Public Consultation for Urban Planning Modification in Lanzarote

Overview

The Canary Islands' Ministry of Territorial Planning has launched a public consultation process for a minor modification to Arrecife’s General City Planning, focusing on the Los Geranios area in Lanzarote. This step is part of the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), aimed at ensuring sustainable development and environmental protection during urban planning changes.

The initiative was announced on May 16, 2025, by Vice Minister Elena Zárate. Officials are inviting residents, organizations, and stakeholders to review the draft plan and environmental documentation online over the next 45 working days. This opportunity allows the public to provide feedback and ensure that environmental considerations are factored into urban development.

Importance for Residents

• The review process helps safeguard Lanzarote’s natural resources.
• It allows necessary planning adjustments.
• Demonstrates a transparent effort to balance growth with environmental health.

This process is crucial for an island that depends heavily on tourism and ecological stability. The public consultation underscores the government’s commitment to open governance in urban planning decisions affecting local communities and the environment.

"This step is part of the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), aimed at ensuring sustainable development and environmental protection during urban planning changes." – Vice Minister Elena Zárate