IMAP Resources - Public Lands Commission
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IMAP Resources
Go behind the scenes to learn about the journey of the Shoreline Access Map, get answers to frequently asked questions,access information and help on how to use the tool.
Explore a World of Coastal Beauty and Adventure
Learn how to use the Shoreline IMAP to explore over 300 public access points along the Cayman Islands' coastline and beach access points.
Hear from persons who have used the new Shoreline iMap to access the Cayman Islands shoreline.
The Journey So Far
Transforming Shoreline Access Across the Cayman Islands
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2003- A Vital First Step
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The Beach Access Report identifies key pathways in West Bay and North Side.
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2017-2018 - Expanding Horizons
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The report grows to encompass all islands, mapping every path to the sea.
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2019-2020 - On-the-ground Action
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Inspections and new signage begin, ensuring every route is clear and marked.
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July 1, 2021 - A New Chapter
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MDAL forms, consolidating efforts under one dynamic leadership.
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2021 - Uniformity and Clarity
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New, easy-to-recognise signs guide locals and tourists alike.
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2022-2023 - Bringing Tech on Board
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A digital tool “IMAP” is created, featuring interactive maps and 360 imagery.
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2023 - Going Live
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The launch version of the IMAP goes live
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2024 - Access for All
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MDAL is launching a campaign to make shoreline access more transparent
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FAQs
A shoreline refers to the boundary between a body of water, such as an ocean, sea, lake, or river, and the land. It is the place where the water meets the land, creating a distinct interface.
Shorelines can vary greatly in appearance depending on factors like the type of land (rocky, sandy, muddy), the slope of the land, the presence of vegetation, and the action of waves, currents, and tides. They are dynamic zones, constantly changing due to natural processes like erosion, sediment deposition, and human activities.
A public right of way to the beach or shoreline.
A public right of way is a legal easement allowing members of the public to pass through or use a specific area of land, typically for transportation or recreational purposes.
A public shoreline access point gives members of the public access to the shoreline and land seaward of the high-water mark. As per the Prescription Act (2018 Revision) and subject to other legal requirements, the public may at these areas, (e.g. marine parks zoning, etc) fish, undertake purposes incident to fishing or bathing or recreation.
into the water. Property landward of the high-water mark is considered private property.
The Shoreline IMAP (Interactive Map) is an online tool available at www.gov.ky/shoreline. It allows users to explore the three Cayman Islands and to locate public, pedestrian pathways to the shoreline as well as public beach areas.
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No. Cabanas are booked by visiting gov.ky/publiclands, clicking the Cabanas button under rResources in navigation bar at the top of them page and completing and signing the application form. Or visit https://app.univerusrec.com/cipwpub/.
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The Ministry The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure manages the IMAP.
- Report all blocked public shoreline access paths or points to Public Lands Inspectorate by email at PLCInspectorate@gov.ky / plc@gov.ky or by phone at +1(345)946-7110.
Maintenance of the public access points is the responsibility of the landowner and enforcement is under the authority of the Public Lands Inspectorate.
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