental groups support the National Conservation Bill, saying the decade-old legislation balances development and conservation priorities.
Guns, fast cars for East End?
A new sport shooting complex and racetrack are in the works in East End.
Dart offers glimpse of posh hotel
An artist’s impression of the planned Kimpton hotel shows how Dart Realty’s $200 million project will change the visual landscape of the Seven Mile Beach area.
Owners seek to increase height of Beach Suites
The owners of Grand Cayman Beach Suites plan to turn the five-story hotel into Seven Mile Beach’s newest seven-story hotel by adding two floors to the building.
Record-keeping woes held up Beach Bay ‘quarry’ decision
A lack of written transcript of a Planning Appeals Tribunal hearing held up an official decision being issued for months.
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Kai drama over 50-acre development
Cayman Kai residents turned out to weigh in on the Kai Village PAD.
PPM Cabinet remakes planning authority
The PPM continues to reshuffle appointed boards.
Changes to Sister Islands planning board unveiled
The Development Control Board has a new chairman.
Planning board OK’s projects
Several commercial projects gained approval from Grand Cayman's planning board recently.
Beach Bay ‘quarry’ going to Grand Court
The Planning Appeals Tribunal disagreed with the Central Planning Authority over a proposal to excavate and sell fill in Lower Valley.
New buildings proposed downtown
Planning officials look at new buildings downtown and in Camana Bay.
Mixed-use development proposed for Cayman Kai
A developer is seeking to create a 50-acre PAD in Cayman Kai.
Outgoing Cabinet loosens guidelines in beach resort zone
On its way out the door, the former government tweaked planning guidelines for certain developments near the ocean.
East End race track in planning process
Planning officials are considering a proposal to bring a race track to East End.
The ins and outs of the National Conservation Law
The age old argument of progress versus conservation has played out again and again in the decade-long efforts to establish national conservation legislation to Cayman.
Private company submits cruise berthing plan
A private company wants to build a cruise berthing facility north of George Town harbour.
Several big proposals get planning OK
The Central Planning Authority OK'd several large proposals recently.
Moving forward with medical tourism
Out of sight from East End main road, behind a rise and down a dusty access road, lies a quickly growing series of concrete and metal structures.
Late last night for lawmakers as assembly adjourns
A marathon sitting of the Legislative Assembly was held on its final day before the May general election, with legislators and assembly staff wrapping up in the early morning hours on Tuesday.
Authority rejects Governor’s Creek mangrove removal plan
Grand Cayman's planning board didn't look favorably on a proposal to remove mangroves on North Sound.
Politicos get earful of environmental concerns
Several George Town political candidates turned up to listen to concerns from South Sound residents about development of the coastline Friday evening.
