Revised legislation on dangerous buildings expected in Cyprus by year-end following Limassol balcony collapse
Following a balcony collapse in a hazardous Limassol building, the Technical Chamber of Cyprus (Etek) anticipates new legislative reforms on dangerous buildings by the end of the year. The incident involved a balcony falling from the fifth floor of a building already declared dangerous and reveals the urgent need for stronger regulatory measures.
Currently, around 1,100 buildings in Limassol are classified as dangerous. Etek’s Secretary General, Andreas Theodotou, highlighted the necessity to grant greater authority to Town Planning Offices to quickly seal and repair unsafe structures without waiting for owner consent. Discussions also include funding mechanisms to enable immediate safety actions with costs recoverable from owners.
Mandatory regular building inspections and strengthened legislation on jointly owned properties are seen as vital steps to prevent future tragedies. These reforms aim to streamline procedures, improve public safety, and ensure timely maintenance, reducing structural risks especially in aging apartment blocks.
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