Tension mounts in Parklands as cracks appear in the pillars of a controversial 14-storey building illegally constructed by Ameey Homes along Taza Lane.
The visible cracks have sparked fear among residents due to the potential danger they pose.
Despite a court order halting construction, the developer, Ameey Homes, has continued work, reportedly boasting of political protection.
A structural engineer, inspecting the site on Monday 25th March 2024, discovered significant cracks in four beams, raising concerns about structural integrity.
The rushed construction, disregarding regulations on working hours and days, further compounds safety worries.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s support for high-rise development in affluent areas like Kileleshwa and Lavington has stirred controversy.
Critics accuse the administration of prioritizing construction over safety and adherence to regulations, with some blaming government agencies for permitting illegalities through dubious approvals.
Amidst the city’s expanding population, concerns persist about the disregard for construction standards and the preservation of upscale neighborhoods’ aesthetics and safety standards.
The county boss maintained that the construction of high-rise buildings would continue, adding that there would no longer be restrictions.
His statement comes amid Nairobians’ lamentation that the face of the city’s lavish suburbs is being shattered.
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According to the city residents, it was unfortunate that the government agencies were overlooking laid-down rules governing how the construction of houses should be conducted in upper-class residential areas
