Oruntaev explained that there is currently a shortage of land resources in Kyrgyzstan. Available plots are becoming increasingly expensive. The minister believes that the rise in land prices indicates a developing economy.
“Construction on large territories is impossible due to the lack of land, the population is increasing, and the demand for housing remains high. This is one reason. The second point is that 90% of the country's territory is in the mountains, which makes construction in such conditions complicated and costly. Therefore, new housing is mainly built on flat areas. The high cost of land also indicates economic growth, as it attracts investors,” he added.
The minister also noted that each new project undergoes strict scrutiny, including calculations regarding the number of residents and fire safety provisions. For example, according to the regulations, the top level of an 18-story building must be technical, and such buildings must have an autonomous fire safety system.
Regarding the aesthetic aspect, the appearance of buildings is discussed at the urban planning council, Oruntaev emphasized.
“Before construction begins, each project is evaluated by the council, which decides what the building should look like,” he noted.
“Previously, there was no unified approach; however, this issue has now been resolved, and the appearance of new houses meets modern requirements. Ultimately, as they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” the minister added.The architectural appearance of the city is of great importance, and before construction begins, the project must go through the urban planning council, which makes a decision. Thus, it is not only the Ministry of Construction that makes the decision, but specifically the urban planning council, which determines the final conclusion,” Oruntaev concluded.
