The Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) has issued a stern warning to property owners, developers, and residents to refrain from breaking seals placed on properties by the Authority. Such actions are illegal and subject to prosecution under the law.
The General Manager, Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority, Tpl Kehinde Osinailke, who disclosed this in his office recently, emphasised that sealed properties must have been confirmed to be in violation of the Lagos State Planning Permit Law before property owners are given a Contravention Notice.
He stated that, rather than take the law into their own hands, affected individuals are strongly advised to visit the relevant LASPPPA District Office to resolve the issue before enforcement teams are deployed to seal the property.
Osinailke reiterated that once a property has been sealed, any attempt to break or remove the seal constitutes a serious offence. Offenders will face the full wrath of the law, as the government will not tolerate any act of defiance against its regulations.
The General Manager, therefore, urged all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the provisions of the planning laws and follow due process to avoid unpleasant consequences, imploring them to “Build Right Build By The Rule”.
