LAND ADMINISTRATION.

LEGAL AUTHORITY

Act. No. 13 of May 16, 1962, as amended, known as the Puerto Rico Lands Administration Act. Reorganization Plan No. 4 of June 22, 1994, as amended, created the Department of Economic Development and Commerce and abscribed the Lands Administration to the Department.

MISSION

Acquire, conserve and develop lands for economic, social and conservation projects that contribute to the well being and quality of life of Puerto Rico's citizens.

VISION

Acquire, sell, conserve, rent or develop lands for urban development, economic and/or social projects and guarantee, through the creation of land reserves the availability of lands for conservation or future development. Ensures land are used in accordance with established public policy.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

The Lands Administration is comprised of the following organizational units:

  • Governing Board
  • Properties Administration Office
  • Engineering Office
  • Budget and Finance Office
  • Human Resources and Labor Relations
  • General Services Office
  • Legal Services Office
  • Office of the Executive Director
  • Lands Development and Use Program


GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION

The Lands Administration is located at No. 171 Chardon Avenue, Suite 101 in Hato Rey.

PROGRAMMATIC STRUCTURE


POSITIONS FILLED

Authorized and Proposed Positions 2009 2010 2011 2012
Sept./08 Sept./09 Sept./10 Feb./11 Proj.

 

Total amount of positions 90 87 79 81 81

Data comes from the Agency's Certified Headcount Reports. Figures for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 were estimated during the budget formulation process.

PROGRAM

Acquisition, planning and development, disposition, leasing, and land reserve

Program Description

This program enables the socioeconomic development of Puerto Rico and fosters housing and economic development. It promotes commercial, tourism and industrial projects; the renovation of urban centers, landfills and transfers of urban development rights. It protects natural resources and the construction of public projects through land acquisition, disposal and rental. By creating land reserves, the Government of Puerto Rico guarantees their availability for future development. In addition, it oversees that lands are used in a way they benefit public interest and in accordance with established public policy.


Objectives

  • Acquire, sell, conserve, rent or develop the lands necessary to ensure the well being and quality of life of all citizens.
  • Guarantee, through the creation of land reserves, the availability of land for future development or conservation.
  • Ensure that land is used in accordance with what is established by land use and development public policy.

Statistical Data 2010 2011 2012

 

Acres of land acquired 1 150 150
Acres of land leased 4,000 4,000 4,000
Acres of land sold 10 15 15
Customers served 44 100 100

The statistical date is information provided by the Agency during the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 budget preparation process.


Customers

The state and municipal government organisms, individuals, private entities and non-profit organizations

Human Resources

Authorized and Proposed Positions 2009 2010 2011 2012

Managerial,Technical, Administrative, and Office Staff 90 87 79 81
Total, Positions 90 87 79 81

FISCAL YEAR 2011-2012 ADOPTED BUDGET

The adopted consolidated budget for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 is $31,924,000. Funding from Revenue from Internal Sources is generated through land's sales and rentals. This income will be used to cover operational payroll expenses, payment for facilities and public services, transportation, and building and structure conservation.

$21,000,000 from Revenue from Internal Sources will be used to continue permanent improvement projects like the continuation of the Permanent Improvement Plan that will pay for the construction of structures to revitalize urban projects. In addition, promote, with the Department of Housing and other governmental agencies, housing development on agencies' lands. Establish industrial, commercial or tourist projects on agency's lands. This allocation reflects a reduction of $7,000,000 in comparison with Fiscal Year 2010-2011 due to the culmination of construction projects like the remodeling of the Paramount Theater and the Isabela Market Place.


SUMMARY OF AVAILABLE RESOURCES

Consolidated Budget  (thousands $) 2009 2010 2011 2012

 

Program  
Operational Expenses Actual Actual Budget Adopted
Acquisition, planning and development, disposition, leasing, and land reserve 7,686 8,659 10,576 10,879
Subtotal, Operational Expenses 7,686 8,659 10,576 10,879
 
Subsidies, Incentives and Donations
Acquisition, planning and development, disposition, leasing, and land reserve 0 9 37 45
Subtotal, Subsidies, Incentives and Donations 0 9 37 45
 
Capital Improvements
Acquisition, planning and development, disposition, leasing, and land reserve 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Subtotal, Capital Improvements 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Total, Program 64,920 13,605 38,613 31,924
 
Funding Sources  
Operational Expenses  
Revenues from Internal Sources 7,686 8,659 10,576 10,879
Subtotal, Operational Expenses 7,686 8,659 10,576 10,879
 
Subsidies, Incentives and Donations  
Revenues from Internal Sources 0 9 37 45
Subtotal, Subsidies, Incentives and Donations 0 9 37 45
 
Capital Improvements  
Revenues from Internal Sources 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Subtotal, Capital Improvements 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Total, Funding Sources 64,920 13,605 38,613 31,924
 
Expense Category  
Operational Expenses  
Payroll and Related Expenses 5,515 5,491 6,290 6,418
Rent and Utilities 396 371 445 445
Purchased Services 288 321 495 495
Donations, Subsidies, and Distributions 5 0 0 0
Transportation Expenses 107 35 40 40
Professional Services 987 874 700 800
Other Expenses 213 1,458 2,461 2,536
Equipment Purchases 87 65 80 80
Office Supplies and other Materials 44 41 50 50
Advertising and Media Expenses 44 3 15 15
Subtotal, Operational Expenses 7,686 8,659 10,576 10,879
 
Subsidies, Incentives and Donations  
Incentives and Subsidies for Services to Citizens 0 9 37 45
Subtotal, Subsidies, Incentives and Donations 0 9 37 45
 
Capital Improvements  
Capital Improvements Program 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Subtotal, Capital Improvements 57,234 4,937 28,000 21,000
Total, Expense Category 64,920 13,605 38,613 31,924