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Consultation in government policy, but not actions
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Houses along Piccadilly Street where plans are being made by the Government to revive Port of Spain. File photo/Ayanna Kinsale -
The following article was submitted by the TT Society of Planners and the TT Institute of Architects.
Having painted a picture of the seemingly ingrained approach of presentations instead of consultations in our previous article, we now examine the framework currently in place for consultation in the national development arena, and the extent to which this is reflected in current state initiatives.
We continue to advocate for involving communities and stakeholders in decisions that affect them. A collaborative approach is essential to successful nation building that achieves more than large buildings, and government rhetoric supports this.
Feeble consultations on urban revitalisation plans erode public trust
Ariapita Avenue in Woodbrook is part of the Port of Spain revitalisation plan. - File photo
The following article on Government s urban revitalisation plans for Port of Spain and San Fernando was submitted by the TT Society of Planners (TTSP) and the TT Institute of Architects (TTIA).
As urban planners and architects, we have a vocation to improve social, economic, and environmental conditions, primarily through strategic land use allocation, design guidance, sustainable land development practices, and a number of other cross-sectoral policy interventions.
First and foremost, we are members of society and share in the collective responsibility of nation building. It is therefore our duty to advocate for the public good through policy advice, education and sensitisation, and standing up for the public’s right to be an invaluable partner in the governance of land development.