Spatial Planning

Vision: To create sustainable, inclusive, and well-structured townships, rural and peri-urban environments within Gwanda District that enhance the quality of life for all communities by 2030.
Mission: To guide, manage, and promote the efficient use of land and spatial resources within Gwanda Rural District through strategic planning, effective land use management, policy implementation, and inclusive community engagement.
Core functions:
- Preparation and implementation of Spatial Development Frameworks (SDFs) for the district.
- Administration of land use planning through zoning, development permits, and site inspections.
- Strategic planning for rural service centers, growth points, and peri-urban areas.
- Development and enforcement of local planning policies in line with national legislation.
- Integration of environmental sustainability into planning processes.
- Promotion of community participation in planning and development initiatives.
- Utilization of GIS technology for spatial data analysis and informed decision-making.
Strategic objectives:
- Promote orderly and sustainable development across Gwanda Rural District.
- Improve access to land and basic services in rural and peri-urban areas.
- Support local economic development through efficient land use planning.
- Enhance planning, governance and institutional capacity.
- Integrate disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation into spatial planning.
Department functions:
Spatial Planning Officer (HOD)
Estates Section
Development Control Section
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Survey Section




Vision
Mission
Core Values
To be an advisory and consultative unit for good corporate governance by 2030.
To monitor that control and risk management systems are adhered to.
- to provide consultative service to council
- to evaluate compliance to plans, policies, procedures, laws and regulations
- to appraise on the efficiency and effectiveness of resource usage
Technical Services
To ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high-quality goods and services for Council while fostering strong supplier relationships
Audit
To be an advisory and consultative unit for good corporate governance by 2030.
Roads and Projects
The Projects department of Gwanda Rural District Council is responsible for the planning, design, construction
Social Services
To uplift the standard of living within the communities by providing quality and affordable education, health and community services