LASBCA Seals Over 10 Buildings in Victory Estate, Ejigbo for Code Violations
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has sealed more than 10 buildings at Victory Estate in the Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) for failing to comply with the State’s building codes and regulations.
The General Manager of LASBCA, Arc. Gbolahan Oki, revealed that most of the affected buildings lacked the necessary building plan approvals from the State Government, which is a direct violation of the law.
Oki explained that the agency had previously issued multiple contravention notices to the property owners and developers in an effort to encourage compliance, but these warnings were ignored, prompting the enforcement action.
He urged building owners and developers to take advantage of the Lagos State Government’s ongoing Amnesty Programme, facilitated by the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA), to regularize their building documents before the program ends on December 31, 2024.
Reaffirming the government’s dedication to ensuring safety within the built environment, Oki stressed that enforcement of building codes is crucial to protecting lives and property. He warned that violators would face the full weight of the law, serving as a deterrent to others.
The State Government remains committed to maintaining order in the construction industry through rigorous monitoring, supervision, and enforcement of regulations.