Key Takeaways
- Mark removed walls, enclosed balconies, moved kitchens, wet areas and added services on the plan.
- Ask for juristic-office applications, contractor rules, deposits and completion sign-off.
- Confirm whether common property, structure, facade, shafts, fire systems or waterproofing were affected.
- Review building bylaws, house rules, insurance conditions and unresolved complaints.
- Have an independent inspector test the work and identify water, electrical and fire risks.
How resale buyers can check altered walls, balconies, plumbing, approvals and reinstatement exposure before paying a deposit.
Phuket Condo Renovation Check
A polished renovation can conceal an approval problem. Before buying a Phuket condo, compare the unit as built with its registered plan, juristic-office records and the sale contract.
Buyer file
- Mark removed walls, enclosed balconies, moved kitchens, wet areas and added services on the plan.
- Ask for juristic-office applications, contractor rules, deposits and completion sign-off.
- Confirm whether common property, structure, facade, shafts, fire systems or waterproofing were affected.
- Review building bylaws, house rules, insurance conditions and unresolved complaints.
- Have an independent inspector test the work and identify water, electrical and fire risks.
- Put document delivery, correction or reinstatement responsibility in the contract before funds are released.
Use the condo area guide, juristic-office checklist, buy service and district guides.
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Fact-check flags
Required approvals, registered plans, bylaws, insurance cover and remedies vary by building, work and date. Confirm them with the juristic office, relevant authority, inspector and independent Thai counsel.
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