The State Housing Company Limited (SHC) has issued a final notice to individuals and developers encroaching on its lands and properties nationwide, warning of imminent legal and enforcement action.
In a press release issued in Accra, the company said the directive forms part of a broader collaboration with the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources and aligns with government efforts to safeguard state assets.
According to SHC, a recent nationwide land audit uncovered “significant levels” of unauthorised occupation, encroachment and development on lands and properties belonging to the company across various parts of the country.
Management said such activities undermine its mandate to provide quality and affordable housing for Ghanaians.
The company has therefore directed all persons, groups, entities and developers occupying, developing, selling, leasing or laying claim to any SHC land or property without valid and verifiable documentation issued by the company to cease such activities immediately.
SHC reminded the public that state lands are protected under the Land Act, 2020 (Act 1036), which outlines procedures for the management and recovery of such lands. It stressed that unauthorised occupation constitutes both a criminal and civil offence.
Regularisation window
The company is offering a 21-day window for persons who have encroached upon or are currently occupying SHC lands or properties without valid documentation to regularise their status, where applicable.
Affected persons are required to halt all development activities immediately and report to any SHC office nationwide within 21 days of the notice for verification. They are also expected to submit a formal application for regularisation of their interest in the land or property, subject to the company’s planning and zoning requirements.
Enforcement measures
SHC warned that failure to comply within the stipulated period will trigger decisive action. These may include legal proceedings, demolition of unauthorised structures, recovery of lands and properties, and collaboration with state security agencies and other relevant authorities to enforce compliance.
Public advisory
The company further advised members of the public to conduct due diligence in all land and property transactions and to verify documentation directly with SHC.
It cautioned that it will not be liable for losses arising from dealings with unauthorised persons, stressing that the notice is intended to protect state assets, ensure orderly development and uphold the rule of law.
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