Central Planning Authority (CPA)

The Central Planning Authority (CPA) is a statutory authority appointed by Cabinet to oversee and review the physical development of Grand Cayman. The primary function of the CPA is to prepare development plans and ensure that development proposals conform to the plan.

The Authority’s role is defined by law as "to secure consistency and continuity in the framing and execution of a comprehensive policy approved by Cabinet. With respect to the use and development of the land in the islands which this law applies in accordance with the Development Plan for the Islands." The Authority consists of 13 members representing all six electoral districts. The Chairman of the Development Control Board is automatically a member of the CPA.