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Bangkok eyes curbing water monitor numbers
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/02/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is considering measures to control the growing population of water monitors in Lumpini Park and the canal along Rama IV Road.
Overpass removal talks to clear way for new rail line
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/10/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will speed up its discussions with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) regarding dismantling some of the city’s overpasses, this paving the way for the Orange Line’s construction. The western section of the Bang Khun Non-Min Buri rail system is expected to open by 2030.
'Hearing time up' for 4th city plan
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 03/09/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will not extend the public hearing for its fourth city plan revision, saying Bangkok residents from all six district groups have already submitted their opinions, and the plan will be in effect late next year.
Latest link 'won't touch' Ayutthaya
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/02/2024
» A new high-speed rail development plan will not impact the world heritage site in Ayutthaya, according to the Transport Ministry.
Bangkok governor responds to city plan criticism
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/02/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt said on Monday that comprehensive city planning would not benefit financiers, adding that it can be revised after opposition from civil society networks.
City blueprint tests governor's green credentials
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/02/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has revised its city plan, drawing the ire of people who fear the imposition of the new zoning rules will have a negative impact on their properties.
New station plan irks local residents
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/06/2023
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) is waiting for the Fine Arts Department to approve its plan for the new Democracy Monument Station, which has come under fire from conservationists and residents alike over its likely impact on historic buildings, in what is one of Bangkok's oldest neighbourhoods.
MRTA station plan sparks city architecture row
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/06/2023
» A civil group has called on the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to relocate an entry point into the Phan Fa station of its Purple Line to preserve century-old shophouses along Phra Sumen Road.
Zoning map to shape city development
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/08/2022
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has instructed relevant agencies to review the capital's 2024 zoning map, in a bid to promote development in the outskirts of the city.
Govt approves land grab for new bridge
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 30/09/2021
» The cabinet has given approval for land expropriation in five districts in northern Bangkok to make way for the construction of a new six-lane bridge crossing the Chao Phraya River.