A demolition permit is a government-issued document that allows you to demolish a structure. It also outlines the requirements and conditions that must be met during the demolition process.
Several run-down buildings in the city are at risk of collapsing. The District 5 People’s Committee has asked residents in a dilapidated apartment building at 440 Tran Hung Dao Street to move out.
Cost
The cost of a demolition permit in Vietnam can vary depending on the size of the structure and the number of days that it will take to demolish it. The fee must be paid by the applicant before the permit is issued. The demolition contractor must post the permit certificate in a location visible and legible from a public street or sidewalk before beginning demolition work. The contractor must also provide proof of insurance and submit a written site safety plan and structural condition report.
If a house is deemed unsafe or in disrepair, the city will demolish it. However, the owner must agree to the demolition and provide compensation for any losses suffered as a result of the demolition. In addition, the city will not demolish any buildings that are protected by law. The demolition will be accompanied by a thorough investigation of the site and surrounding area to ensure the safety of residents.
A demolition permit is required if the construction or reconstruction of a building, detached house, or other structure exceeds a certain limit. The permit is not valid if the application is incomplete or does not meet other requirements. The application form must include a site plan, details of the demolition work and a list of materials and equipment used for the demolition. If the work involves excavation, a copy of DOB Form 402 (Excavation Certification) must be included.
Application Process
The City will review each application and issue the permit within 20 days of receipt. Applicants should provide complete information and documents including architectural plans (if required), engineering plans, contractor information, and any other requirements specified in the permit application packet. Upon approval, the permit will be available on the City’s website or can be emailed to the property owner or applicant.
A number of colonial-era buildings in Ho Chi Minh City are at risk of collapse or have deteriorated over the years, with many of them not being well-maintained. As a result, owners have been seeking permission to demolish these buildings, but the process can be complicated. The government has set aside money to compensate residents in these buildings if they are willing to move out before the demolitions take place.
According to the Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Tran Vinh Tuyen, this is a good thing. It will help reduce procedures, avoid troubles and negative aspects that can arise in the land field. However, the city has to ensure that this plan is implemented well.
The city will also make it easier for foreign contractors to obtain a construction activity permit. It will be mandatory for foreign contractors to submit a list of all projects they have undertaken, as well as the contract details, to the competent authorities thu mua xac nha xuong Tan Binh gia cao.
Ho Chi Minh City Construction Regulations
The city is planning to build 183 kilometers of urban railways by 2035, a project that will cost about VND824.5 trillion. This will help the city become a more modern and attractive place for local people.
The City will increase decentralization and initiative in attracting investment projects for the local socio-economic development. This will include a new land fund (excluding land for rice cultivation) that will be used to meet the needs of development in the direction of transport and technical infrastructure.
Foreign contractors must cooperate with Vietnamese contractors in consortiums or use Vietnamese subcontractors, unless the domestic contractor is incompetent. They must submit complete dossiers and comply with other obligations specified in the law. They must report to the licensing authority in the provincial department of construction on contract performance no later than December 16 yearly.
The city will impose administrative sanctions on organizations and individuals that do not comply with the laws. They will be fined ranging from 10 to 20 million VND, and may also be forced to dismantle their work. The city also plans to increase the number of inspectors. It will also impose penalties on companies that do not publish their registration information on the National Business Registration Portal within a prescribed period of time. This is a violation of the laws on regulations and investment.
Demolition Permit Fees Vietnam
Although some heritage structures like the Thu Thiem Parish Church in Ho Chi Minh City are well-maintained, many other old buildings in the capital are at risk of being demolished. This is largely due to the lack of funding to do necessary repairs, according to Tuoi Tre newspaper. In addition, a number of churches and monasteries have been pressured to accept demolition and expropriation of their land. In some cases, the church owners have been offered compensation but are reluctant to accept it.
A permit application must include a site plan or survey with all structures to be removed clearly identified and disturbed areas identified. A permit fee will be charged for each structure that is to be demolished. A copy of a signed contract between the applicant and the contractor for the work described in the application is also required. If the demolition job will require excavation, a DOB Form 402 must be submitted along with the permit application.
The contractor must request progress inspections at the time of permit issuance and after each phase of the work is completed. There is an additional charge for each inspection. A final inspection must be made when all demolition work is complete and again when the site is graded. The contractor must post a permit certificate at the work site and notify CDPH of any changes to the work schedule.