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The Digest:
Lagos State Government has demanded that 176 illegal estate developments regularize their layout approvals within 21 days. The estates, mainly in the rapidly growing areas of Eti-Osa, Ajah, and Lekki, face scrutiny for undermining sustainable urban planning.
Key Points:
- 176 estates flagged for lacking mandatory layout approvals in Lagos.
- Affected areas include Eti-Osa, Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe.
- Estates listed after an extensive audit by the Ministry of Physical Planning.
- Estates such as Adron Homes and Royal View Estate are affected.
- Lagos aims for organized, safe urban growth aligned with the T.H.E.M.E.S+ agenda.
- Developers given 21 days to submit documents to the Ministry.
- The action targets developers not registered with the Lagos Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA).
The 21-day ultimatum underscores Lagos' commitment to controlled urban expansion, with compliance shaping the future of sustainable city development
Sources: Daily Post, Vanguard, Punch