Businessman Raises Concerns Over Construction Activities Near Ikoyi Property

A businessman and politician, Hon. Kelvin Gabriel, has raised concerns over construction activities around his property on Glover Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, alleging that the development has affected his property and raised environmental and safety concerns.

Speaking with journalists in Lagos on Thursday, Gabriel claimed that construction work on a neighbouring property had extended close to his compound, which he said had caused inconvenience to his family.

According to him, construction materials had on some occasions fallen into his compound, allegedly damaging parts of his building and some of his vehicles.

Gabriel said that the vehicles were subsequently taken for repairs, adding that the incident had resulted in additional expenses.

He also raised concerns about the distance between the neighbouring development and his property, saying that he understood that planning regulations provide for prescribed setbacks and air spaces for buildings.

Lagos State regulations stipulate requirements relating to setbacks and air spaces, while building developments are also subject to planning permits and building-control procedures.

Gabriel said that he initially contacted the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) over his concerns and was subsequently directed to the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA).

He said that an inspection was later carried out and that the property under construction was sealed by the relevant authority, but alleged that the seal was subsequently removed.

He further said that his efforts to obtain clarification from the authorities had yet to resolve the matter, adding that the ongoing construction had affected his family’s ability to comfortably use their property.

However, a source at LASPPPA, who requested anonymity because he was not authorised to speak publicly on the matter, said that the issue was still under investigation.

The source said that the appropriate action would be taken after the relevant authorities had concluded their assessment.

LASBCA has previously stated that construction activities in Lagos are subject to planning permits, authorisation to commence construction and compliance with approved plans, setbacks and other building-control requirements.

The agency has also said that members of the public can report suspected building-control infractions for investigation.

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