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Central Building Authority
Community and Society
San Pedro enforces construction regulations to promote sustainable development
On March 6th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) announced via a social media post that they will begin enforcing construction regulations to tackle longstanding issues of non-compliance in San Pedro Town. This renewed focus on enforcement aims to reduce violations and promote sustainable development on the island.
Community and Society
Mandated easements ensure emergency vehicle and public areas
Access to the beach in many areas of downtown San Pedro is often facilitated through alleyways known as easements, primarily located between buildings. These easements are considered public land, meaning no one may use or obstruct them without proper authorization. While some areas provide easy access to these amenities, others may face conflicts due to ongoing construction projects. By law, 10-foot easements are required to allow access to emergency vehicles, and local authorities are responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement.
Community and Society
Construction projects must adhere to building regulations
Constructing a new building requires a lot of hard work and planning and comes with zoning regulations. Recently, newly built buildings have raised eyebrows and concerns among residents from Ambergris Caye regarding improper protocols. Some recent projects are constructed between border and property lines, and the size of newly built buildings appears to be on the edge of the street, not complying with regulations.
Community and Society
San Pedro Building Unit goes entirely online
As of October 1st, anyone in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, needing to reach out to the Building Unit for a building permit will be required to do so online. According to the San Pedro Town Council, all building permit applications are to be submitted via email to [email protected]. The Building Unit can also be contacted via WhatsApp at 673-2197.
Government
Cabinet Brief for the 1st December 2022
The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 29th November 2022. During the briefing, Cabinet gave its approval for the repeal and replacement of the Financial Services Commission Act, 2020 with the Financial Services Bill to strengthen the regulatory powers of the commission and introduce several key provisions to ensure that it is in line with best international standards and obligations to ensure the integrity and compliance as well as promote Belize’s reputation for conducting and promoting good business
Business & Economy
Building Unit Awareness workshop held in San Pedro Town
The Ministry of Housing and its partners are hosting workshops throughout the municipalities in Belize, engaging local building authorities and stakeholders in the construction sector.
Business & Economy
San Pedro Building Unit hosts informational session, talks new amendment to Building Act
The San Pedro Building Unit hosted an informative session on the Unit’s functions and a new regulation that mandates all municipalities to establish a building unit. The meeting was held at the Sunbreeze Hotel on Friday, August 9th, and saw the presence of personnel from the Central Building Authority (CBA), the Department of Environment, the Ministry of Housing and Planning, Architects and Engineer Association of Belize, and The San Pedro Town Council.
Community and Society
Caye Caulker Village Council claims Central Government is interfering with their management
The lack of enforcement, support, and disregard for local authorities on La Isla Cariñosa has the Caye Caulker Village Council (CCVC) in a desperate situation as they try to set order on their island, despite residents and stakeholders not complying with regulations. The CCVC is contesting the use of public spaces, construction of unauthorized structures, importation of vehicles, improper sewage waste disposal and even the building of piers that threaten to saturate their coastlines.
