As the local authorities, MDB is responsible in executing the policies and strategies towards organized development:
- MDB structure plans (1992-2010)
- Kedah’s structure plans (2001-2020)
- Successful Kedah action plan (2001-2010)
- Preparing land usage comprehensive plans
- Suggestion of programs and guidelines of development
- Standardizing development in the whole of MDB
- Involving the public in local planning