FCTA Demolishes 11-Storey Building in Abuja for Safety Violations
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has demolished an 11-storey building estate in Apo-Dutse, Abuja. The action was taken due to the developers' persistent violation of building regulations and disregard for safety standards.
The estate, comprising 11 storey buildings, was constructed directly beneath a high-tension power line and on the route of a proposed bridge in the district. Despite repeated directives from the FCTA, the developers continued construction, leading to the demolition. The FCTA is now considering prosecuting the developers and recovering the cost of demolition as part of the sanctions. The developers were initially allocated the plot in error and their building plan application was declined due to safety concerns. They were offered alternative plots but had not accepted the offer before proceeding with the illegal construction. The FCTA has recently intensified enforcement of building and land-use regulations across Abuja to restore the city's master plan. The affected estate is not eligible for compensation as it lacked the necessary development approval.
The demolition of the 11-storey building estate in Apo-Dutse serves as a stern warning to other developers in Abuja. The FCTA's commitment to enforcing building regulations and maintaining safety is clear. The developers' disregard for these regulations has resulted in significant consequences, including the loss of their property and potential legal action.
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