PATTAYA, THAILAND – Mayor Poramese Ngamphichet led senior city executives in a progress review at Pattaya City Hall, emphasizing public land reclamation, urban safety, and infrastructure upgrades as part of an ongoing development drive.
Public Land Reclamation Under Review
Pattaya’s Engineering Department briefed the meeting on two long-running land cases involving encroachment on public property. In Soi Phothisan 6–8, one resident continued to resist relocation despite repeated negotiations. City officials said the homeowner, who claimed compensation rights based on an old registration document, would face mediation at the Banglamung District Office, which agreed to serve as arbiter.
A second case on Soi Aow Leaw Sien reached a more critical stage. The court had ordered the removal of structures from state land, with the Legal Execution Department setting October 29 as the demolition deadline. Despite earlier extensions and warnings during an August inspection, officials confirmed that dismantling of accessible buildings would proceed jointly with district authorities to comply with the court mandate.
Crackdown on Unsafe Signage
The city also continued its enforcement campaign on overhanging signs that violate size regulations. Officials noted that along Pattaya Central Road, developers had reinstalled large structures even after a 2024 cleanup. A recent inspection on October 1 found 24 illegal signs—two already corrected, with the rest under modification. Regulators reiterated that business signage must not extend more than 60 centimeters from a building’s façade to protect pedestrian pathways and maintain street visibility.
On Walking Street, another inspection on October 22 reported significant improvement. Of nearly 100 earlier violations, only 15 signs still failed to meet requirements. Authorities set a November 3 deadline for full compliance. Officials highlighted that strict controls were necessary not only for aesthetics but also for emergency vehicle access and tourist safety.
Delays in Stadium Development
The status of the National Sports Center Eastern Region Football Stadium was also discussed. Construction progress had slipped slightly behind schedule due to pending approval of revised roof costs. Once reviewed by the central price committee and endorsed by executives, the contractor was expected to move forward with roof modifications immediately.
Prioritising Community Well-being and Safety
Broader urban regulations were tabled for review, particularly those concerning private land used as public space. Mayor Poramese instructed the Engineering Department to target areas affecting residents’ daily life or subject to repeated complaints. Enforcement under the Building Control Act would support necessary upgrades and safety measures.
A key example cited was Jomtien Soi 3, where private plots used by the public have reportedly become linked to drug activity. Officials were ordered to act promptly to eliminate illicit use, enforce construction standards, and restore the area’s image as part of Pattaya’s long-term goal to remain a secure tourism destination.
Deputy Mayor Wutthisak Rermkijakarn was assigned to oversee sidewalk restoration on Thepprasit Road. His plan included steps to prevent illegal parking and preserve new walkways once repairs finish.
Commitment to Transparency and Civic Balance
Mayor Poramese reiterated that ongoing reporting was essential for accountability. Departments were told to outline exact progress during each gathering to ensure transparent governance. The mayor also called for clear coordination in promoting local events while respecting the national mourning period for Her Royal Majesty the Queen Mother—an effort to sustain economic activity without breaching cultural sensitivity.
The meeting highlighted Pattaya’s continued pursuit of balanced urban growth—reclaiming public space, enforcing order, and maintaining civic harmony through coordinated action among city departments.