Cabinet Approves Ayutthaya Urban Planning Changes

Thairath•Politics•13d ago

Reader Briefing

The Thai Cabinet has approved an amendment to Ayutthaya's provincial urban planning to balance economic development, industrial growth, and housing with the crucial protection of agricultural land and the environment.

•The Cabinet has approved a revised urban planning map for Ayutthaya province.
•The changes allow for increased land use in rural and agricultural zones for economic and housing development.
•Agricultural and environmental protection remains a key objective in the revised plan.

Overview

•On July 7, 2026, the Cabinet approved the draft ministerial regulation to amend the Ayutthaya Provincial Urban Planning Act B.E. 2017.
•Deputy Government Spokesperson Nalida Phertwiwatthanon announced the Cabinet's approval of the urban planning adjustment.
•The adjustment is intended to align land use regulations with evolving economic, social, and environmental conditions.
•Ayutthaya is a strategic area in the Central-Western Eastern Economic Corridor, serving as a hub for high-value processed agricultural products, high-tech industries, and logistics.
•The amendment allows for certain construction and commercial activities in green zones under specified conditions.
•Some areas will now permit commercial activities, condominiums, dormitories, or joint residential buildings to support urban development.
•The Ministry of Interior followed the Urban Planning Act B.E. 2019 procedures, including public consultation, with no objections received.
•The Ministry of Interior is to consider observations from relevant agencies, particularly regarding water management and environmental laws.

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Key Quotes

Nalida Phertwiwatthanon

"The government prioritizes balanced urban development, supporting economic growth, industry, agriculture, and housing while preserving agricultural land, natural resources, and environmental quality."

รัฐบาลให้ความสำคัญกับการพัฒนาเมืองที่สมดุล รองรับการเติบโตทางเศรษฐกิจ อุตสาหกรรม เกษตรกรรม และที่อยู่อาศัย ควบคู่กับการรักษาพื้นที่เกษตร ทรัพยากรธรรมชาติ และคุณภาพสิ่งแวดล้อม

Key Entities

Organization

Cabinet(ครม.)ℹ️

The executive body of the Thai government that approved the urban planning adjustments for Ayutthaya.

Ministry of Interior(กระทรวงมหาดไทย)ℹ️

The government ministry responsible for implementing the revised urban planning regulations in Ayutthaya.

Urban Planning Committee(คณะกรรมการผังเมือง)

The committee that resolved to approve the amendment to Ayutthaya's urban planning.

Place

Ayutthaya(อยุธยา)ℹ️

The province in Thailand whose urban planning has been adjusted.

Central-Western Eastern Economic Corridor(แนวระเบียงเศรษฐกิจพิเศษภาคกลาง–ตะวันตก)

The strategic economic zone where Ayutthaya is located, influencing its development needs.

Eastern Economic Corridor(EEC)ℹ️

The special development zone in Thailand, highlighting Ayutthaya's connectivity and strategic importance.

Person

Nalida Phertwiwatthanon(นางสาวลลิดา เพริศวิวัฒนา)

Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office who announced the Cabinet's decision.

Law

Ministerial Regulation for the Enforcement of the Ayutthaya Provincial Urban Planning Act B.E. 2017(กฎกระทรวงให้ใช้บังคับผังเมืองรวมจังหวัดพระนครศรีอยุธยา พ.ศ. 2017)

The existing urban planning law for Ayutthaya that is being amended.

Urban Planning Act B.E. 2019(พระราชบัญญัติการผังเมือง พ.ศ. 2019)

The overarching law governing urban planning procedures in Thailand.