Intense action taken by the Interior Ministry against illegal housing practices in Khaitan
Kuwaiti authorities have launched a significant joint security inspection campaign in the Khaitan area, focusing on addressing illegal modifications and violations in private residential properties. The campaign, led by the Ministry of Interior under the supervision of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, is a collaborative effort involving multiple government departments.
The primary objective of this campaign is to target illegal housing modifications that compromise public safety and the architectural character of residential areas in Khaitan. These infractions include unlicensed construction, unsafe alterations, and the unauthorized subdivision of properties. The campaign also aims to eliminate violations that threaten public safety and protect the environment from harm.
The joint security campaign, which began around July 24-26, 2025, is a testament to the government's commitment to upholding urban safety standards and addressing unauthorized housing practices in rapidly developing neighbourhoods. The campaign is being carried out in cooperation with the General Fire Force, Kuwait Municipality, the Environment Public Authority, and the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy.
High-ranking officials, including Major General Hamed Al-Dawas, Assistant Undersecretary for Criminal Security Affairs, and Engineer Manal Al-Asfour, Acting Director General of Kuwait Municipality, are overseeing the campaign. Their presence underscores the campaign's importance and the strong government backing it receives.
The campaign's initial activities have already identified several infractions, such as the illegal conversion of homes into unlicensed commercial establishments and the use of unsafe or deteriorated structures. Legal procedures have been initiated by the relevant authorities to remove these infractions and ensure compliance with housing and safety regulations.
This large-scale campaign marks a significant step towards maintaining the safety and integrity of Khaitan's residential areas and reinforcing the government's commitment to upholding urban safety standards. The campaign will continue to focus on addressing and eliminating violations that threaten public safety and the architectural integrity of the area.
This campaign, in collaboration with various government departments like the Kuwait Municipality and Environment Public Authority, is directed at addressing violations that undermine public safety and the architectural character of residential areas in Khaitan. The elimination of such infractions includes unauthorized commercial usage of homes, as well as violations that may stem from unlicensed construction or unsafe alterations in real estate.
Additionally, as Khaitan's housing market develops rapidly, this joint security initiative serves as a vital tool for preserving the environment and protecting it from potential harm caused by improper or unregulated construction projects, ensuring a sustainable and safe environment for future investments in the real-estate sector.
