Housing beneficiaries at Bellevue Chopin sign documents for issuance of certificates of title

Roseau, Dominica-April 30,2026: Beneficiaries of the Petite Savanne Resettlement at Bellevue Chopin have begun signing the final documents to secure ownership of their homes.

The Agreement of Transfer and the Memorandum of Encumbrance transfer ownership of the property and outline conditions attached to the land, clearing the way for Certificates of Title to be issued.

This follows Cabinet’s approval of a policy to grant full ownership of Government- constructed homes at no cost to beneficiaries. The policy outlines the criteria for ownership of the home and provides that Government will also cover the cost of registering the titles.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has identified twenty-two standalone homes at Bellevue Chopin as the first phase of implementation. Consultations were held with residents on the terms and conditions of the transfer, giving them the opportunity to seek clarity before receiving full ownership.

“This initiative reflects our commitment to the long-term security of our beneficiaries. By removing the financial burden and transferring ownership, we are giving families a solid foundation on which to build their future. We remain committed to advancing this process until every eligible family is secured,” said Minister for Housing, Hon. Melissa Poponne-Skerrit.

Documentation for the first set of transfers has been submitted to the Land Registry, paving the way for the official issuance of Certificates of Title.