Consultant town planners have reiterated the need for government at the federal and state levels to prepare and implement physical development plans that align with social, economic and technological realities in the country. He said the idea of infrastructure provision before plot development should be reconsidered and advocated a more vibrant urban development bank for infrastructure growth. We need to revisit the planning application/permit process, speed and efficiency and physical planning institutional framework. ATOPCON President, Adebisi Adedire, expressed concern that the challenges faced in implementing physical development plans are significant ranging from economic uncertainties to social inequalities, and environmental threats to technological disruptions. He noted that effective physical planning incorporates strategies such as surveillance, and territorial reinforcement.

Source: The Guardian May 20, 2024 15:14 UTC