LABSCA Demolishes illegal structures in Ikorodu

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00:00The Lagos State Building Control Agency, LAPSCAR, has been actively involved in enforcing building

00:11regulations across Lagos State, with a focus on ensuring safety and compliance with urban

00:18planning laws.

00:19Recently, the agency has been conducting demolition activities in the agric bus stop area of Ikorodu

00:26as part of its efforts to address illegal structures and provide sustainable development.

00:33In line with its mandate, LAPSCAR has issued final quit notices to illegal occupants in

00:40the agric bus stop area of Ikorodu.

00:43This move is part of the state government's broader strategy for urban regeneration and

00:48sustainable development aimed at creating livable and secure communities.

00:54The agency has emphasized that illegal structures pose environmental and security risks, which

01:01the government is determined to address.

01:03However, there have been concerns raised by residents regarding the demolition notices.

01:10Some residents have protested, claiming that the notices were issued without prior warnings

01:16and that the buildings targeted are neither distressed nor newly constructed.

01:21They suspect foul play, alleging that some individuals might be using the agency to

01:26acquire land for resale.

01:36LAPSCAR's enforcement strategy involves issuing notices to owners of distressed or non-compliant

01:42buildings, requiring them to either rectify the issues or face demolition.

01:47The agency conducts thorough engineering appraisals before taking action, ensuring

01:53that all demolitions are in line with the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and

01:58Development Law of 2019 as amended.

02:03In recent weeks, LAPSCAR has demolished over 15 distressed buildings across Lagos State,

02:09including structures built on drainage channels and those failing structural integrity tests.

02:16The agency emphasizes that the cost of demolition will be borne by the owners of such buildings.

02:22The demolition activities by LAPSCAR in Agrikbostorp, Ikorodou, reflect the agency's commitment

02:29to enforcing building regulations and promoting sustainable urban development.

02:34While there are concerns among residents, the agency's actions are guided by legal

02:40frameworks aimed at ensuring safety and compliance with urban planning standards.