You Must Follow The Law When Building In Thailand . . . . . . But There Are Exceptions

September 3, 2024

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Ex. What happens if an estate agent in Thailand lies, double deals, cheats or misrepresents…? “Can you count on and trust every single estate agent in Thailand?”

One of the most significant land use laws in Thailand is the Building Control Act (1979) (the “Act“). The Act regulates what and where can build in Thailand. To that end it empowers the Minister of the Interior to issue ministerial regulations (“MR“).

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You Must Follow The Law When Building In Thailand . . . . . . But There Are Exceptions

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Ex. What happens if an estate agent in Thailand lies, double deals, cheats or misrepresents…? “Can you count on and trust every single estate agent in Thailand?”

Other Publications

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