The city of Espoo has announced the initiation of a special inspection into its building control operations, as confirmed by the city's mayor, Kai Mykkänen. This external audit will be carried out by the municipal auditing unit, and outside experts may be called upon to assist as necessary. The inspection is set to start immediately, with its findings expected to be reviewed later in the year.

The decision for the inspection stems from considerable criticism directed towards Espoo's building control authority. According to the city, various problems within the department have been recognized, prompting intensified efforts to address these issues. Mayor Mykkänen has acknowledged the serious allegations surrounding the building control processes but emphasized that the city cannot solely act on these accusations without thorough investigation.

In his statement, Mykkänen highlighted the need for a neutral evaluation to ensure that the professional work of building controllers, which has generally received positive feedback, is not overshadowed by the negative experiences reported by some clients. The scrutiny comes amidst heightened public concern and media coverage, including reports from Helsinki Sanomat, underlining the importance of restoring trust in the building control services in Espoo.