Illegal Constructions Emerge in Southern Tangier
In the southern entrance of Tangier, particularly along the Rabat axis in the Achraka district of Hjar Nahl, a troubling trend of illegal construction is unfolding. Despite repeated warnings from local authorities, the area is increasingly becoming a hotspot for unauthorized developments, which are appearing at an alarming rate. This chaotic landscape is particularly concerning as it borders the prestigious Mohammed VI Tanger Tech city, a key showcase for technological and economic advancement in the region. The lack of proper urban planning is starkly highlighted by this uncontrolled growth, as reported by the daily newspaper Al Akhbar.
Urban Planning Failures and Real Estate Exploitation
According to reliable sources, a recent study conducted by technical services aimed at establishing roundabouts in several rural municipalities, including Achraka, revealed a significant oversight: the area lacks any urban planning documentation. There are no development plans or master schemes in place that would facilitate road mapping, boulevard organization, or the design of roundabouts. This regulatory void has transformed the sector into a prime target for real estate lobbies, who, operating in secrecy, have been clandestinely subdividing parcels of land before selling them to buyers, many of whom are local or from other regions. The resulting urban disfigurement is particularly glaring, given that the area overlooks the prestigious Mohammed VI Tanger Tech, which serves as a crucial economic and technological hub for the metropolis.
Furthermore, the same sources indicate that the competent authorities have been largely unresponsive to reports urging the implementation of monthly aerial reconnaissance to monitor illegal constructions. Such a strategy could offer dual benefits: it would hold officials accountable for every new structure, regardless of its legitimacy, and ensure continuous oversight, requiring detailed explanations for each assessment. This approach would place officials under a genuine test of diligence in monitoring illegal constructions and enforcing urban regulations.
However, these effective proposals have consistently been overlooked by the relevant services, as noted by Al Akhbar. The rise of illegal construction represents a significant challenge for the Interior Ministry’s services in Tangier, particularly as the area, which is now encroaching upon urban space, is experiencing accelerated expansion and hosts critical investment platforms.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
