The Ayawaso West Municipal Assembly has issued a two-month ultimatum to property owners with unapproved developments to regularise their building permits.
According to a statement issued by the Assembly and signed by the Public Relations Officer, Jacob Shamatey, on behalf of the Municipal Chief Executive, the directive follows the increasing number of unauthorised structures across the Municipality—some reportedly built with questionable permits allegedly issued by other Assemblies.
The statement noted that some of the affected developments include large buildings sited dangerously close to major roads. It also stressed that the Assembly was legally established in 2018, and therefore, all valid building permits must bear its official endorsement.
To address the issue, the Assembly disclosed it had commenced a comprehensive inventory of unpermitted buildings in key areas such as Shiashie, Airport Residential Area, Roman Ridge, Dzorwulu, East Legon, West Legon, and other parts of the Municipality.
The statement explained that the exercise forms part of efforts to ensure full compliance with planning and building regulations and to safeguard public safety. It urged all affected property owners to take advantage of the grace period to engage the Assembly’s Physical Planning Department and complete the regularisation process.
It also cautioned that at the end of the two-month window, the Assembly would implement strict enforcement actions, including the issuance of stop-work orders, demolition of unauthorised structures, and prosecution of offenders in accordance with the law.
The statement further emphasised that the initiative aims to promote orderly development, protect residents, and position the Municipality as a preferred destination for both investors and homeowners. It also urged all property owners to present relevant documentation without delay to avoid disruptions or legal sanctions.
