Laws and Regulation
What is Construction Consultancy?
In most cases, developers always encounter complicated tasks in their construction projects, in terms of both technical and legal procedures. These difficulties might be quite challenging for experienced developers, but in the worst case might discourage new developers from entering the market. This is when the construction consultancy services are required. What is a construction […]
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New Port Draft Law and Phnom Penh Logistics Centre Project Agreement Finalised
The new draft port law and the Cambodia-Singapore draft agreement for the Phnom Penh Logistics Centre Project have been finalised, according to an announcement by Minister of Public Works and Transport HE Sun Chanthol on 16 February. HE Sun Chanthol said that the new port draft law was 100% complete and waiting for a final […]
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Why is it Necessary to Inspect and Verify Construction Works?
Following the promulgation of the Construction Law in 2019, Cambodia’s construction sector has seen stronger enforcement to maintain the overall quality and safety in the sector. For example, the inspection and verification of construction work by a professional or a licensed certifier firm is legally required before starting to build or demolish any construction work. […]
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Gov’t has issued over 6 million land titles as of the end of 2020
As of the end of 2020, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) has issued more than 6 million land titles, or equivalent 86.8% of the total unregistered 7 million land plots nationwide. According to a recent report of MLMUPC, the systematic land registration has reached more than 5.4 million titles and […]
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Gov’t Allocates 4 Hectares of Land in Boeung Ta Mok to Ministry of Civil Service
The Cambodian government has decided to allocate 4 hectares of Boeung Ta Mok land to build a new headquarters for the Ministry of Civil Service, according to Sub-Decree No. 63, dated 28 January 2021. According to the letter, this 4-hectare site is located west of the land given the Ministry of Justice land in Sangkat […]
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Land Ministry Issues Procedures to Improve Construction Certifier License Issuance
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) has issued detailed procedures to improve the system of issuing, renewing, and terminating construction certifier licenses both for individuals and companies, according to Prakas No.033 dated 21 January 2021. The Prakas states that professionals or companies with sufficient qualifications and work experience can apply for […]
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Is a Construction Site Opening Permit Required if a Construction Permit is Already Held?
Most new project owners believe that after obtaining a construction permit, they can start the construction site without having to apply for any further permits. Is that true? According to sub-decree No. 224 RNKR.BK regarding construction permits dated 30 December 2020, all new constructions, renovations, installations and demolitions must hold a permit of construction site […]
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Land Ministry Issues New Guidelines to Tighten State Land Demarcation, Ownership Transfers, and Leasing
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction issued four new guidelines on 18 January tightening the procedures for state land demarcation, ownership transfers, and leasing. The introduction of these new policies is to avoid continuous issues such as the transferring or leasing state land to the private sector without verification from the cadastral […]
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Gov’t Revokes 20-hectare Boeung Ta Mok Land Allocation and Cancels Construction of Sub Military Headquarters
The Cambodian government has decided to nullify the privatisation of 20-hectares of Boeung Ta Mok, and cancel the construction of a sub military headquarters building on 1.5 hectares of land in Daun Penh district, according to Sub-Decree issued 13 January 2021. In December 2020, the government issued two announcements, one of which decided to hand […]
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Let’s Find Out! EP58: What is Required for Valid Surveying and Mapping?
Surveying and mapping are very crucial and sensitive work which requires a lot of skill and experience. Different authorities have expertise in various areas of work. For example, border surveying is under the National Authority’s task in Charge of Border Affairs (NACBA). What is Required for Valid Surveying and Mapping?
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