The Planning and Development Authority (PDA) is partnering with stakeholders to undertake what it says is a comprehensive demolition drive to remove illegal structures along the nation’s roadsides.
The ongoing initiative, which began this month, aims to create a safer, and healthier environment by removing structures erected without permits, those in a state of disrepair, those occupying crown land without proper authorisation, and structures obstructing public roads.
A release from the Planning and Development Authority says unauthorised vending, roadside garages and other illegal structures, as well as the illegal storage of vehicle debris pose significant negative impacts on the environment and Grenada’s overall infrastructure.
The authority noted that the structures not only compromise public safety, but also contribute to visual clutter and the degradation of public spaces.
The Authority says it’s also concerned that the erection of unauthorised structures and illegally- stored material can become projectiles during adverse weather conditions.
