Zemun residents claim illegal construction continues despite closure order

Residents in Zemun, Serbia, are raising alarms over the persistent construction of a hospitality venue, which they claim is illegal and continues despite official intervention. Approximately 20 families and property owners in the streets of Njegoševa, Borčanska, and along Kej oslobođenja have voiced their complaints, citing ongoing work under their windows.

According to the residents, the construction site was officially sealed by the building inspectorate. However, they allege that "reconstruction of the main building" has proceeded unabated. The situation has led to significant disturbances, including nighttime noise and smoke emanating from the venue's kitchen, severely impacting the quality of life for those living nearby.

Adding to their distress, residents claim they have faced threats of physical violence when attempting to address the issue through legal channels. They reported that appeals to the law were met with intimidation, including threats of broken limbs. In response to these alleged threats and the ongoing construction, the building's assembly has decided to pursue collective legal action, and the case has also been reported to the police.

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When we appealed to the law, we were met with threats of broken hands and legs.