Unrecognized (village, neighborhood)
A village or neighborhood is “unrecognized” when the planning authorities don’t recognize its legality in planning terms – by refusing to approve a plan that would regulate land uses within its area. In such places, no building permits can be issued and all buildings are by definition illegal and prone to demolition. Unrecognized communities cannot be connected to electricity, water and sewage lines and to other vital infrastructure.
A village or neighborhood is “unrecognized” when the planning authorities don’t recognize its legality in planning terms – by refusing to approve a plan that would regulate land uses within its area. In such places, no building permits can be issued and all buildings are by definition illegal and prone to demolition. Unrecognized communities cannot be connected to electricity, water and sewage lines and to other vital infrastructure.
