Procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use

Procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use is an important legal basis to help land users maximize land use value in accordance with regulations. Implementing correct procedures not only ensures the legal rights of individuals but also helps legalize land use for many purposes such as housing, production, and business, and creates favorable conditions in the process of applying for construction permits and other investment procedures.

Current regulations on combined multi-purpose land use

According to the provisions of Clause 1, Article 99 of Decree 102/2024/ND-CP, Multi-purpose combined land use is the use of a part of the land area of ​​the main land use for other purposes specified in Article 218 of the Land Law. The purpose of land use is the purpose of the land plot for which the State has allocated land, leased land, recognized land use rights, and is using the land stably and meeting the conditions for granting a Certificate.

The following types of land are used for multiple purposes:

• Agricultural land is used in combination with commercial purposes, services, livestock raising, and growing medicinal plants;
• Land used for public purposes combined with commercial and service purposes;
• Land for construction of public works is used in combination with commercial and service purposes;
• Residential land is used in combination with agricultural, commercial, service and non-business purposes for business purposes;
• Land with water surface can be used for multiple purposes according to the provisions of Articles 188, 189 and 215 of the Land Law 2024;
• Religious land and belief land are used in combination with commercial and service purposes;
• Land specified in Clauses 2 and 3, Article 9 of the Land Law 2024 can be used for a combination of agricultural purposes, construction of postal infrastructure, telecommunications, technology, information, outdoor advertising, and solar power.

Multi-purpose land use must meet the following conditions:

• Do not change the type of land according to the land classification specified in Clauses 2 and 3, Article 9 and determined in the documents specified in Article 10 of the Land Law 2024;
• Do not lose the necessary conditions to return to using the land for the main purpose;
• Does not affect national defense and security;
• Limit impacts on conservation of natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and environmental landscape;
• Does not affect the land use of adjacent land plots;
• Fulfill financial obligations according to regulations;
• Comply with relevant laws.

Thus, the combined use of land for multiple purposes not only facilitates effective exploitation of land funds, increasing use value, but also ensures strict compliance with current legal regulations to balance economic development, environmental protection and preservation of security and national defense.

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The competent authority handles the registration of combined multi-purpose land use

The authority to handle the registration of combined multi-purpose land use is clearly specified in Clause 4, Article 99 of Decree 102/2024/ND-CP, guided in detail by Subsection 20, Part C, Decision 629/QD-BTNMT 2025. For individuals, the agency competent to handle this procedure is prescribed as follows:

• The district-level land management agency is the unit that receives individual multi-purpose land use registration applications. The district-level Department of Natural Resources and Environment presides and coordinates with relevant departments and divisions to evaluate multi-purpose land use plans, then submit them to the district-level People’s Committee for consideration and decision.
• The district-level People’s Committee is the competent authority to decide and approve multi-purpose land use plans for individuals. In case of disapproval, the district-level People’s Committee must respond in writing and clearly state the reason.
• The Land Registration Office or Land Registration Office Branch is the unit that updates and adjusts cadastral records and land database after the multi-purpose combined land use plan is approved.
• For combined land use plans related to security and national defense, land management agencies need to coordinate with military and police agencies at the same level to evaluate before submitting to competent authorities for approval.

The tax authority is the coordinating agency for implementation.

Procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use

Registering individual multi-purpose land use, investors need to follow the following specific procedures.

Document components need to be prepared

According to the regulations in Subsection 20, Part C, Decision 629/QD-BTNMT 2025, individuals when carrying out procedures for registering multi-purpose land use need to prepare documents including the following components:

1. Written request for combined multi-purpose land use according to Form No. 15 issued with Decree No. 102/2024/ND-CP;
2. Combined land use plan; (certified or notarized copy; in case of direct submission of a copy without authentication or notarization, the applicant must present the original for the officer receiving the application to check and compare).

Include:

• Information about land users;
• Information about the land plot and land area being used for the main purpose (location, area, purpose of use);
• Information on forms of land use (land allocation, land lease, transfer of rights);
• Information on land use term (long-term or limited);
• Information on land area for combined use (location, area, purpose of use, duration of combined use);
• Construction and renovation plans (if any);
• Plan for dismantling the structure and restoring the site at the end of its combined use period;
• Commitments and measures to ensure no impact on national defense, security, environment and adjacent land plots;
• Diagrams and maps related to land plots used for combined purposes.

3. Issued land use rights certificate or one of the documents specified in Article 137, Land Law 2024. These documents are intended to prove the individual’s legal land use rights for the land plot proposed for combined multi-purpose use.

Note: Based on the nature and scale of combined multi-purpose land use, the agency with land management functions may request additional relevant papers and documents to ensure the appraisal of the combined land use plan is accurate and complete.

Implementation process

The process of implementing procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use is specified in Clause 4, Article 99, Decree 102/2024/ND-CP combined with Subsection 20, Part C, Decision 629/QD-BTNMT 2025.

This process includes the following steps:

Step 1: Prepare and submit an application.

Prepare registration documents for combined multi-purpose land use according to regulations. Individuals need to prepare a full set of documents with the above mentioned components.

Submit the application to the agency with district-level land management function or the district-level receiving and returning results department. When submitting the application, the individual will be given an application receipt and an appointment to return the results.

Step 2: Receive and review documents.

The agency with district-level land management function (Division of Natural Resources and Environment) conducts inspection and appraisal of documents. The Department of Natural Resources and Environment presides and coordinates with relevant departments and divisions to evaluate combined land use plans. The due diligence process may include:

• Check the legality of the file;
• Compare with land use planning and construction planning;
• Consider the feasibility of combined land use plans;
• Assess the impact on the environment, national defense, security and adjacent land plots.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment prepares an appraisal report and submits it to the District People’s Committee for consideration and decision.

Step 3: Consider making a decision.

The district-level People’s Committee considers and decides to approve or disapprove the multi-purpose land use plan. In case of disapproval, the district-level People’s Committee must respond in writing and clearly state the reason. The time for appraisal and approval of the combined land use plan is no more than 15 days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents.

After the multi-purpose combined land use plan is approved, the Land Registration Office or Land Registration Office Branch updates and adjusts cadastral records and land database.

Regulations on settlement deadlines

According to the provisions of Point b, Clause 4, Article 99, Decree 102/2024/ND-CP, the time limit for resolving procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use is clearly stipulated.

The maximum time limit for processing individual multi-purpose land use registration procedures is: 15 days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents. Within this time limit, the agency with district-level land management functions must complete the appraisal and submit it to the district-level People’s Committee for consideration and decision.

This 15-day period is calculated based on working days and does not include time to supplement or complete documents in case the documents are incomplete or invalid.

Consulting services on multi-purpose land use registration for individual owners at Long Phan Consulting Company

Long Phan Consulting Company with a team of experts with deep expertise and long-term experience in the land field, we are committed to supporting customers in implementing multi-purpose land use registration procedures effectively and in accordance with the law.

Consulting services of Long Phan Consulting Company on registration of combined multi-purpose land use including:

• Consulting on the conditions and ability to implement multi-purpose land use based on the actual situation of the land plot and current legal regulations;
• Support the development of multi-purpose land use plans that meet regulatory requirements;
• Instructions for preparing and completing registration documents for combined multi-purpose land use;
• Representative to carry out procedures for registering multi-purpose land use at the competent authority;
• Monitor application processing progress and provide timely information to customers;
• Support in resolving problems and difficulties that arise during the implementation of procedures.

With the companionship of Long Phan Consulting Company, customers will be assured that the multi-purpose land use registration process will take place smoothly and in accordance with the law, thereby maximizing the potential for land use, effectively serving the goals of personal and community economic development.

Frequently asked questions

Below are frequently asked questions to Long Phan Consulting Company about procedures for registering individual multi-purpose land use.

Does using land for multiple purposes change land ownership?

No, the combined use of land for multiple purposes does not change land ownership. The main use of the land remains the same.

Can I use my entire agricultural land area for tourism service business?

No, only part of the agricultural land area can be used for commercial and service purposes. The main use must still be agriculture.

What content should a multi-purpose combined land use plan have?

A multi-purpose combined land use plan needs to have the following main contents: land user information, land plot information, main use purpose, combined use purpose, construction plan (if any), commitment to environmental protection,…

Is there a limit to the time of using land for combined purposes?

Yes, the duration of land use for the combined purpose does not exceed the remaining land use term of the main purpose.

Is it mandatory to have a land use right certificate when submitting an application for registration of multi-purpose land use?

Yes, a certificate of land use rights or one of the documents specified in Article 137, Land Law 2024 is one of the required documents in the application for registration of multi-purpose land use.

Where can I submit an application to register for mixed-use land use?

You can submit your application at the district-level land management agency or the district-level receiving and returning results department.

Which agency has the authority to approve multi-purpose land use plans?

The district-level People’s Committee is the competent authority to approve multi-purpose land use plans.

How long is the processing time for registration procedures for combined multi-purpose land use?

The maximum time limit for processing procedures is 15 working days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents.

Can I use my residential land to open a small factory?

You can use residential land in combination with commercial purposes, services, or public works for business purposes, but must ensure that it does not affect the use of residential land and comply with relevant legal regulations.

Conclude

The procedure for registering individual multi-purpose land use requires a deep understanding of land law and administrative processes. Long Phan Consulting Company, with a team of experienced experts, is ready to support customers in successfully implementing this procedure, from initial consultation to completion of documents. For detailed consultation and support on multi-purpose land use registration procedures, please contact us immediately via the hotline: 0906735386.