The Ministry of Housing-Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) is moving to significantly enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in Region One with the establishment of a Regional Housing Office in Mabaruma.

On Friday, the Minister of Housing, Hon. Collin D Croal, inspected the construction site for the new Regional Housing Office. CH&PA will be housed in the Guyana Water Incorporated’s (GWI) new regional building, with completion anticipated by the end of the year.

This strategic location is designed to give residents better access to vital housing services. Upon the building’s completion, Minister Croal said that a Regional Housing Officer will be appointed to ensure residents have a dedicated point of contact for all housing matters.

​The Minister noted the pressing need for this permanent presence. Following a land allocation exercise in Mabaruma a few months ago, the Ministry has seen an increase of house lot applications. Furthermore, with plans moving forward for a new housing development in the Matarkai sub-district, a local office is essential to manage the expanded activity.

“In order to enhance and to provide easier service, the staff will be coming to the region,” the Minister stated.

He added that the government is continuously seeking to better the lives of its people by ensuring services are delivered directly where they are needed.