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Basements Misused, Apartments Illegally Built

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KUWAIT CITY, April 29: In a series of field inspections across investment housing areas, engineers from the Capital Municipality uncovered multiple violations of building codes and land use regulations, prompting a wave of legal actions and warnings.

The inspection campaigns were carried out under the directives of the Director General of the Municipality, Engineer Manan Al-Asfour, and supervised by Dr. Salah Al-Khurainj, Director of the Engineering Follow-up and Audit Department.

Engineer Barak Ali, from the Engineering Violations Follow-up Department, reported visiting two investment plots within the Capital Governorate. “We issued official violation warnings and reports regarding unauthorized alterations to the properties,” he stated. “We are proceeding with legal measures, including either the removal of the violations by the property owners, licensing them if permissible, or escalating the matter through formal building code reports.”

Engineer Abdul Rashidi from the Engineering Follow-up and Audit Department also participated in the operations. He confirmed monitoring several infractions, including the unauthorized use of basements for storage or central kitchens, unauthorized expansion of structures, and unlicensed construction. “Several warnings were issued, and legal procedures were initiated through formal reporting,” he said.

Engineer Mohammed Ali Obaid of the Engineering Investigation and Follow-up Department further revealed that violations were detected both within and outside the approved boundaries of investment housing zones. “Basements intended solely for parking were converted into storage units or living quarters,” he noted. “Even ground floors have been subdivided—one section turned into a reception area, others into illegally built apartments. Some newly constructed areas do not exist in the original plans.”

The engineers confirmed that all violations have been documented and will be followed up with appropriate legal actions to enforce compliance with municipal regulations. The Capital Municipality reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining safety standards and lawful development across all investment zones.

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Fire Safety Crackdown: 33 Shops Warned in Shuwaikh Industrial Area

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: The General Fire Force carried out an inspection campaign on Monday evening in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, targeting shops and buildings found to violate safety and fire prevention regulations.

During the campaign, inspectors issued 33 notices and warnings to establishments that failed to meet required safety standards. The operation comes as part of the General Fire Force’s continued efforts to strengthen public safety, ensure compliance with fire regulations, and protect lives and property.

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Mall Brawls, Public Misconduct Lead to Arrests and Deportations in Kuwait

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: In a concerted effort to uphold public order and curb disruptive behavior in public areas, the Criminal Security Sector, in cooperation with the Security Directorates Sector, the General Department of Criminal Investigation, and the Environment Police Department, conducted a major field security campaign across several shopping malls recently plagued by repeated brawls, some involving bladed weapons like knifes etc.

The operation led to the arrest of 20 individuals implicated in instigating fights and creating chaos. Expat violators were deported, while legal action was taken against Kuwaiti citizens. Additionally, four individuals were detained for violating public morals.

The Environmental Police also apprehended four individuals for smoking in enclosed public areas, including shopping malls, with legal measures promptly enforced.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying field campaigns in shopping malls and other public areas, emphasizing the importance of strict deterrent measures against anyone disrupting public order or violating laws and regulations.

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Firefighters contain a major blaze at a warehouse in the Sulaibiya area

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Firefighters contain a major blaze at a warehouse in the Sulaibiya area

Firefighters battle a blaze at a warehouse in Kuwait’s Sulaibiya agricultural area on Monday.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: A major fire that erupted Monday afternoon in a warehouse stocked with flammable materials on a farm in the Sulaibiya agricultural area was swiftly brought under control by multiple firefighting units.

Teams from the Kabd, Istiqlal, Sulaibiya, and Al-Isnad fire centers responded promptly to the scene, where they worked in coordination to battle the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further.

Despite the presence of highly combustible substances inside the facility, firefighters managed to contain the blaze without any significant injuries reported.

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