In a significant move to enhance housing security, the government has expedited the process of issuing home titles to 28 families residing in the Bellevue Housing area. Melissa Poponne-Skerrit, Minister for Housing and Urban Development, revealed this development during her appearance on the ‘Focus on Government and Development’ program aired on DBS Radio. Traditionally, the title issuance process has been lengthy and expensive, but the current administration is committed to ensuring full ownership for beneficiaries at no cost.
Minister Poponne-Skerrit emphasized the importance of homeownership, stating, ‘Owning a home is one thing, but having a title in your hand truly provides peace of mind.’ To streamline the process, the Ministry has appointed Ms. Esprit, a state attorney, whose sole responsibility is to process titles for homes distributed thus far.
The Minister announced that the first batch of 28 titles for Bellevue residents is nearing completion, marking a significant milestone. A dedicated team has been visiting various housing sites across Dominica to gather necessary information, ensuring titles are issued to the rightful owners, whether they are parents, married couples, or common-law partners.
Poponne-Skerrit outlined two key policies to be presented to the cabinet this week. The first focuses on standalone homes built on individual lots, while the second addresses apartment-style or multi-unit homes, known as strata titles. She expressed confidence in the progress being made, stating, ‘We are finally putting the right policies in place so that homeowners can enjoy full ownership and pass it on to their children or use it for financial purposes.’