Inspections by Moroccan authorities have uncovered serious violations related to illegal construction, property exploitation, and unauthorized occupation of public space in several communes, according to a report by the General Inspectorate of Territorial Administration (IGAT). The findings, reported by local media including Hespress and Le360 on June 7, 2026, point to a pattern of architectural anarchy that has alarmed officials.
The inspections, conducted in communes such as those in the Casablanca-Settat and Marrakech-Safi regions, revealed that some elected officials are suspected of ignoring these violations to avoid losing votes. In some cases, buildings were erected without permits on agricultural land, while in others, public spaces were illegally occupied for commercial purposes. The IGAT report, dated May 2026, noted that the violations were often facilitated by the complicity or negligence of local authorities.
According to the report, the illegal constructions have led to environmental degradation and safety risks, particularly in areas prone to flooding. The Ministry of the Interior has launched a probe into the matter, with potential disciplinary actions against implicated officials. The investigation is ongoing, and no formal charges have been filed as of June 8, 2026.
