Gujranwala: The Municipal Corporation has issued notices to over 1,000 individuals with regard to illegal constructions – a news source reported.
The citizens concerned have been asked to submit approved plans of commercial and residential buildings. Several individuals have also taken the matter to court.
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Over 1,000 buildings have been constructed without approved plans in areas such as Satellite Town, Model Town and Civil Lines. These buildings have been declared illegal under the Punjab Local Government Act, 2013.
The building enforcement inspectors have asked citizens to submit approved plans of their commercial/residential units within three days. Violators will be dealt with accordingly.
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However, the petitioners argue that the buildings in question were constructed as per regulations. Mayor of the Municipal Corporation and enforcement inspector are respondents in the petition.