Ho Chi Minh City prepares for new Urban Development Law
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The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council in Vietnam passed Resolution No. 39/2026/NQ-HĐND to prepare for the Law on Urban Development, which takes effect on October 1.
The new law intends to give the city more control over its growth and development. Võ Văn Minh, chairman of the People’s Council, stated the law will improve urban management and help the city secure resources for development.
The city plans to enact 147 resolutions to support the law, beginning with 61 immediate changes and followed by 64 others as needed. The resolution passed by the city council clarifies procedures and responsibilities for each level of government, aiming to speed up the implementation of new policies while managing potential risks. Key parts of the resolution include giving more authority to local bodies, requiring expert review of policies, and seeking public input on policies affecting the wider metropolitan area.
Ho Chi Minh City will also consult with neighboring provinces on policies that impact the key southern economic zone, ensuring regional cooperation. The city will test new policies using a “sandbox” approach, assessing risks and effectiveness before full implementation. Huỳnh Thanh Nhân, vice chairman of the People’s Council, explained that enacting resolutions before the law begins is a new approach to governance that will minimize legal problems and allow residents and businesses to benefit quickly from the new mechanisms.
