Lagos agency partially demolishes illegal structures in Surulere

The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has taken action against illegal structures in Surulere, carrying out a partial demolition behind Barracks Bus Stop. This enforcement followed repeated statutory notices and the owners' persistent failure to comply with building regulations.

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The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has partially demolished illegal structures behind Barracks Bus Stop in Surulere.

The agency stated that the affected structures violated the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law. Inspections revealed that the buildings encroached on spaces designated for safety, accessibility, and proper physical planning, exceeding approved setback limits. Furthermore, the developers could not produce valid statutory approval documents.

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The enforcement followed repeated statutory notices and the owners’ failure to comply with building regulations.

LASBCA emphasized that these buildings contravened state building codes and construction regulations, posing risks to lives, adjacent properties, and the environment. Despite receiving contravention and enforcement notices, and being given opportunities to regularize the developments, the owners did not comply, leading to the partial demolition of the offending sections.

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The affected structures contravened the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law and the approved building regulations.

The agency reiterated its commitment to monitoring building developments and ensuring compliance with approved standards to protect public safety and promote sustainable urban development. LASBCA urged property owners and developers to secure the necessary planning permits and building approvals before starting construction, and to strictly adhere to approved plans. The agency warned that disregard for statutory notices and regulations would result in sanctions, and encouraged residents to report illegal developments to aid in maintaining a safe and well-regulated built environment.

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The agency also said the developers failed to produce valid statutory approval documents for the developments.