Presidential Senior Advisor on National Security and Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayake emphasized the need for swift policy decisions regarding the transfer of government apartment complexes’ home ownership to citizens through freehold deeds. He disclosed plans for an upcoming discussion chaired by President Ranil Wickremesinghe with relevant line institution officials to address existing challenges and establish a clear agreement.
This was disclosed during a morning discussion at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday focusing on issues arising in the transfer of ownership.
Following President Wickremesinghe’s directive, the aim is to grant freehold deeds to 8,351 houses in 2024, with discussions delving into concerns about land ownership, clearances, certificates, guarantees and recommendations.The meeting included Director General Shirantha Herath of the Chief of Staff Office, Urban Development Authority Director General N. P. K. Ranaweera, Colombo Municipal Council Municipal Commissioner Badrani Jayawardena, Condominium Management Authority Chairman Sarana Karunaratne, Land Commissioner General Department Commissioner General Bandhula Jayasinghe, Thimbirigasyaya Divisional Secretary Priyantha Dissanayake and other officials from line agencies.
