The Lagos State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development has warned against erecting buildings without building planning permit, saying that such structures risk heavy penalties and demolition.
Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Olumide Oluyinka gave the warning during intensified public engagement to increase compliance with building planning permit regulations to achieve its target of 40,000 approvals annually.
He said the engagement is designed to raise public awareness on the importance of obtaining planning permits before commencing any form of development.
Oluyinka noted that the state has 57 district offices where residents can submit applications without using intermediaries.
He stressed that applicants must show proof of land ownership and up-to-date tax clearance before approval can be granted.
The commissioner urged residents to view the permit process as an investment in safety and legality rather than a burden, noting that it also enhanced the value and bankability of property.
