Oman unveils plans for future cities, urban renewal projects

Oman unveils plans for future cities, urban renewal projects

MUSCAT: Oman's Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) culminated a banner year in 2023, marked by a citizen-centric approach and remarkable achievements. As the nation sets its sights on an even brighter future, the Ministry unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for 2024, promising further progress and transformation.The MoHUP's ambitious 2024 plan, encompassing 130 initiatives, underscores a strong commitment to empowering citizens, fostering thriving communities, and driving sustainable urban development.The plan hinges on four key pillars: empowering people, embracing a digital leap, strengthening foundations, and building together. These guiding principles will translate into tangible actions, such as capacity-building programs, streamlined processes through technology, clear regulations, and enhanced public engagement.???????URBAN PLANNINGUrban planning takes center stage, with initiatives like the implementation of the Greater Muscat City structural plan and the development of comprehensive plans for major centers like Greater Sohar and Salalah. Future cities like Sultan Haitham City and Al Jabal Al Akhdar will see significant progress, while the development of Khasab will gain momentum.Revitalization efforts will touch five governorates, focusing on infrastructure, community programs, and sustainability. Detailed planning initiatives encompass the approval of Masirah Island plans, the adoption of North Al Batinah plans, and the second phase of land planning for