Egyptian Housing Minister Randa El-Menashy has issued 14 decisions to remove construction violations and encroachments in the new cities of Sadat, Akhmim, and Beni Suef. This move is part of the ministry's efforts to combat violations and encroachments, maintain the urban appearance of cities, and regulate urban planning. The decisions aim to prevent any illegal construction work or encroachments. According to the ministry, these actions are essential to uphold the law and ensure that construction adheres to the approved plans and regulations.
In Sadat city, the decisions target several construction violations on plots of land. These include construction work carried out without a license or legal basis, violating the terms and drawings of the issued licenses. Specifically, a residential plot in the 11th residential area saw the construction of a concrete structure for the first and second upper floors and columns for the third upper floor without a permit. Additionally, two plots in the second area of the "Ibni Beitak" project had violations, including pouring concrete for the roof and rear extension of the ground floor.
Further decisions in Sadat city concern other plots in the "Ibni Beitak" project and other areas. These include a plot in sector (B), area 3, where the rear extension was poured with reinforced concrete on the violating floors. Another plot in the Olive Tree area, adjacent 6, witnessed the construction of a basement and the annexation of the side lantern, both in violation. The ministry's actions also targeted a plot in sector (B), area 1 of "Ibni Beitak," where a basement was built in the entire rear extension, and the rear extension of the ground floor was constructed and poured with reinforced concrete.
The ministerial decisions also address violations in Beni Suef city. Here, a plot in the third district saw the construction of partitions from buildings in the front extension and the annexation of part of the side and rear extensions on the ground floor. Another plot in the same district involved building the entire roof surface and increasing the area beyond the 25% limit, violating the Construction Law No. 119 of 2008 and the construction drawings and license issued.
In Akhmim city, a decision was made to remove encroachments by an individual in the city belt area of the first district. The encroachments involved cultivating an area of approximately 7025 square meters on the assets of the New Urban Communities Authority, without a legal basis. This action reflects the ministry's resolve to protect public land and assets from illegal use.
The recent decisions by Minister El-Menashy underscore the Egyptian government's commitment to enforcing construction laws and regulations. By removing these violations and encroachments, the ministry aims to maintain the aesthetic and urban integrity of new cities. These actions also serve as a deterrent to potential violators, emphasizing the importance of adhering to legal and regulatory frameworks in construction projects.
The efforts of the Housing Ministry, under El-Menashy's leadership, demonstrate a proactive approach to managing urban development. By continuously monitoring and addressing construction violations, the ministry seeks to ensure that urban growth is organized and sustainable. This approach is crucial for maintaining the quality of life in new cities and ensuring that they develop in accordance with planned and regulated urban schemes.
Key points
- Egypt's Housing Minister Randa El-Menashy issues 14 decisions to remove construction violations.
- The decisions target violations in Sadat, Akhmim, and Beni Suef cities.
- The actions aim to maintain urban integrity and enforce construction laws.
