DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is accelerating its territorial organization efforts through a sweeping modernization of national geospatial data, centered on the expansion of the national geodesic network and the implementation of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology. This high-resolution cartography is a cornerstone of a broader initiative to refine land-use planning, prevent the occupation of high-risk zones, and enhance the precision of both public and private sector decision-making.

The initiative was announced by the Ministry of the Presidency on 17 March 2026 as part of general advances on an overall Regional Plan for Territorial Planning and Development with World Bank backing. The works are aimed at overhaulng the Dominican Republic’s territorial planning and urban growth models to foster long-term resilience and...