Damascus Governorate Sets September 30 Deadline to Remove Generators
The Damascus Governorate has issued an official directive requiring the owners of all electricity generators to remove their equipment from public property by September 30. This mandate applies to both licensed and unlicensed generators, specifically targeting units currently occupying sidewalks, public streets, and other communal areas within the capital.
The governorate, which communicated the order via its official Telegram channel on Monday, emphasized that the decision is rooted in a broader effort to restore the urban landscape and ensure public safety. Officials stated that the presence of these generators in public thoroughfares has increasingly compromised environmental standards and created significant traffic hazards for residents. Authorities have made it clear that failure to comply with the deadline will result in strict enforcement, with non-compliant owners facing the seizure of their equipment and potential legal action.
This initiative is part of a wider administrative strategy overseen by the Directorate of Property Affairs at the Damascus Governorate. The directorate is currently executing a multi-faceted development plan intended to improve the quality of municipal services for citizens. Beyond the removal of generators, this plan encompasses several key areas of reform, including the optimization of public facility usage and the systematic reorganization of sidewalk occupancy.
Furthermore, the municipal authorities are prioritizing the restructuring of investment contracts and the regulation of kiosks throughout the city. These measures are being implemented alongside a broader push for digital transformation within the local government. By digitizing its operations, the governorate aims to streamline bureaucratic procedures, reduce the time required to complete official transactions, and ensure a more efficient administrative environment for the public.
While the current order focuses on the immediate physical removal of generators from public sites, it reflects the ongoing efforts by the Damascus Governorate to exert greater oversight over infrastructure and urban organization. For many residents and business owners who have relied on generators to supplement the city’s power supply, the deadline presents an urgent need to relocate equipment to private property or seek alternative power management solutions before the end of the month.
