NCDC removing restricted fencing in residential areas

By JASON DOM
The demolition of Colorbond and razor-wire fencing in Port Moresby will continue into residential areas this month, says city manager Bernard Kipit.
He said the National Capital District Commission enforcement unit would continue to remove Colorbond and razor-wire fencing located in suburbs and residences.
Kipit told The National yesterday that the delay in this year’s budget had stopped the programme from starting earlier.
“We have completed removing restricted fences on major arterial roads in city limits, including the businesshouses,” he said.
“It is the commission’s responsibility to meet the expense of replacing a new spike fence for the cause of damage to the property.
“Property owners should know that Colorbond is a chalkboard for graffiti and razor-wire poses a threat to people.
“We understand that some businesshouses and residences have raised concern of their safety and privacy, but we are responsible to monitor and correct it.
“Property owners can consider electrical fencing, spike fencing, concrete blocks and palisades.”
Kipit said the NCDC physical planning division was in charge to regulate and allow proper fencing by business houses and residences in the city.
“The Government has considered the fencing policy in 2016, and we will continue to exercise it as long as it’s active,” he said.
“People should start to listen and do what’s best to protect them and also bring change to their residences, communities, suburbs and contribute positively to city development.”