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Planning, Lands,Agriculture, Housing & Infrastructure

What We Do

The Ministry of Planning,Lands, Agriculture, Housing, Infrastructure,is responsible for a wide range of areas that concerns the planning, agriculture, housing, infrastructure, needs across the Cayman Islands.

Customers of the Ministry are varied and include residents, visitors, as well as commercial, private and public sector entities, both international and on a local level. Activities take place on the three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman.

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About the Minister

Honourable. Johany S. “Jay” Ebanks serves as the Minister of Planning,Lands, Agriculture,Housing, and Infrastructure (PLAHI) within the Cayman Islands Government, appointed to this position in April 2021 under the PACT administration & re-elected in 2025 under the National Coalition for Caymanians administration.

Raised and currently residing in North Side, Minister Ebanks entered politics as an independent representative for the district during the 2021 general elections. His political journey began earlier when he served as a Council Officer in the North Side District Council in 2014, paving the way for his election in 2021. With a rich background spanning over two decades in the tourism and
construction sectors, Minister Ebanks brings extensive experience as a business owner and manager to his ministerial role.

Beyond his professional endeavours, he is actively involved in initiatives promoting affordable housing and rental properties, reflecting his commitment to community development. Recognised as a dedicated community leader, Minister Ebanks devotes his time to various charitable causes, including the Meal on Wheels organisation, as well as participating in community events such as Pirates’ Week and organising football camps. His ethos centres on the belief that true wealth lies in serving
others.

Minister Ebanks shares his life with his wife, Felisiana Ebanks, and their two teenage children, Aliyah and Johnathon. Outside of his professional and civic duties, he finds relaxation and enjoyment in the tranquil pastime of fishing

Organisation and Functions

The Ministry of Planning, Agriculture, Housing, Infrastructure, Transportation and Development (MPAHITD) is responsible for six departments under its remit as described in the Related Entities section above. We are also responsible for the following:

Statutory Authorities and Government-Owned Company

National Roads Authority
National Housing Development Trust

Ministerial Projects

George Town Revitalisation Initiative
National Commnity (NiCE Project)

Boards and Committees

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
Builders Board
Central Planning Authority
Development Plan Tribunal
Electrical Trade Licensing Board of Examiners
Planning Appeal Tribunal
Veterinary Board

The ministry's role includes:

Providing support to various Boards in licensing in accordance with relevant legislation and delegated authority.
Supporting the farming community to modernise the agricultural sector and bolster the Islands food and nutrition security.
Providing training for young Caymanians in Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes.
Provision of quality road infrastructure across the islands.
Improving traffic management and road networks through immediate and long term road connectivity projects.
Maintenance of government buildings and civic centres.
Professional project management and consulting services for government buildings and other facilities.
Vehicle procurement and maintenance.
Supporting the Central Planning Authority and Development Control Board in regulating all forms of physical development in the Cayman Islands.
Facilitating and coordinating the review and completion of development plans for Grand Cayman.
Processing development applications in a timely and efficient manner, and ensure that development is in compliance with the Development and Planning Laws and Regulations.
Preparation of development plans for Grand Cayman.
National hurricane preparedness and response.
Provide timely and comprehensive professional planning advice and input into the National Planning Initiative.