Demolition Notices In Lagos

If you have just received a demolition notice in Lagos, one of the most strategic decisions you can take is to get independent legal advise. There are a number of reasons why that is strategic, the most important being that, in a dispute scenario, especially one involving a high-profile and influential counterparty like a sub-national government, perspective and objectivity changes everything, including whether or not you get compensation, and how best to go about it.

The facts of each matter will differ, but an independent legal perspective can often change the entire trajectory of your case.

What is a Demolition Notice

A demolition notice is a formal document issued by the Lagos State Government (often through agencies like LASBCA) to inform a property owner that their structure will be pulled down, usually within a fixed number of days. A demolition notice is usually the last step in a chain of regulatory warnings, and by the time you receive one, the