Housing Ministry stops unauthorised construction of Brickdam supermarket 

See below the full release from the Central Housing and Planning Authority: 

The Ministry of Housing, through the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), has taken decisive enforcement action to stop unauthorized construction works for a proposed supermarket at Lot 72 Brickdam and Brummel Place, Georgetown.

An inspection conducted by CH&PA’s Enforcement and Compliance Department confirmed that construction commenced without seeking approval from CH&PA or the relevant regulatory agencies. No planning permission was ever issued for the development, nor is there any application pending before the Authority.

As a result, the proprietor of the building was formally served with a Notice of Contravention in accordance with the Town and Country Planning Act, Cap. 20:01, ordering the immediate cessation of all unauthorized works. The notice was served at the residence of the proprietor and a copy affixed at the construction site.

The CH&PA firmly reminds all businesses, developers, and property owners that the Authority is the first point of engagement for all construction and commercial development permits. Adherence to zoning laws and planning regulations is not only mandatory but critical to safeguarding orderly and sustainable development.

The Authority reiterates its commitment to supporting legitimate investment and projects that align with national planning standards, uplift communities, and contribute positively to urban development, while taking uncompromising action against any attempt to circumvent the law.