He said the state's land use policy took into consideration all aspects of economic development, social well-being and environmental balance and integrity.
A national land use policy will harmonize conflicting claims emanating from previous land laws passed, as it provides the framework on the appropriate use of land in a given area.
It is the highest policy-making body on land use and resolves land use policy conflicts between or among all agencies, branches, levels or subdivision of the government.
Introducing age-friendly language into provincial land use policy would provide clear direction for municipal leaders who need to focus scarce resources where they can have the most impact.