POT Cartagena: así se construye el nuevo modelo de ocupación territorial

El proceso de revisión y ajuste del Plan de Ordenamiento Territorial (POT) de Cartagena sigue avanzando, con el objetivo de actualizar este instrumento y así cumplir una deuda que tiene la ciudad desde hace varios años.

POT Cartagena: así se construye el nuevo modelo de ocupación territorial

TL;DR

  • The Territorial Development Plan (POT) for Cartagena is 70% complete, with the formulation phase underway since September.
  • The plan aims to ensure equitable distribution of resources and opportunities, addressing disparities in access to services and public spaces.
  • It tackles the housing deficit, particularly in impoverished areas, and seeks solutions for informal settlements in risk zones.
  • Demographic shifts, including an aging population and an increase in households, are key considerations for future urban planning.
  • The plan emphasizes creating new urban centers, densifying accessible areas, and enhancing public spaces and economic development.
  • Citizen participation is a core component, with ongoing town hall meetings to gather input for the plan's strategies and projects.
  • The goal is to have the POT documents ready by the first quarter of 2026, following environmental and municipal approvals.