New regulations on construction of industrial complexes

New regulations on construction of industrial complexes

The Prime Minister signed Decision No 105/2009/QD-TTg on August 19, promulgating regulations on the management of industrial complexes. Accordingly, district-level People’s Committees will prepare application dossiers for establishing or expanding industrial complexes and submit it to the provincial department of industry and trade for appraisal. The provincial People’s Committee will make the final decision.

The regulations also require designation of an infrastructure developer. In absence of such a designation, the industrial complex development centre shall conduct bidding for Infrastructure contracts. Enterprises interested in investing in infrastructure development for industrial complexes can request guidance as to planning, industries allocation, land values, and complexes facilities prior to signing an in-principle agreement.

Ministries agree to fast track infrastructure projects

The Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Planning and Investment have issued Joint Circular No 30/2009/TTLT-BXD-BKH establishing time limits for approvals of new urban area projects and industrial zone infrastructure.

Under the circular, approval of project plans would not exceed 30 working days, plus 15 working days for the gathering of opinions on proposed projects from relevant agencies. If the agencies do not respond in that time, the issues raised are assumed settled in favour of the project investor.

Safety requirements imposed on certain businesses

Government Decree No 72/2009/ND-CP, issued on September 3, requires hazardous products and services to meet safety standards, including explosive materials, sealants, firearms repair, fireworks production, home and office leasing agents, printing houses, pawnbrokers, karaoke parlours, bars, massage parlours, casinos and debt collection agencies. Enterprise engaged in these lines of business must be licensed prior to the commencement of operations. The director must have good morals, and no criminal record, be of civil capacity, and no history of drug addiction.

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