20% of Jamaican land is still owned by the government as Crown land.
Historic estates are protected by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust.
All beaches are public, even those beside private land.
Squatter’s rights allow ownership after 12 years of occupation.
Many rural lands have no registered title, complicating sales.
Foreign buyers can purchase but must register funds with BOJ.
Some parishes sit on active fault lines affecting building rules.
Agricultural land is restricted and cannot be freely developed.
Gated communities have surged since the 2000s across Jamaica.
Airbnb growth is driving up coastal property values.
