Appiatse: The Government has placed a temporary hold on the approval of building and development permits in parts of Appiatse, a community in the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality that was destroyed by an explosion in 2022. The decision is part of ongoing efforts to complete phase three of the Appiatse Redevelopment Project, which aims to provide safe housing and essential services for families affected by the incident.
According to Ghana News Agency, this was announced in a press statement issued by the Municipal Information Services Officer for Prestea Huni-Valley Municipal Assembly, Madam Matilda Ansah, on behalf of the assembly. The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has emphasized that the land designated for the next phase of the project must be protected to ensure the smooth and timely completion of the redevelopment.
The statement further clarified that no new private developments would be permitted within the designated redevelopment area until further notice. "The Municipal Assembly understands that this directive may affect some individuals and wishes to assure residents that the measure is temporary and aimed at serving the greater good of the community," the statement added.
In light of this directive, the assembly has appealed to landowners, developers, and residents to exercise patience and cooperate fully with the process. The statement assured residents that the government is committed to rebuilding Appiatse in a manner that is safe, orderly, and beneficial to all those who were affected.
It also called on community leaders, traditional authorities, and all stakeholders to support the initiative. Residents seeking clarification are encouraged to visit or contact the Information Services Department or the Physical Planning Department for guidance.