Palestinian Building Permits in East Jerusalem Drop to 7 Percent Approval Rate
Palestinian residents of East Jerusalem comprise 40 percent of the city's population. Building permit approvals for this group fell to 7 percent in recent data. The drop coincides with ongoing demolition risks for thousands of families.
news.sky.comPalestinian residents of East Jerusalem make up 40 percent of the city's population. Building permit approvals for Palestinian applicants in the area fell to 7 percent, according to Haaretz. The decline has slowed construction activity in Palestinian neighborhoods.
The low approval rate comes as residents face repeated difficulties obtaining permits from city authorities. Haaretz reported that these obstacles have contributed to residents leaving the area. Thousands of families continue to face demolition orders on existing structures.
The data emerged around Jerusalem Day last week, when public events focused on the city's unity. Haaretz noted that the permit statistics stand in contrast to statements made during those celebrations. No new policy changes were announced in the report.
