Authorities in Germasogeia have posted “Do Not Enter” signs on eight buildings deemed dangerous, sparking a row over the lack of state support for displaced residents.
The notices, issued following instructions from relevant authorities, warn tenants that the structures are unsafe for occupation. However, Germasogeia Deputy Mayor Christos Papamichael has challenged the government to provide practical solutions for those forced onto the streets.
In a social media post, Papamichael questioned whether a functional state mechanism exists to support people who lose their homes due to safety closures. He highlighted the human cost of the notices, recounting a conversation with an 80-year-old resident.
“My son, where will I go?” the man reportedly asked the Deputy Mayor after seeing the notice on his door.
Papamichael acknowledged that human life must come first, particularly following a tragic incident last Saturday, but argued that safety warnings are not enough without a relocation plan.
The Deputy Mayor noted that while the Minister and the House Interior Committee Chairman claim tools and procedures are available, it remains unclear if they can be implemented immediately.
“The issue is not just identifying the danger. It is what the state provides and, above all, what it secures for these people,” Papamichael wrote.
He asked whether a clear framework for immediate relocation and service coordination actually exists or if the state is merely making observations.
“In practice, safety is not a notice. It is a solution,” Papamichael added.