Canary Islands Urban Planning Support Fund

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced a €500,000 fund to support local municipalities in updating and developing urban planning instruments.

Funding Details

• Targeted at city councils across the archipelago
• Aims to assist in drafting, revising, or modifying key urban documents such as:
  • General plans
  • Development plans
  • Protection catalogs
  • Sectoral planning programs
• Focus on projects completed and paid for during:
  • 2021
  • 2022
  • 2024
• No prior funding is available for the same initiatives.

Purpose and Objectives

"This initiative aims to promote sustainable urban development and improve city planning across Canary Islands municipalities."

• Provide targeted grants to local councils
• Enhance land use management
• Protect heritage sites
• Adapt urban spaces to future needs

Application Process

• Brief application window of five working days from the announcement
• Urgency for municipalities to act

Broader Strategy

• Part of the regional government's overarching strategy
• Aligned with the 2024-2026 strategic plan
• Supports local governments in laying the groundwork for smarter, more organized growth

Expected Impact

• Foster better urban environments
• Increase planning transparency
• Directly benefit residents