Legislative committee discusses funding for district organizations regarding dangerous buildings

On November 5, 2026, the Parliamentary Committee on Internal Affairs in Cyprus continued discussions on the 'Streets and Buildings Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Law of 2026'. The session focused on the roles and responsibilities of the District Self-Government Organizations (EOA) regarding the management of dangerous buildings.

Disagreements persist between the Ministry of Interior and the EOAs concerning the financial burden of these operations. DISY Member of Parliament Nikoleta Konstantinou stated that while the primary responsibility for building maintenance remains with private owners, the state must ensure that EOAs are provided with adequate administrative and financial resources before assigning them additional tasks.

The Parliament has signaled a willingness to allow time for the government and the EOAs to bridge their differences. The core priority remains the protection of human life and public safety through legislative reform that empowers the relevant authorities to intervene effectively. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the legal framework and ensure that all stakeholders are sufficiently equipped to address the issue of dilapidated structures.