Authorities investigate 'An Yen Village' land promotion in Vietnam's Dak Lak

Authorities in Ea Kiết commune, Đắk Lắk province, are investigating the promotion of a project marketed as "Làng An Yên 38 hộ dân" (An Yen Village 38 households). Social media posts have advertised this land in Thái hamlet with accompanying site plans, house designs, and images of infrastructure, creating the impression of an officially approved development.

However, an inspection by the Ea Kiết Commune People's Committee revealed that the advertised land is agricultural land and currently contains only a single prefabricated structure. No government authority has approved any residential or real estate business project under the name "Làng An Yên" or "Làng An Yên 38 hộ dân" in the area. The commune's leadership stated that these names were self-assigned by individuals or groups promoting the land.

The commune has directed its agencies to verify land records, construction details, and promotional activities related to the advertised land. They confirmed that the advertised site consists of agricultural land parcels owned by multiple individuals, situated outside designated residential zones. The prefabricated building, approximately 50 square meters with an additional 25 square meter canopy, was constructed on this agricultural land and is exempt from building permits.

Ea Kiết Commune issued a warning to the public, urging potential buyers to thoroughly check land titles, land type, zoning plans, existing conditions, access, and construction regulations before making any deposits or payments. They cautioned against relying solely on social media posts or the word of sellers and brokers. Furthermore, organizations and individuals involved in promoting or brokering land deals must provide truthful and accurate information, avoiding any misrepresentation that suggests the land is part of an approved project. They are prohibited from soliciting funds, accepting deposits, or conducting transactions under the guise of a project that has not met legal requirements.