When it comes to property investment in Indonesia, licensing delays have always been a sticking point. Whether you’re securing a location permit, environmental approval, or building permit, the process could take weeks—or even months—longer than expected. Now, that could be history. On 5 June 2025, the Indonesian government rolled out Regulation 28/2025 on Risk-Based Business…
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By: Terje H Nilsen Bingin Beach, a legendary surf and tourism hotspot in Uluwatu, became the center of a controversial crackdown on July 21, 2025, as authorities began demolishing nearly fifty illegal businesses, including villas, homestays, restaurants, and cafes. This action, apparently driven by violations of spatial planning laws, environmental regulations, and state land encroachment,…
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You know how Bali’s villa market has been booming? Well, recently the local government has been making sure all villa owners dot their i’s and cross their t’s. Initially, the Regional Finance and Asset Management Agency focused on getting a better handle on new villa taxes. However, this effort has also spotlighted a bigger issue:…
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