Jan. 16, 2023

…Carries out enforcement exercises around in Ikeja

The General Manager of Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA), Kehinde Osinaike has reiterated the resolve of the Authority to reduce to the barest minimum the existence of illegal developments in Lagos State.

Osinaike stated this while leading the Monitoring and Compliance Unit of LASPPPA in enforcement exercises around the Ikeja Area of the State.

Speaking to journalists on the exercise, Osinaike disclosed that the focus on the Area was a result of reports of flagrant disregard to contravention notices and stop work orders served to structures in the Area.

Osinaike implored Owners/Developers to imbibe the norm of voluntary compliance to Physical Planning Permit Laws as it is of immense benefit to both the Developers and the Public.

He said, “Voluntary compliance saves money that would have been used in paying penal fees on the side of the Developer when apprehended and also ensures the safety of lives and properties amongst others.

Osinaike encouraged the building public to always endeavour to obtain Planning Permit which has been made faster through reforms put in place by the Authority.

He attested to the Authority’s resolve to complete the processing of the Planning Permit within 10 working Days provided the applicants submit all necessary documents including evidence of tax payment.

The General Manager applauded Owners/Developers who have already embraced the culture of voluntary compliance, urging prospective land owners to always visit the nearest Town Planning Office to the location of the land in speculation before purchasing so that they could be guided on whether the land is approvable or not and not fall into the hands of scammers.

Osinaike further revealed that the Authority has increased the number of its District Offices to expand its coverage and make more available its services to the public.

He urged the public to cooperate with LASPPPA to achieve a sustainable Lagos by reporting any violation of Physical Planning Permit Laws to the Authority’s Headquarters or any of her District Offices closest to them.