Preparations for the 2026–2027 heating season in Almaty continue as the city's public utilities work according to approved schedules. These efforts were discussed in a meeting chaired by Almaty Mayor Darkhan Satybaldy.

Utilities and energy companies are executing activities with a focus on residential buildings and social facilities. Nearly all apartment buildings are ready for the winter period, and educational and healthcare facilities are fully prepared.

At the same time, heating sources and utility networks are being prepped. Specialists conduct hydraulic tests, along with ongoing repairs and the reconstruction of heating systems. This year, more than 20 km of heating networks are set to be upgraded, insulation is being replaced, and equipment is being prepared for winter demands.

At city heating plants, main equipment is being repaired and necessary fuel reserves are being stocked up. A significant portion of planned activities has already been completed, with boiler houses undergoing final preparation and commissioning stages.

Simultaneously, the electrical grid infrastructure is being modernized. Power lines, substations, and transformer equipment are being updated across the city. Hundreds of kilometers of electrical networks are set to be modernized as part of the program.

Other essential systems are also being prepared. Reconstruction of scheduled gas pipeline sections is nearly complete, and equipment maintenance is underway. In the water supply and sewage systems, engineering networks are being renovated.

Public utilities and energy companies must complete the remaining repairs and commissioning work before the cold sets in to ensure the city's infrastructure operates smoothly in winter.

reports ЖКХ24 citing the Almaty City Administration Website.

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Specialists from the Urban Environment Quality and Control Department of Shymkent conducted an inspection of two building extensions located at the intersection of Tauke Khan Avenue and A. Baitursynov Street.

The inspection revealed that these facilities, used for selling and repairing mobile phones, are illegally occupying a state-owned land parcel and were constructed without the necessary permits.

The owners of the properties have been held administratively accountable. A lawsuit demanding the demolition of the buildings was filed. The court deemed these structures illegal, and the demolition process is currently underway.

In line with this, we urge property owners to strictly adhere to legal requirements and construction standards before beginning any construction or installation work. Failure to comply with the law may result in hefty fines and the demolition of unauthorized structures, as stated in the announcement.

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