Guide to Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use

The procedure for Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use is a topic of interest as the need to efficiently utilize land resources grows. Combining multiple purposes on a single land parcel increases its use value and facilitates production, business, and daily life. This article by Long Phan Consulting Company provides a detailed analysis of this procedure.

What is Multi-Purpose Land Use?

According to Clause 1, Article 99 of Decree 102/2024/ND-CP dated July 30, 2024, multi-purpose land use is the use of a portion of a land parcel’s area, designated for a main purpose, for another purpose as specified in Article 218 of the 2024 Land Law. The main land use purpose is the purpose for which the land parcel was allocated, leased, or recognized by the State, or the purpose for which the land is being used stably and is eligible for a Certificate of Land Use Rights.

Requirements and Conditions for Multi-Purpose Land Use

As stipulated in Clause 10, Sub-item 12, Section C, Part II of the Administrative Procedures in the Land Sector, issued with Decision No. 2304/QD-BNNMT dated June 23, 2025, individuals seeking Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use must meet the following requirements and conditions.

Eligible Land Types for Combined Use

Individuals must adhere to the conditions for the types of land eligible for combined multi-purpose use:

• Agricultural land may be combined with commercial, service, animal husbandry, or medicinal plant cultivation purposes.
• Public land may be combined with commercial or service purposes.
• Land for public service construction may be combined with commercial or service purposes.
• Residential land may be combined with agricultural, commercial, service, or business-oriented public service purposes.
• Land with water surfaces such as ponds, lakes, and lagoons; coastal water surface land; specialized water surface land; and land with rivers, canals, streams may be used for multi-purpose combinations.
• Religious or belief land may be combined with commercial or service purposes.
• Land in the agricultural or non-agricultural groups may be combined for agricultural purposes, construction of postal and telecommunications infrastructure, information technology, outdoor advertising, or solar power projects.

General Requirements

The practice of Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use must ensure the following:

• It does not change the land type according to the prescribed land classification, which has been determined in the land use rights documents.
• It does not eliminate the necessary conditions to revert to the main land use purpose.
• It does not affect national defense and security.
• It limits impacts on the conservation of natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and the environment.
• It does not affect the use of adjacent land parcels.
• Full compliance with financial obligations as stipulated.
• Adherence to all relevant laws.

Scope of Use Requirements

Regarding the scope of Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use, individuals must meet the following:

• The combined use does not constitute a change in land use purpose.
• The land area for the combined purpose does not exceed 50% of the area for the main purpose, except for residential land.
• Construction on agricultural land for combined use must be of a suitable scale and nature and easily dismantled. The area for construction on rice-growing land and forest land must comply with the Decree on rice-growing land and forestry laws. Land with water surfaces must not be filled in a way that alters water flow, surface area, or depth.
• Construction or renovation for combined use must comply with construction laws and other relevant legislation.
• The duration of the combined use must not exceed the remaining term of the main land use purpose.

Dossier for Approval of a Multi-Purpose Land Use Plan

According to Clause 3, Sub-item 12, Section C, Part II of the Administrative Procedures in the Land Sector, issued with Decision No. 2304/QD-BNNMT, the dossier requesting approval for a multi-purpose land use plan includes:

• A written request for multi-purpose land use, following Form No. 13 issued with Decree 151/2025/ND-CP.
• The combined land use plan.
• The issued Certificate of Land Use Rights or one of the other types of land use rights documents as stipulated by law (if any).

Procedure for Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use

As stipulated in Clause 1, Sub-item 12, Section C, Part II of the Administrative Procedures in the Land Sector, issued with Decision No. 2304/QD-BNNMT, the procedure for Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use is as follows:

Step 1: Submit the Dossier The individual submits the dossier to the Public Administration Service Center or the Division of Agriculture and Environment. When submitting, the land user can choose to submit copies of documents and present the originals for verification, submit the original documents, or submit notarized or certified copies. For online submissions, the dossier must be digitized from the original or a notarized/certified copy. If the Public Administration Service Center receives the dossier, it will forward it to the Division of Agriculture and Environment.

Step 2: Appraisal The Division of Agriculture and Environment, in coordination with relevant departments, appraises the combined land use plan and submits it to the Chairperson of the Commune-level People’s Committee.

Step 3: Approval The Chairperson of the Commune-level People’s Committee approves or disapproves the plan and sends the result to the receiving body to return to the applicant. In case of disapproval, a written response stating the reasons is provided.

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Consulting Services at Long Phan Consulting Company

The approval procedure for an Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use plan is complex, requiring deep knowledge of land law and local planning. Long Phan Consulting Company offers expert consulting services to help clients navigate this procedure quickly, effectively, and legally. Our services include:

• Assessing the legal status of the land parcel and its potential for combined use.
• Researching detailed and zonal plans to determine permissible use purposes.
• Developing a detailed, scientific, and feasible multi-purpose land use plan.
• Drafting the request for approval and other necessary documents.
• Representing the client in submitting the dossier and working with state agencies.
• Monitoring, clarifying, and supplementing the dossier as required by authorities.
• Receiving and delivering the approved result to the client.
• Advising on subsequent procedures following the plan’s approval.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here are some frequently asked questions about Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use:

How many sets of the dossier are required for approval of a multi-purpose land use plan?

According to Clause 3, Sub-item 12, Section C, Part II of the Administrative Procedures issued with Decision No. 2304/QD-BNNMT, you need to prepare 01 set of the dossier.

What is the processing time for the procedure?

According to Clause 4 of the same regulation, the processing time is as follows:

• The approval procedure for the plan does not exceed 15 days.
• For mountainous communes, islands, remote areas, and areas with difficult or especially difficult socio-economic conditions, the time does not exceed 25 days.

Is there a fee for this procedure?

The procedure for Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use is free of charge.

Is the dossier for extending a multi-purpose land use plan different from the initial approval dossier?

Yes. According to Point b, Clause 3 of the same regulation, the dossier for extension only includes a Written Request to Extend the Combined Land Use Plan.

Can the dossier be submitted online?

Yes. You can submit the dossier online through the National Public Service Portal.

Conclusion

Individual Multi-Purpose Land Use is a policy that offers significant economic benefits. However, its application requires strict adherence to complex legal conditions and procedures. To ensure your plan is approved smoothly and to protect your rights, please contact Long Phan Consulting Company directly via Hotline 1900636389 for professional and effective support.