Lagos Extends Building Permit Amnesty to Dec 31, the Lagos State Government has extended the amnesty period for property owners and developers without Planning Permits until December 31, 2024. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced this extension at the Lagos Physical Planning Summit, held at Eko Hotels and Suites.
Lagos Extends Building Permit Amnesty to Dec 31
This extension offers property owners in Lagos an additional opportunity to obtain the required permits for their buildings without facing penalties or extra charges. Initially, the amnesty began as a 90-day window from May 2 to July 30, 2024, and was later extended to October. With this latest extension, owners now have until the end of the year to comply with planning regulations.
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Governor Sanwo-Olu explained that the extended deadline aims to encourage more owners and developers to regularize their physical planning approvals, alleviating economic pressures in the sector and fostering compliance. The amnesty program is part of a broader effort to create a more organized, livable, and sustainable Lagos.
Additionally, the Governor introduced a Physical Planning Permit Barcode at the summit. This barcode will be issued to buildings with approved permits, allowing regulatory officers to quickly verify approvals and minimizing unnecessary interference by officials. The Governor emphasized that the summit is essential to transforming Lagos into a resilient, sustainable 21st-century megacity and highlighted his commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability through enhanced urban planning.
