Amendments to Grand Harbour Local Plan (GHLP)

The Malta Environment and Planning Authority (Mepa) is proposing eight policy amendments to the approved 2002 Grand Harbour Local Plan. These draft amendments are being considered following the decision to locate specialized development in and around the Ricasoli area.

The 8 policies being proposed for amendment are:

GT 03 South Harbour Link Road **
GD 04 Upgrading of Existing Industrial Estate
GK 05 Kalkara Transport Strategy
GK 07 Public Transport
GK 13 Rinella Recreational Area
GK 20 ICT & Media development City
GK 21 ICT & Media development City Building Heights
GK 22 Public Utilities Provision

Brief description

** GT 03 South Harbour Link Road

With access to the southern part of the Grand Harbour Local Plan area generally poor, a new arterial road will be constructed on the southern fringe of the Local Plan area, from Tal-Barrani Road to Kalkara (Triq il-Missjoni Taljana). No development approvals will be given for any projects which in the opinion of Mepa could prejudice the construction of this road.

The route chosen attempts to avoid property and reduce environmental damage. The road will also provide a satisfactory spine serving the Three Cities, Kalkara, Ricasoli, Fgura, Zabbar and Xghajra. By providing improved access to the southern part of the Grand Harbour, in association with other junction improvements, it should also assist in meeting other Local Plan objectives, notably the encouragement of tourism and employment opportunities in the Three Cities area.

The Authority is currently carrying out a six-week public consultation exercise. Should you wish to view any of the local plans you may visit our website on www.mepa.org.mt.