The demolition permit issued by the federal government permits the destruction of a structure. It also lists the conditions and specifications that must be met in the process of demolition.

A number of run-down buildings in the city are at risk of the danger of collapse. District 5 People’s Committee asked residents of a dilapidated building on the 440 Tran Hung Dao Street, to leave.

Cost

The cost of an demolition permit can differ in Vietnam dependent on the size and number of days required to remove the structure. The person applying for the permit must pay the cost before the permit can be issued. Before beginning demolition, the demolition contractor should display the permit’s certificate in an area that is easily accessible to passersby or pedestrians. The contractor is also required to provide proof of insurance as well as submit a written site safety plan and a structural condition report.

If a house is deemed unsafe or in disrepair, the city will demolish it. The owner has to agree to the demolition, and be compensated for any damage that occurs as a result. The city will not raze buildings that are protected under law. To ensure the safety and security of the residents, demolition process will be accompanied by a thorough investigation of the surrounding area.

A demolition permit is required when the construction or reconstruction of a structure, detached house or any other structure is over the limit of. If the application is not complete or fails to comply with certain conditions the application will not be valid. The form should include a map of the site, information about the demolition and an inventory of the materials and equipment that were employed. If the work involves excavation, a copy DOB Form 402 (Excavation Certification) must be included.

Application Process

The City will examine each application within 20 days and issue a permit. The applicant should provide all the information and documents required that support the application, including architectural plans (if needed) as well as engineering plans, information about the contractor, as well as other requirements included in the application packet. After approval, the permit is available on the website of the City or sent to the property owner or applicant.

Many of the colonial buildings in Ho Chi Minh City have been neglected over time and are at risk of collapsing. Owners have asked permission to tear down these buildings, but the process is complicated. The government has set aside money to compensate the residents of these buildings who want to leave before demolitions.

According to the Vice-Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Tran Vinh Tuyen this is a good thing. This will decrease the number of processes and eliminate any issues or negative impacts that may occur on the terrain. The city must ensure that the plan is executed.

It will be simpler for foreign contractors working in the city to obtain permits. It will be compulsory for foreign contractors to provide a list of all projects they have completed and the contract details, to the competent authorities.

Ho Chi Minh City Construction Regulations

The city is planning to construct 183 kilometers of urban railways by 2035, the project will cost approximately VND824.5 trillion. The city will become a more modern and attractive place for local people.

The City will boost the decentralization process and will be more active in attracting investment projects to the socio-economic development of the area. The City will create a new fund for land (excluding areas that are cultivated for rice) to be utilized to support development needs related to transport and infrastructure technical.

Foreign contractors must work with Vietnamese contractors as part of consortiums or make use of Vietnamese subcontractors in the event that the contractor from their country is incompetent. They must comply with the other legal requirements and submit all dossiers. They must report to the licensing authority in the department of construction for their province on contract performance no later than December 16 each year.

The city will impose administrative penalties on organizations and individuals who fail to comply with the laws. The fines will range between 10 and 20 million VND as well as be required to take down their operations mua xac nha kho cu tai Tan Phu. The city is also planning to increase the number of inspectors. The city is also planning to punish companies that fail to submit their registration details to the National Business Registration Portal in the timeframe specified. This is a breach of the laws on investments and other regulations.

Demolition Permit Fees Vietnam

Many of the old structures located in Ho Chi Minh City, like the Thu Thiem Parish Church are at risk of being demolished. According to Tuoi Tre, this is due in large part to a lack of funds to make essential repairs. In addition, a number of monasteries and churches have been pressured to accept demolishment and the expropriation of land. In some cases, the church owners have been offered compensation but aren’t willing to accept the offer.

A permit application must include an outline of the site or survey that has all structures to be removed clearly marked and disturbed areas clearly identified. Permit fees are charged per structure to be removed. The applicant is also required to submit an original copy of the signed contract with the contractor. If the demolition work will require excavation, a DOB Form 402 must be included with the permit application.

Contractors must request progress inspections once a permit is issued, and at the conclusion of each phase. Each inspection comes with an additional cost. A final inspection must be completed after all demolition work is complete and also after the site is graded. The contractor must place a permit on the work site and inform CDPH of any changes made to the work schedule.