Scribd
Upload
32 views3 pages

Comprehensive Land Use Planning

Comprehensive Land Use Planning (CLUP) in the Philippines is a strategy aimed at managing land resources sustainably while balancing economic growth, environmental conservation, and social equity. The process is governed by the Local Government Code of 1991 and involves several key steps, including organizing a planning team, data analysis, visioning, formulating a land use plan, and public consultations. Despite challenges such as limited resources and rapid urbanization, CLUP provides opportunities for local governments to enhance quality of life and promote sustainable development.

Uploaded by

Rick Jayson Tatlonghari
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
32 views3 pages

Comprehensive Land Use Planning

Comprehensive Land Use Planning (CLUP) in the Philippines is a strategy aimed at managing land resources sustainably while balancing economic growth, environmental conservation, and social equity. The process is governed by the Local Government Code of 1991 and involves several key steps, including organizing a planning team, data analysis, visioning, formulating a land use plan, and public consultations. Despite challenges such as limited resources and rapid urbanization, CLUP provides opportunities for local governments to enhance quality of life and promote sustainable development.

Uploaded by

Rick Jayson Tatlonghari
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 3

Explain the Comprehensive Land Use Process

Comprehensive Land Use Planning (CLUP) is an important strategy


that governs the Philippines' long-term management and
development of its land resources. This process seeks to balance
land use with environmental conservation, economic growth, and
social equality, having an important role in creating the country's
urban and rural landscapes.

Legal Framework and Institutional Setup

The CLUP process is governed by the Local Government Code of


1991 (Republic Act 7160), which requires local governments (LGUs)
to create their own comprehensive land use plans. The Housing and
Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB), presently known as the
Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development
(DHSUD), establishes technical guidelines and criteria for the
development of CLUPs. The key goals of CLUP include:

- Ensuring rational and sustainable use of land resources.


- Balancing economic development with environmental protection.
- Promoting social equity and improving the quality of life.
- Enhancing disaster resilience and climate change adaptation.

Key Steps in the CLUP Process

1. Organizing the Planning Team: LGUs form a local planning committee made
up of representatives from diverse sectors, such as government
officials, urban planners, environmental experts, and community
leaders. This team is in charge of overseeing the entire planning
process.

2. Gathering and Analyzing Data: Data collection entails obtaining information on population
demographics, land usage, economic activity, natural resources, infrastructure, and
environmental factors. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technologies
facilitate data collection and analysis. The planning team performs situational analysis to
identify land-use trends, opportunities, and challenges.

3. Visioning and Goal Setting: The planning team engages stakeholders in a


visioning exercise to establish the CLUP's long-term aims and
objectives. Community meetings and workshops ensure that the
plan accurately reflects residents' objectives and priorities. The
CLUP's vision statement guides its direction, while precise aims and
objectives serve as a roadmap for obtaining the intended results.

4. Formulating the Land Use Plan: The planning team creates the land use
plan after analyzing data and conducting visioning exercises. This
entails defining various land use zones (residential, commercial,
industrial, agricultural, and protected areas), as well as including
policies and strategies for land use management and sustainable
development. Environmental factors such as flood zones,
conservation areas, and climate change impacts are incorporated to
improve resilience and sustainability.

5. Drafting the Zoning Ordinance: The CLUP is supplemented by a zoning


ordinance, which establishes the legal foundation for carrying out
the land use plan. It establishes particular land use restrictions, such
as approved uses, density requirements, building heights, and
setback provisions, to ensure conformity with defined land use
zones.

6. Conducting Public Consultations: Public consultations include organizing


public hearings and stakeholder meetings to present the draft plan
and zoning regulations, solicit feedback, and address problems.
Community participation ensures that the plan is inclusive,
transparent, and responsive to citizens' needs and goals.

7. Adopting and Approving the Plan: After considering feedback, the final CLUP
and zoning regulation are presented to the local legislative council
for acceptance and approval. The approved CLUP serves as the
official guide for land use planning and development in the local
government.

8. Monitoring and Evaluation: The CLUP is constantly monitored and


reviewed to determine its effectiveness and impact. Regular
evaluations and modifications guarantee that the plan is current and
responsive to the community's requirements.

Challenges to the CLUP process include insufficient technical


capability and resources in some LGUs, rapid urbanization and
population expansion, environmental deterioration, and vulnerability
to natural catastrophes. Despite these limitations, the CLUP process
offers numerous chances for long-term development. Local
governments can design land use plans that improve quality of life,
safeguard natural resources, and stimulate economic growth by
encouraging participatory planning, utilizing technology, and
including environmental and social factors.

You might also like