Government Buildings To Be Assessed, New Building Code To Be Established

As Cabinet continues its plan to upgrade government buildings across the country, a review of the buildings is set to take place to identify those structures that need refurbishment.

The Ministry of Works, working in collaboration with the Department of Analytical Services and the Development Control Authority (DCA) will conduct reviews of all government-owned and –occupied buildings.

This review will assess structural integrity, ventilation and air-quality systems, leaks, mold growth, and other factors that affect the health and comfort of employees.

The goal is to identify, repair, renovate, or upgrade buildings — including modernizing ventilation systems, arresting leaks, and stopping mold growth — to foster healthier, more productive workplaces.

Further to this commitment, Cabinet agreed that a proposed new building code, which will incorporate updated standards for air quality, structural safety, ventilation and health-oriented design, will be submitted to Parliament in the first quarter of 2026.

Presently around 400 buildings are occupied by government offices.

A special fund was established to deal solely with the upkeep of these buildings.

According to Cabinet Spokesperson Maurice Merchant, this fund is now operational and will be used going forward.