Deputy Meder Aliev reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that residents of a disputed building in the Ataturk Park have approached him, as the city hall intends to demolish it.
According to the parliamentarian, the building houses 1,500 residents from 250 families, essentially forming a small village. He emphasized the importance of addressing the issue from a legal standpoint, stating that the city hall's decision to expropriate private property is not within its jurisdiction, as only a court has the authority to do so. Aliev pointed out that the Kyrgyz Constitution stipulates that the expropriation of private property must be based on a court ruling.
He raised concerns about the documents provided by the citizens, noting that the city hall's reference to a 1992 resolution is questionable. Aliev highlighted discrepancies in the city's maps over the years, where the two residential buildings in question were not initially part of the park's territory. He stressed the need for Kyrgyzstan to uphold the rule of law.
Aliev warned against setting a dangerous precedent where properties could be arbitrarily confiscated based on the whims of government officials. He defended the residents as law-abiding citizens who purchased their homes with hard-earned money.
In April, Mayor Aybek Junushaliev signed a resolution approving the boundaries of Ataturk Park. According to archived data from the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekglavarchitecture," 198 properties fall within the return zone, with the possibility of more being included. The city hall assured that legal procedures will be followed regarding real estate properties, including preparing and filing lawsuits in court. The municipality has submitted materials to law enforcement agencies for legal assessment.
