Laws and Regulation
What Type of Constructions Does Not a Permit?
After the implementation of the Construction Law in 2019, almost all kinds of construction or demolition works must request a permit or permission from the competent authorities to ensure safety and public order. However, according to Sub-Decree No. 224 on the construction permit, there are some exceptions as follow: • Ground floor construction with a […]
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Understanding the Legal Ratio Between Building Height & Land Size
Most people may mistakenly think that if they own a plot of land, they can construct a house or a building as high as they want if the structures remain within their land border. However, doing so is illegal by law. The number of floors allowed for one building is dependent on the size of […]
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Crucial Legal Documents Required Before Applying for Construction Permit
To apply for a construction permit, there are several necessary documents required such as architectural design, master plan, and a land title deed, among others. However, there are three types of crucial contracts that the owner or real estate developer must sign in front of competent authorities before obtaining the construction permit. 1. Construction Contract […]
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GDT Extends Property Tax Payment Deadline to End of October
The General Department of Taxation (GDT) has extended the deadline for property tax payment for 2021 from 30 September to 31 October 2021. According to the announcement issued on 28 September 2021, this extension is to give more time to many property owners who have not yet declared their tax. GDT also urged those who […]
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Tboung Khmum Authority Issues New Regulations Strengthening Land Use & Construction
The Tbong Khmum Provincial Administration has issued four new regulations to strengthen control over all construction works, landfilling activities, and especially the divided land plot businesses within the province. According to the announcement dated 22 September 2021, the new regulations were issued after the administration found that some people were using land and building constructions […]
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Gov’t Grants 172-hectares of Reclassified Forest Land to Real Estate Firm
The Cambodian government has reclassified 172 hectares of state-owned public land in Siem Reap’s Banteay Srei district to grant to a well-known local real estate developer. The decision to grant the land was made by a sub-decree signed by Samdech Hun Sen on July 23, 2021. Through the sub-decree, the government decided to grant the […]
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Phnom Penh Residents Ordered to Follow New Waste Management Rules, or Get Sued
The Phnom Penh Capital Administration has issued 13 new waste management rules for all Phnom Penh residents to follow, with non-compliance resulting in punishment, business suspension, or being sued in the worst case. Among the 13 rules, the important one is the requirement for all residents in boreys, owners of businesses, supermarkets, public markets, private […]
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Siem Reap Authority Bans Parking & Street Vendors on Sidewalks of New 38 Roads
The Siem Reap Provincial Administration has issued a new order banning all parking and street vendors along the sidewalks of the 38 newly-constructed roads or otherwise face legal action, effective from 17 September onward. The notice issued on 17 September stated that the ban was imposed after the administration witnessed a lot of people parking […]
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Australia Helps Develop Cambodia’s First Construction Workplace Health & Safety Guidelines
Australia has pledged to closely cooperate with the Cambodian government in enhancing construction safety in Cambodia after the two parties have officially signed a subsidiary arrangement. The agreement was signed between Australia’s Ambassador to Cambodia HE Pablo Kang and Secretary of State for Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) HE Chhann Saphan […]
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GDT to Strengthen Property & Unused Land Tax Collection Through Online Platform
The General Department of Taxation (GDT) will continue strengthening tax collection on real estate and unused lands nationwide through its new online payment platform. The GDT stated that through the implementation of online tax collection as well as conventional methods, the department expects to reach its target tax income for the 2021 fiscal year, according […]
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