Six-story building evacuated in Bahçelievler after construction causes wall damage

A six-story apartment building in Bahçelievler was evacuated overnight as a precautionary measure after its retaining wall sustained damage due to ongoing construction work next door. Residents heard concerning sounds emanating from the building's columns, prompting immediate evacuation. The damage to the retaining wall has raised serious structural concerns for the 15-apartment building. Vefa Kuşener, the contractor responsible for the adjacent construction, stated that the original, legally permitted project for the affected building included three basement levels. However, he claims the structure was only built to one basement level, with two additional illegal floors added above ground. This alleged deviation from the approved plans may have contributed to the current instability. Authorities are assessing the structural integrity of the evacuated building and investigating the cause of the damage.

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The adjacent building has three basement floors in its old licensed project. However, the building was left at the level of 1 basement floor, and two illegal floors were added to the upper parts.