More than 150 housing developments across Jamaica have missed their expected completion timelines, raising concerns about buyer protection, delivery risk, and confidence in the country’s real estate sector. Data from the Real Estate Board of Jamaica indicates at least 157 projects remain unfinished, many originally due by December 2025.
The delayed schemes span multiple parishes and range from small subdivisions to larger multi-unit developments. For buyers, the impact is immediate, deposits have been paid, but homes remain incomplete, often with limited clarity on revised timelines.
At the centre of the issue is compliance. Developers are required to place purchaser funds into trust accounts and maintain proper registration before advertising or accepting deposits. Regulators have signalled that monitoring is being intensified, alongside action against developers who fail to meet statutory obligations.
The situation highlights a broader pressure within Jam…
