YEREVAN. – The Armenian government decided to close the state committee on architecture that have been opened only six months ago.

The Ministry of Urban Development will perform functions of the committee, including support of investment projects in the construction sector, providing consultations for local self-government bodies on architecture and construction issues, the government explained.

Incumbent Minister of Urban Development Narek Sargsyan was appointed head of committee in October 2013 after leaving his post as Chief Architect of Yerevan.