Building Control Act Fees

If you are going to build you house in Thailand then the fees and permits as well as the licenses fall under Thailand’s construction laws. This is what could bee need with a short explanation on each permit or license as well as the cost of these. See what you will need.

Construction License (200 Baht each)

What it’s for: You will need this to build your house. Most times in rural Thailand the name of the builder would go onto the license. Some prefer to have this in their own names in the event the builder does not complete the job.

What you need:

– You will need to show the building plans or drawings of your house

– Likewise show that you have followed local laws about where you can build.

– In addition evidence that you own the land (your Thai wife) or have permission from the owner.

– This is normally not need for building a house, being the environmental assessment.

– Pay 200 Baht.

Modification License (100 Baht each)

What it’s for: This license is needed when you want to change the house. Like adding on a room to the house. Likewise when you add on a parking garage or other additional rooms like a shed or study. This will also go for those who convert a house into a restaurant and changes need to be made

What you need:

– You will need to show the building plans showing what changes you want to make.

– Likewise show that these new changes follow local building rules.

– Additionally there must be evidence of ownership or permission from the owner of the property.

– Pay 100 Baht.

Demolition License (50 Baht each)

What it’s for: You will require this when you want to remove a building on a property. This is rare but it does occur when there is a constructed shed or other building on the existing land. You now wish to building your house on the land.

What you need:

– You will require a notice that you are planning on demolishing the building and why.

– Likewise you will also need a safety plan to protect nearby buildings.

– Additional proof that you will follow the rules for disposing of waste.

– Pay 50 Baht.

Relocation License (50 Baht each)

What it’s for: You will need this license when you want to move a building to a new place.

What you need:

– A plan explaining how you will move the building.

– Proof of ownership or permission from the owner.

– Evidence that the new location is allowed for that building.

– Pay 50 Baht.

Reuse License (200 Baht each)

What it’s for: This is needed when you want to use old materials or buildings for something new.

What you need:

– Plans explaining how you will reuse the materials or buildings.

– Proof that your reuse plan is safe and follows building rules.

– Evidence of ownership or permission from the original owner.

– Pay 200 Baht.

Summary

– Construction License: 200 Baht each

– Modification License: 100 Baht each

– Demolition License: 50 Baht each

– Relocation License: 50 Baht each

– Reuse License: 200 Baht each

– Certificate: 100 Baht each (Replaced in 2000)

Special Permits:

– Permit for Use of Building for Operating Theater: 500 Baht each (Added in 2000)

– Certificate of Building Inspection: 100 Baht each (Added in 2000)

Substitutions and Renewals:

– Substitute License or Certificate: 10 Baht each

– Renewal of Licenses (construction, modification, demolition, relocation): Same rates as (1) to (4)

– Renewal of Permit for Use of Building for Operating Theater: Same rate. (Added in 2000)

Inspection Fees:

– Buildings ≤ 3 Stories / ≤ 15 Meters High: 2 Baht per square meter of total area per floor

– Buildings > 3 Stories / > 15 Meters High: 4 Baht per square meter of total area per floor

– Buildings with Load > 500 kg/sq meter: 4 Baht per square meter of total area per floor

– Signboards: 4 Baht per square meter (calculated by multiplying maximum length and width)

– Structures (e.g., dams, fences, walls): 1 Baht per meter of length

Calculation Notes:

– Area and Length Rounding:

– Fractions of square meters or meters from one-half and up are rounded to one full unit.

– Fractions less than one-half are disregarded.

This schedule outlines the fees associated with different construction-related activities and inspections, providing a clear understanding of the financial requirements for compliance with regulations.