Regional self-government organizations urge ministry reform on building safety

On March 11, 2026, the District Self-Government Organizations (EOA) sent a letter to the Ministry of Interior expressing concerns over inconsistencies in the ministry's approach to dangerous versus common-interest buildings. The EOA argue that while the ministry insists on strictly enforcing current legislation for dangerous buildings, it fails to prioritize the enforcement of existing laws for common-interest properties, which fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Lands and Surveys. The organizations suggest that a single, unified legislative framework should be created, removing regulations from the Streets and Buildings Regulation Law to a standalone, modern statute. The EOA point out that a functional service could improve maintenance and safety by enforcing the appointment of management committees and maintaining updated registries. They claim this approach, similar to systems in countries like Germany and France, would address long-standing oversight issues. Furthermore, they call for an adjustment of proposed fees in the draft bill to reflect actual administrative costs. They believe this shift is necessary to ensure proactive maintenance and reduce the rising number of dangerous buildings.