The Enugu State Geographic Information System, ENGIS, has announced a 90-day amnesty window for property owners without approved building plans to regularize their properties in the state, effective Friday, 27th of February, 2026.
An official statement issued by the Managing Director, ENGIS, Chiwetalu Nwatu, states the amnesty is part of ongoing efforts to enforce structured urban development and strengthen regulatory compliance across the state.
“The initiative, which will be implemented in collaboration with relevant planning authorities, offers owners of existing buildings an opportunity to obtain proper approvals and avoid future sanctions.”
“This window is not punitive; it is an opportunity for property owners to come into compliance without penalties while helping the state build a more organized and secure urban environment,” Nwatu explains.
“Under the amnesty, property owners without approved plans are required to submit as-built drawings for approval through ENGIS.”
“Those without existing drawings have been advised to engage certified architects to prepare as-built plans reflecting the current state of their structures and submit within the amnesty period,” Nwatu advised.
“The measure is designed to improve compliance, sanitize the built environment, and reinforce orderly physical development in line with the administration’s urban planning agenda,” ENGIS MD reiterates.
Revealing the long-term plan of the agency to ensure the state grows in a planned and sustainable manner, even as property owners are protected Nwatu stated, “No building plan approval will henceforth be granted without a registered land title, noting that acceptable documents include a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) or a registered Deed of Assignment.”
Hence no construction on sites should commence without both a valid land title and an approved building plan issued by ENGIS and other appropriate authorities like the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), or designated town planning offices.
“Individuals and Corporate bodies holding land under Power of Attorney arrangements should regularize their documentation by registering proper title instruments, to ensure eligibility for approvals and full legal protection,” ENGIS boss said.
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