Ghana Standards Authority Issues Permitting Guidelines Amid Billboard Non-Compliance in…
What happened
The Ghana Standards Authority developed new guidelines for permitting in Accra. Separately, the Advertising Association of Ghana reported that between 40 and 60 per cent of over 10,000 advertising structures in Accra do not meet regulatory requirements, including standards for structural integrity and building codes.
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Why it matters
The guidelines were created by the Ghana Standards Authority to guide the permitting process. The report highlights that compliance remains a challenge, partly due to weak enforcement by Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies.
The Ghana Standards Authority is enforcing new safety requirements specifically related to the automotive sector in Ghana.
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Who's involved
- Ghana Standards AuthorityDeveloped new guidelines for permitting in Accra.
- Accra Metropolitan AssemblyIs responsible for issuing permits and monitoring outdoor advertising installations in Accra.
- AccraThe capital city where the non-compliance of advertising structures was identified.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Accra Metropolitan AssemblySpeculative
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly could face increased operational costs due to the need to strengthen enforcement against non-compliant structures.
- Ghana Revenue AuthoritySpeculative
The Ghana Revenue Authority might see increased revenue from higher tax or fee collection resulting from stricter regulatory enforcement.
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The entities involved
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Accra
capital city of Ghana
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Ghana Standards Authority
Agency of Government responsible for developing, publishing and promoting standards in the country.
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