The new master plan for metropolitan calls for public discussion
The new development plan for Greater Baku until 2030 should be discussed publicly and is aimed at solving urgent problems. This was at today's press conference, said a well-known builder, former head of the Glavbakstroy Construction Trust Emil Akhundov.
As you know, the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture unveiled the project of concept development of the capital of Azerbaijan and the adjoining settlements on these days. It is expected that in mid-July, the Government will organize a public hearing on this project.
According to veteran builder with a sense of nostalgic Soviet period, the capital city planning, the building of Baku city should take into account many factors - the density of population to the environment.
Akhundov said that to solve the problem of congestion on the roads is not enough transport infrastructure development and construction of parking places. "The city center has to be removed from schools, hospitals and government agencies. City in the future may develop in a southerly direction, "- he said.
Akhundov offers new features give permission for construction activities of the Executive Power of Baku city. The Ministry for Emergency Situations is already loaded set of credentials.
Regarding the social aspects of development of the capital, Akhundov said that the citizens, who built individual housing without proper authorization, should not suffer, as it happened in front of and with the acquiescence of officials in government. - 08s-
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