Phuket Lifts 80-Meter Building Restriction

The Thai Cabinet has lifted Phuket’s 80-meter building restriction, now allowing single-structure developments up to 140 meters above sea level in Zone 6. This change benefits high-altitude landowners but excludes coastal areas, the Nakkerd Range, and Phuket Town. New regulations require pre-2017 land titles, single structures under six meters high, and at least 70% green space. Safety concerns like landslides and flooding necessitate environmental impact assessments. Land values above 80 meters have surged, attracting luxury developments. Experts warn of environmental risks and urge strict enforcement to balance growth and sustainability.

I interpret this to mean that there will be high rises built on the  Patong hill slopes . 😀

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Experts warn of environmental risks and urge strict enforcement to balance growth and sustainability.

Rules will be strictly followed