Construction Works Exempt from Construction Permits from July 1, 2026

Construction works exempt from construction permits from July 1, 2026, is crucial information helping organizations and individuals clearly understand their rights and obligations in construction activities. Correctly identifying exempt works helps investors save time and costs. Long Phan Consulting Company details the new regulations below.

General regulations on construction permits as stipulated in the 2025 Construction Law.

According to Article 43 of the 2025 Construction Law, construction permits include the following types:

• New building permit;
• Permit for repair, renovation, or relocation of structures;
• The building permit is valid for a limited time.

Before commencing construction, the investor must obtain a building permit, except in cases where a building permit is not required.

Those required to obtain a construction permit include: Domestic agencies, organizations, and individuals; and foreign organizations and individuals engaged in construction activities within Vietnam.

Conditions for granting a construction permit as stipulated in the 2025 Construction Law.

According to Article 43 of the Law on Construction 2025, construction permits include:

• New construction permit.
• Repair, renovation, and relocation permit.
• Fixed-term construction permit.

Before commencing construction, investors must have a construction permit, except for exempt cases.

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Cases exempt from construction permits from July 1, 2026, as stipulated in the 2025 Construction Law.

Conditions for Issuance (Article 44, Law on Construction 2025)

Conditions for issuing permits include:

1. Conformity with land use purposes.
2. Conformity with urban/rural planning, urban design, or architectural management regulations.
3. Design ensuring safety for the work and surroundings; compliance with environmental protection, fire safety, and infrastructure connection.

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What is the procedure for confirming exemption from a construction permit before construction begins?

From July 1, 2026, the following works are exempt from construction permits:

1. State Secrets & Emergency: State secret works, emergency works, special public investment projects, special investment procedure projects, temporary works, and works on national defense/security land.
2. Public Investment: Works in public investment projects decided by the Prime Minister, Ministers, Heads of central agencies, or Chairmen of People’s Committees at all levels.
3. Linear Works: Works through two or more provincial administrative units; linear works outside urban development areas conforming to planning.
4. Sea & Aviation: Offshore works (where sea area is assigned); airports and flight assurance works.
5. Advertising & Telecom: Advertising works not requiring permits; passive telecommunications infrastructure.
6. Appraised Projects: Works with Feasibility Study Reports appraised and approved by specialized construction agencies.
7. Grade IV Works & Individual Houses:
   • Scale: Under 07 floors.
   • Total Floor Area: Under 500 m2.
   • Location: Not in specific planned functional/urban zones or areas with architectural management regulations.
8. Repair/Renovation: Works affecting the interior or non-road-facing exterior that do not change function or affect structural safety/fire safety/environment.

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Consult with Long Phan Consulting Company regarding types of construction works exempt from construction permits.

Even for exempt works, investors must send a Notice of Construction Commencement to the local construction management agency before starting:

• For Public Investment/Linear Works (Type 2, 3 above): Send the Notice only.
• For Other Exempt Works: Send the Notice accompanied by a dossier corresponding to the permit application dossier (design drawings, land papers, etc., but excluding the Application Form).

Note: Individual houses of households/individuals are exempt from sending the notice if they fall under the exempt category.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Procedure for Granting Exemption from Construction Permits

Below, Long Phan Consulting Company provides some frequently asked questions related to the procedure for exemption from construction permits. We invite interested clients to refer to this information: 

What acts are strictly prohibited in construction investment?

According to Article 15, Law on Construction 2025, prohibited acts include: Building in banned areas; non-compliance with standards; starting without eligibility; using unsafe materials; violating safety/fire/environmental rules; misuse of functions; encroachment; bribery; collusion; abuse of power; obstructing lawful activities; and unauthorized design changes.

Can I apply for a permit online?

Yes. Many localities have implemented online submission via the National Public Service Portal. (Legal Basis: Article 7 Decree 175/2024/ND-CP).

Who issues permits for inter-provincial projects?

For projects spanning two or more provinces, the authority is determined by the location of each work. The work belongs to the province where it is built. (Legal Basis: Point dd Clause 2 Article 51 Decree 175/2024/ND-CP).

Is an 8-story rural house exempt?

No. Only houses under 07 floors are exempt. Works of 07 floors or more must obtain a permit. (Legal Basis: Article 43, Law on Construction 2025).

Is a house under 500m2 in a 1/500 planned area exempt?

Yes, if it is under 07 floors and the investor has a design dossier appraised to conform to the approved 1/500 detailed planning.

Conclusion

The regulation on Construction Works Exempt from Construction Permits from July 1, 2026, reduces administrative burdens. Investors must proactively understand and fulfill notification obligations. Long Phan Consulting Company is ready to support all legal issues. Please contact Hotline 1900636389 for expert advice.