St. Croix, USVI

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St. Croix
12:48 am, May 15, 2025
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DPNR Unveils Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan To Guide Sustainable Development in USVI

After years of anticipation and extensive community engagement, the Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources has unveiled a draft Comprehensive Land and Water Use Plan (CLWUP) to guide the territory’s growth while safeguarding its natural resources. The long-awaited plan, presented before the 35th Legislature Tuesday, establishes a framework for sustainable development, balancing the often competing priorities of conservation, infrastructure, and economic progress.