Authorities Probed Alleged Violations in Construction of RAMS Beyond Almaty

A heated debate has erupted among residents, lawmakers, and city officials over the construction of RAMS Beyond Almaty, a high-rise project by developer RAMS Qazaqstan, Orda.kz reports.

The massive tower on Qaratay Street is the latest project by the developer, which has already faced repeated criticism for poor construction quality and unfulfilled promises.

Recently, members of parliament sent a formal inquiry to the Almaty Akimat, demanding a review of all RAMS Qazaqstan properties commissioned in the past five years and a suspension of the RAMS Beyond Almaty project.

Lawmakers claim the buildings were constructed illegally — without proper design documentation or expert approval.

The RAMS residential complexes have drawn numerous complaints from residents, including violations of building standards, mold, cracks, leaky roofs, and incomplete infrastructure. 

Promised roads, schools, and green spaces have reportedly not been built.

Residents regularly face power and water outages. Parking is insufficient, forcing cars onto nearby streets and causing traffic jams. The school, which the developer promised to transfer to the city, became private and inaccessible to locals, worsening traffic due to arriving parents,
 the inquiry states.

In response, Almaty Akim Darkhan Satybaldy confirmed that inspections did reveal violations.

The developer began work without design and estimate documentation, technical supervision, or notification of the start of construction,
 the Akimat reports.

Administrative reports were compiled for these incidents, and orders were issued to remedy the violations.

But the authorities’ response ended there.

The akim’s office further clarified that since the land plot is privately owned and has an approved draft design, no park or social facility is planned for the area.

The RAMS Beyond Almaty project has since become a symbol of public frustration with unchecked urban development. On social media, residents deride it as a “concrete giant” and a “new-generation human anthill.”

Original Author: Dinara Bekbolayeva