Designing Marine Spatial Planning Legislation for Implementation: A Guide for Legal Drafters.

Abstract: 

The guide is designed for legal drafters in charge of establishing marine spatial planning regulations. It aims to provide methodological support for drafting the MSP legislation.  

Country: 
Year: 
May 2020
Application in MSP: 
Unknown effect
Sectors: 
Not sector specific
Type of Issue: 
Coexistence of uses
Economic aspects
Environment aspects
Resilience to climate change
Safety aspects
Social aspects
Stakeholders
Type of practice: 
Guidance
Methodology
Stage of MSP cycle: 
Vision and aims
Develop and implement plan

QUESTIONS THIS PRACTICE MAY HELP ANSWER:

  • What are the legal implications of MSP?
  • How is a marine spatial planning legislation drafted?

IMPLEMENTATION CONTEXT:

The guide was prepared by the Blue Prosperity Coalition, a partnership of NGOs, academic institutions, foundations, and other organisations, working together to assist governments in developing and implementing marine spatial plans.

ASPECTS / OBJECTIVES:

The document aims to guide legal drafters through the process of compiling marine spatial planning legislation. 

METHOD:

The guide summarises the main components of the MSP legislation and provides examples of existing regulations in different countries. 

MAIN OUTPUTS / RESULTS:

The authors provide recommendations for the establishment of marine spatial planning regulations. Examples of existing plans give illustrations for drafting such legislations. 

TRANSFERABILITY:

The guidelines can be applied by legal drafters in any MSP process.      

Responsible Entity: 

Blue Prosperity Coalition 

Environmental Law Institute 

Animals | Environment PLLC 

Costs / Funding Source: 

Waitt Foundation 

Contact person: 

Blue Prosperity Coalition: https://www.blueprosperity.org/partners