Topic: development
Author calls for ‘Vision 2050’ to shape Cayman’s future
Cayman needs to develop a vision for its long-term future to avoid being ‘swept along’ by global forces, author and academic Roy Bodden warns.
Apex chief: Cayman should use Singapore model to create new ‘golden age’
A top businessman has told a Cayman conference designed to prepare the country for the next ten years that it should look to Asian powerhouse Singapore and set up special funds to boost the country.
$12M apartment complex faces objections on South Church Street
The proposed construction of 34 apartments on South Church Street has been met with objection from neighbouring residents.
33-year-old abandoned document outlined development plan for Little Cayman
More than three decades after a detailed document outlining policies and actions for development in Little Cayman was drawn up, residents of Cayman's smallest island are finding themselves repeating the exercise, and hope that this time, someone will listen.
Road to ruin? Landowners claim conservation directive devalues their rights
A lightning bolt shaped stretch of road dissecting private property sandwiched between the green swathe of two blue iguana reserves is at the centre of a new dispute between landowners and wildlife guardians.
Little Cayman residents call for more say in planning decisions
Residents of Little Cayman are calling for more transparency and the ability to have more input in the planning decisions for their island.
$40M mixed-use complex proposed on ‘primary habitat’
Several multi-million-dollar developments are slated to come before the Central Planning Authority on 19 June.
Planning board adjourns subdivision application for legal advice
The Central Planning Authority has deferred an application for the creation of a 99-lot residential development site to seek legal advice on whether it can lawfully charge fees for an after-the-fact application for a subdivision, for which land has been cleared without authorisation.
Public facilities proposed for Frank Sound Beach
The government is applying to the Central Planning Authority to add rest rooms and cabanas to Frank Sound Public Beach.
Public meetings for development plan begin this week
Proposals for a new National Development Plan for the Cayman Islands will come under scrutiny from this week as a series of district-wide public meetings begin.
Draft national development plan released for comment
A draft document that may form the basis of a new national development plan – the first in 28 years – has been released by government for public feedback.
CPA sends $100M SeaGlass development back to drawing board
Developers behind a proposed $100 million apartment complex in Bodden Town have been asked to revise their building plan downward after one of its buildings was found in breach of the five-storey height regulation for hotel/tourism zones.
New plan for controversial Boggy Sand site
The crumbling foundations of a now demolished cabana that became a flash point for the conflicting interests of property owners and the environment has been earmarked for a new development.
Five-storey condos proposed for 1,000 feet of Bodden Town shoreline
A proposed $100 million apartment complex of six 5-storey buildings which would cover 1,000 feet of Bodden Town coastline is being considered by the planning board today, amid objections from locals.
Objector vows to fight on as Batabano Road development gets go-ahead
Planning permission has been granted for a large mixed-use development in West Bay but one objector will fight on to protect her home from flooding.
National Trust joins development debate, supports Conservation Act
The National Trust thrown its support behind the National Conservation Act as it weighed in on the debate of development versus environment saying that "it is difficult, if not impossible" to see how the legislation was seriously impeding development.
Cheering on new developments
It’s wonderful to see all the new developments coming to Grand Cayman! Grand Harbour, Newlands, Camana Bay, West Bay and Seven Mile Beach developments...
Year in review: 10-storey blocks to transform Cayman’s skyline
A receding beach and a growing skyline appear to be part of an inevitable future for Grand Cayman after a slew of 10-storey development proposals were presented in 2023.
$28 million South Sound residential development gets green light
A $28 million apartment and townhouse development, which includes 67 units, has been approved for South Sound Road in George Town.
Certain concessions can benefit Cayman
I read with great interest your recent special report on development concessions in the Cayman Islands. While I generally feel the less government involvement...
Special report: Development concessions fuelled a building boom, is it time for a rethink?
The building boom that has seen more than a dozen 10-storey office, condo and hotel buildings spring up across Grand Cayman over the past few years has been encouraged and incentivised by the policy decisions of successive governments.
Demolition of 1980s resort Lacovia slated for July
One of the oldest condo complexes on Seven Mile Beach, Lacovia, is likely to be demolished in July, the contractor has said, to make way for a $263 million 10-storey luxury resort.
Protecting paradise: Little Cayman looks to its future with a wary eye on Grand
Progress is coming to Little Cayman amid record real estate sales, a mini development boom, two new resort applications and an airport development plan.
Opposition pledges support for Plan Cayman
Opposition legislators have voiced their support for the National Planning Framework (Plan Cayman) as they welcomed movement on the document meant to map out a long-awaited development plan for the Cayman Islands.
Our world in 2022: Ten trends that could shape the year ahead
The key issues in 2022 are likely to centre on how Cayman moves on from the worst of the pandemic and adapts its policies on quarantine and testing, travel and tourism, and its healthcare infrastructure to adjust to the long-term reality of life with COVID.
Dart highlights $500 million ‘pipeline’ of projects
The Dart group is investing more than $500 million in a “pipeline of real estate projects” in Cayman, a senior company official revealed.
Financial services and construction expected to drive Cayman’s economy
Government believes financial services and construction are the main engines that will push Cayman through the recovery along with a re-emerging tourism sector.
Multi-million dollar East End condo development application adjourned
A $9 million East End condo development application has been deferred by the Central Planning Authority for the second time, over concerns about density issues.
$9 million East End development to return to CPA
An application for the construction of a $9 million condo development in East End is expected to return to the Central Planning Authority on Wednesday, 13 Oct.
Development of wetlands prompts flood warning
Overdevelopment of mangrove wetlands in South Sound has created an increased flood risk to homes in the area, prompting calls for a new national approach to stormwater management.
Development is spoiling Cayman
The charm of Cayman is rapidly fading. No more high rises. Will be just another Miami Beach!
When is enough, enough from Dart? It makes...
Poll: Do you support the idea of Cayman’s population increasing to 100,000?
Do you support the idea of Cayman's population increasing to 100,000?
Reimagining Cayman: 7 ways the island could develop smarter in the future
If Cayman's population continues to grow, adopting modern development principles will help lessen any impact on the environment and way of life on the island, argues architect Mike Stroh.
Subscriber roundtable: Population and development in the Cayman Islands
We hear from Cayman Compass All-Access subscribers to find out what they think of population and the related development in the Cayman Islands.
Population growth has transformed Cayman’s economy and environment
Cayman's rapid growth has had a staggering impact on the island over the past 60 years. We look at the consequences of that growth and discuss new ways of doing things as Cayman continues to grow.
Ask the Experts: Population and development
As part of our ongoing Cayman 2.0 series, the Compass this week is looking at development and population in the Cayman Islands. The idea...
Hew: $890M worth of projects greenlit in 2019
Cayman's Planning Department approved 748 projects valued at $890 million last year, Commerce Minister Joey Hew announced Wednesday.
Cayman is being overdeveloped
I have recently returned to Grand Cayman after a 12-year absence.
I write this letter as a person who in 2004 was invited back to...
Planning Department to hold permit process session
The Department of Planning will host an information session on the planning application and permit process at the Family Life Centre this week.
Homeowners object to $20 million luxury hotel development
Libanon Corporation developers, who are looking to build a $20 million four-star luxury hotel along Seven Mile Beach returned to the Central Planning Authority Wednesday with revised plans.
Planners, public revisit downtown redevelopment
The needs of downtown George Town remain myriad, residents heard once again Thursday evening.
Six condo projects approved ahead of stamp duty change
Six new apartment complexes were given the green light Friday after the Central Planning Authority convened a special meeting to allow developers a chance to have their applications reviewed before a “loophole” allowing stamp duty reductions is closed.
Detailed plans revealed for Beach Bay hotel
Plans for a Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Beach Bay include two central buildings and a cluster of restaurants, pools and other amenities dotted around the sprawling oceanfront site.
EDITORIAL – A safe, decent affordable place to call home
A good rule of thumb, used in many countries around the world, is that housing and related expenses should not exceed 30% of a household’s take-home income.
Protesters prevail as 10-storey hotel project rejected
Plans for a 10-storey business hotel at the “tranquil” north end of Seven Mile Beach have been rejected after an unprecedented number of objections to the proposal.
EDITORIAL – Skilled trades offer students a path to success
Mr. Myles is to be commended, and his efforts supported – particularly by parents and educators who influence young people’s choices and who may be unaware of today’s job market realities.
Beach bar proposal turned down for East End
The Central Planning Authority has rejected plans for a beachside bar and restaurant in East End.
Dart heads to court over Britannia beach and golf rights
The Dart group is seeking to free itself from restrictive agreements guaranteeing home owners in the luxury Britannia Estates development the right to use golf, tennis and beach facilities associated with its properties.
EDITORIAL – Cayman property: Good news from the ‘home front’
Today’s front-page article about Cayman’s construction industry is the sort of report a CEO would rush to present to his board of directors. After all, who does not like good news?
‘No place like home’: Cayman’s residential property boom
The Cayman Islands is a successful and well-known offshore financial center, as well as a popular tourism hot spot, but economic growth in recent years has been driven by an entirely different industry: construction.
EDITORIAL – Construction on Seven Mile Beach: Is the sky the limit?
Skyscrapers on Grand Cayman? Back away from the ledge, and break out the smelling salts – envisioning future progress is not for the faint of heart.
Cruise controversy and airport progress as tourism arrivals surge
Amid another record-breaking year for tourism in the Cayman Islands, one controversial development was never far from the headlines.
Speaker calls for 50-story buildings on Seven Mile Beach
Speaker of the House McKeeva Bush believes buildings of 50 stories and higher are the next step for Cayman’s tourism product.
Luxury development aims to set new standards in the east
Industry insiders and prospective buyers got a sneak peak of a new luxury condo project under development in Rum Point at a launch event last week.
Letter: Well-planned development is welcome in Barkers
Development of the area is not wrong if it is done properly. Where would Cayman be today without development?
Public’s input sought on development plan
Government is seeking public input on a new development plan for Grand Cayman.
Bovell: Economic data and its impact on the real estate industry
At the time of writing, the U.S. economy is anticipating another interest rate hike (predicted to happen before the end of the year), with two more expected in 2019.
EDITORIAL – Licking the government’s stamp duty issue
If there is one place on the planet that should have a simple tax structure, it is the Cayman Islands. So why are lawmakers considering adding more complexity to our country’s stamp duty regime on property purchases?
Stamp duty change could impact development boom
Buying a new home in the Cayman Islands is about to get more expensive – at least for some.
Dart launches first Camana Bay community for home buyers
The Dart group has begun marketing its first for-sale residential development within Camana Bay, a 124-home community named OLEA.
39-unit condo complex planned for Prospect
The NCB Group has been granted permission for a new condo complex in Prospect as Cayman’s residential building boom continues.
Development plan seeks to shape Cayman’s future
Government is seeking to help shape the future growth of Grand Cayman with its first Development Plan in more than 20 years.
EDITORIAL – Invincible Investment: Tokyo takes on Seven Mile Beach
We do not know much about Invincible Investment Corporation, but we share at least one thing in common with the newest landlord on Seven Mile Beach: confidence in the strength of the Cayman Islands tourism sector.
Cayman development plan to be updated
For generations, the urban plan in the Cayman Islands has been dictated by changing circumstances.
Ten-story condos approved for Seven Mile Beach
A new, 10-story condominium project has been approved for Seven Mile Beach, continuing the shift toward taller buildings in Grand Cayman’s main tourist district.
Road opening marks step toward cutting commute times
The $10.6 million dollar first phase of the Linford Pierson Highway widening project is now complete and could help slash commute times in half, according to National Roads Authority officials.
WaterMark condos approved for Seven Mile Beach
The Central Planning Authority has approved plans for a $177 million, 10-story luxury condo complex on Seven Mile Beach.
Reshaping of Dart’s coastal land progresses
Bulldozers are sculpting and reshaping a large area of land bordering Seven Mile Beach as the Dart group makes headway on a series of projects.
Community meets to discuss development of Smith Cove
A passionate crowd showed up at the South Sound Community Centre Tuesday night for a meeting about the redevelopment of Smith Cove, also known as Smith Barcadere.
EDITORIAL – Mandarin Oriental: Don’t stop the economic carnival
The Beach Bay project adds to a growing list of expansions and new developments springing up in every district.
Mandarin Oriental signs on to Grand Cayman hotel project
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced Wednesday that it will manage the long-planned luxury resort and residences at Beach Bay, Grand Cayman.
