KSAMC reviewing IC report on building breach by company linked to PM

The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) say it is reviewing the findings of an investigation by the Integrity Commission which revealed that a company linked to Prime Minister Andrew Holness and his business partner Norman Brown built an apartment complex in St Andrew with more rooms than permitted, breaching the law.

The report was tabled in Parliament today.

Kevon Stephenson, Director of Investigations at the commission, said the municipal corporation had "failed" to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the building permit issued to Estatebridge Holdings Limited.

Stephenson explained that the permit allowed for the construction of four 2-bedroom units at 2 Weycliffe Close, Beverly Hills, St Andrew.

However, following an inspection, he found four 4-bedroom townhouses.

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He added that the findings were consistent with a report submitted by Brown in December 2023.

However, the directors of the company have rejected the findings of the report.

KSAMC has said that it is not yet in a position to provide a detailed response, but noted that a meeting will be convened shortly with the relevant officers and stakeholders to thoroughly examine the findings and recommendations.

The KSAMC has reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in all its operations.

“We continue to fully cooperate with the Integrity Commission in its important work to uncover and address corruption, impropriety, and irregularities within public administration.”