SRAT – RGON

The regional land use plan is a reference document that allows for the development of a spatial planning vision and defines its guidelines over a period of twenty-five years at the regional level. It also establishes a general framework for sustainable and integrated regional development of urban and rural areas, as well as proposals for major projects.This document aims to coordinate the interventions of the State, local authorities, and private investors, supporting their strategic development and planning choices. This is achieved through extensive consultation during its preparation, in accordance with the guidelines of the national land use policy, and in harmony with public sector strategies and programs, as well as sectoral plans implemented at the regional and national levels.

Thus, the regional land use plan is the tool that ensures coordination between the different actors, with the aim of achieving comprehensive and integrated development. This coordination helps to identify major projects that can serve as focal points for the region’s development, with a long-term perspective that takes into account future evolutions and the challenges the region may face.

Principles of Regional Land Use Planning Design

Economic efficiency

This principle focuses on maximizing benefits from the available economic resources in the region, directing investments toward projects that promote sustainable economic growth. The goal is to strengthen the region’s competitiveness and develop its economic infrastructure in a way that allows it to face future economic challenges. It also aims to develop key productive economic sectors, such as agriculture, industry, and services, thereby contributing to economic balance between the different areas of the region.

Sustainability of natural resources, protection of environments, and improvement of living standards

The regional design places great importance on environmental sustainability by preserving natural resources and protecting the environment from degradation. This includes promoting the sustainable use of resources, maintaining ecological balance, and protecting the region’s biodiversity. Additionally, this principle aims to improve the living standards of the inhabitants by providing a healthy and safe environment that ensures their long-term well-being.

Social and territorial equity

This principle aims to achieve social and territorial justice through the equitable distribution of resources and services among the different areas of the region, whether urban or rural. The objective is to reduce disparities between areas and promote their integration, thereby contributing to improving access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. This principle ensures that all inhabitants of the region benefit from development in an equitable manner, regardless of their place of residence or social status.

Objectives of the Regional Land Use Plan for the Guelmim-Oued Noun Region

Achieve harmonization between the State and the region regarding land management and qualification measures according to a strategic and prospective vision.

The regional design aims to achieve consensus between the State and the regions regarding plans and measures related to the organization and qualification of territorial space, based on a strategic and forward-looking vision. This consensus helps to effectively direct resources and efforts toward achieving common territorial development objectives.

Establish a general framework for sustainable and harmonized regional development between urban and rural areas.

The design aims to establish a global framework for regional development, in accordance with the requirements of sustainability and balance between urban and rural areas. This framework encompasses all key sectors of development, such as infrastructure, the economy, health, and education, with an emphasis on achieving integrated development that includes all regions.

Determine the options related to key public equipment and infrastructure at the regional level.

Regional design focuses on establishing the priorities of the region regarding the provision of key public facilities and infrastructure that are essential for achieving sustainable development, such as roads, hospitals, schools, and cultural infrastructure. These facilities are fundamental to ensuring the provision of basic services to the population and securing their well-being.

Determine the areas of regional projects and schedule the enhancement actions, as well as their structuring projects.

The regional design includes the definition of areas that can benefit from key structuring projects and the programming of these projects in a way that ensures their sustainability and the efficient use of local resources. By doing so, it is possible to create a new economic dynamic in the region and achieve local development goals.