Georgetown: The City Engineers Department Monday had cause to remove the pickets installed on the parapet by Singh’s Roti Shop located at the corner of Carmichael and New Market Street Cummingburg Georgetown.
As such the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Georgetown is urging Business owner not to carry out any form of construction on its thoroughfares without the requisite permission from the City Engineers Department, according to Debra Lewis Public Relations Officer (ag).
During a visit around the City it was observed that Sing’s Roti Shop had installed metal pickets on the pavements in front of the premises. According to the City Engineer Colvern Venture the owner was not given any permission to do any such construction.
The owner of the Building had requested permission in writing to install the metal picket on the parapet. After receiving an application from the business owner the Engineers conducted a site visit to determine the suitability of the location for the installation of pickets.
The permission was not granted based on the advice of the Engineer that the installation of picket would result in serious traffic hazard, since the area is an intersection. Also, motorists that are desirous of parking have to do so in the carriageway, which can result in accidents. According to the City Engineer the actions of owner can result in harm to pedestrians and motorists. However, the owners still disregarded the recommendation of the Council and went ahead and installed the pickets.
The Council wants to implore prospective builder in the City to seek the permission of the Municipality before they begin construction. This permission must be given in writing by the City Engineer’s Department.
It is illegal to construct or place anything on the Council’s thoroughfares without the permission of the Council. Also, the Council can remove any such construction that was not duly authorized.
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