The Lagos State Government has revealed that developers and property owners can now apply for and receive planning approvals online from anywhere in the world, thanks to the newly launched Electronic Planning Permit Processing System (EPPPS).
This announcement was made via a notice on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Lagos State Government, emphasizing the state’s commitment to digitizing public services and enhancing business operations.
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The EPPPS permits applicants to process their planning permits remotely, eliminating the need for in-person visits to government offices and making the approval process more accessible, transparent, and efficient.
Initiated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration, the system officially automated the planning permit process starting April 1, 2026.
The Lagos State Government stated that this initiative aims to streamline and modernize planning permit administration throughout the state by utilizing digital technology to enhance service delivery.
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Officials projected that the online platform would minimize processing delays, boost transparency, remove unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles, and offer streamlined access to planning approval services for both local and international applicants.
The government is encouraging developers, property owners, and other stakeholders to leverage the Electronic Planning Permit Processing System for faster and more convenient processing of their planning approvals from anywhere in the world.
The launch of the EPPPS is part of the Sanwo-Olu administration’s larger efforts to enhance digital governance, improve urban planning management, and foster a more business-friendly atmosphere in Lagos State.
