Lagos State Government has announced plans to introduce a new building code in 2025 aimed at establishing high-performance standards for a sustainable and smart city.
The initiative seeks to align Lagos with international standards by setting regulations for construction design, land use, and building materials to enhance health, safety, and sustainability.
Dr. Olajide Babatunde, Special Adviser to the Governor on e-GIS and Urban Development, revealed this at the Lagos State Executive Council Retreat on the Domestication of the Lagos Building Code, held on Wednesday at Ikeja GRA.
The announcement was conveyed in a statement issued on Thursday by Gboyega Akosile, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Lagos State Governor.
“We have been working on the domestication of the National Building Code, and by next year, we are going to have our own brand-new Lagos Building Code,” Babatunde said.
Babatunde further highlighted that the Lagos State Government has collaborated with professional bodies, academics, market women, and the general public through a participatory approach.
He explained that the Lagos Building Code will regulate building control, planning permissions, and address issues such as setbacks, environmental safety, and sustainability, while also helping to prevent building collapses.
He added that the code is designed to complement the existing regulatory framework and provide a comprehensive solution to challenges related to land use, physical development, and urban planning.
