Kuwait Municipality: Decline in encroachments on state property due to increased public awareness of regulations and laws - Sarmad

(KUNA) — The Kuwait Municipality confirmed on Monday that the significant decline in the number of encroachments on state land is due to heightened awareness among citizens and residents and their understanding of municipal bylaws and regulations. Mohammad Al-Jalawi, a member of the central team at the Office of the Municipality’s Director General, praised the cooperation of citizens and residents with the municipality’s campaign, “Kuwait is More Beautiful Without Encroachments,” noting that the highest proportion of demolitions under the campaign were voluntary and carried out by and through them. Al-Jalawi stated that the monitoring and demolition operations continue daily in several governorates through field teams, expressing gratitude to government entities that have collaborated with the municipality since the campaign’s launch, including the Ministries of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, the Ministry of Interior, and the Public Authority for Environmental Affairs. He clarified that the campaign initially focused on removing the most prominent encroachments, such as erecting green fences around house setbacks and building diwaniyas on street sidewalks, which were among the most dangerous violations for neighbors and contributed to a rise in traffic accidents. He added that violations in residential areas threatened pedestrian safety, obstructed visibility, and presented an uncivilized appearance. The municipality encouraged citizens and residents to follow its official social media accounts to benefit from awareness messages and guidance that will be published regularly, and to contact the municipality to inquire about regulatory requirements, thereby facilitating their procedures and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.