Funding for Urban Planning Tools in the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands' local authorities can now apply for over €2.3 million in grants aimed at updating and drafting key urban planning tools.

Purpose of the Funding

• Support municipalities in creating, modifying, or updating documents such as:
  • General city plans
  • Development projects
  • Protection catalogs
  • Sector-specific urban programs
• The initiative aims to:
  • Improve city planning processes
  • Promote sustainable development
  • Ensure modern urban management across the archipelago

Eligibility and Application Process

• Projects must be initiated or completed in 2026 or finished in 2025.
• A maximum of three instruments per municipality.
• Applications are open for ten working days following the publication date.
• Funding details:
  • Cover 100% of the costs if paid in advance.
  • Funding available until December 12, 2026.

Broader Context

• This move is part of broader efforts to modernize urban planning in the autonomous community.
• Aligns with regional strategic initiatives to foster better city management and sustainable growth.
• Local governments benefit by being able to shape their urban environments more effectively and in line with contemporary needs.

"This initiative supports municipalities in creating, modifying, or updating key urban planning documents, fostering sustainable urban development and modern city management."