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Contact:
John Emmanuel
Wednesday, February 11, 2004 - In an effort to develop project proposals
that seek to improve the quality of life of residents in the Castries Basin, the
Ministry of Physical Development, Environment and Housing is to embark on a
comprehensive reconnaissance survey of the many communities located in the area.
Deputy Chief Surveyor Vincent Jn. Baptiste says the survey will provide the
Ministry with critical information to help assess the market value of selected
properties bordering the city centre. These properties are the ones located on
the slopes surrounding the city and extend from Faux-Au-Chau to upper La Clery,
inclusive of the Pavee Lands and Morne-Du-Don.
The exercise will entail a mass appraisal of these areas, “so that government
can in the first instance, rationalized these areas and then get an idea as to
the monetary value of those properties in the event that a major relocation has
to be carried out,” said Mr. Jn. Baptiste. The information is expected to go a
long way in developing a better appreciation of the housing, land use and
related social issues and infrastructure in those communities.
Ultimately the Ministry says the main objective is to develop project proposals
that seek to improve the quality of life of residents in the Castries Basin.
Meantime, residents in the selected areas are being asked to co-operate fully
with Ministry personnel in conducting the survey.
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