Building Owners Who Constructed Prior to 2019 Construction Law Must Apply for Occupancy Certificate

• Sommana Yan
• 23 March 2023
• Local News
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The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction has issued a letter on March 22, 2023, requiring all building, factory, or warehouse owners who constructed prior to the enactment of the 2019 Construction Law to obtain a construction use certificate.

According to Prakas No. 177 DONS/PRK, dated December 6, 2019, building or factory owners who constructed without a construction permit or construction permit can apply for a construction permit at the one-stop shop of the MLMUPC. The ministry has stated that this measure is in accordance with the procedures and procedures for issuing construction use certificates before the construction law came into force.  (Read more)

The new regulation aims to ensure the safety and quality of buildings in the country. Building owners must present some necessary documents to obtain a construction use certificate, including proof of land ownership, site maps, and technical drawings. By complying with the new regulation, building owners can avoid future legal and safety issues.

This move highlights the government’s commitment to improving the construction sector and ensuring that buildings meet safety and quality standards. The ministry encourages building owners to comply with this new regulation as soon as possible to avoid any potential legal and safety issues.

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