{"id":5563,"date":"2026-07-02T10:00:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T03:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seico.co.th\/?p=5563"},"modified":"2026-07-01T11:24:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T04:24:26","slug":"industrial-building-permit-process-in-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seico.co.th\/en\/industrial-building-permit-process-in-thailand\/","title":{"rendered":"Industrial Building Permit Process in Thailand: A Step-by-Step Guide for Factory Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5563\" class=\"elementor elementor-5563\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f9cb4e9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f9cb4e9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b1d436 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5b1d436\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establishing a new factory in Thailand involves much more than selecting land and constructing a building. Before operations can begin, factory owners and investors must navigate a series of regulatory approvals involving land use, building permits, environmental compliance, and industrial licensing. Failure to understand these requirements can lead to costly delays, redesign work, and postponed project schedules.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether developing facilities in major Thailand industrial zones, the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), or locations near the Northern Region Industrial Estate, understanding the permit process from the beginning helps ensure smoother project execution and faster time to operation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide outlines the major approvals, common challenges, and strategies factory owners can use to streamline the industrial building permit process in Thailand.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding Thailand&#8217;s Industrial Building Permit Landscape<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial construction projects in Thailand are regulated by multiple authorities, depending on the location, factory type, and production activities involved.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical approvals may involve:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local municipalities or administrative organizations<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Department of Public Works and Town &amp; Country Planning<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Department of Industrial Works (DIW)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental agencies and consultants<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility providers<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The complexity of approvals varies depending on:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factory size<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Production processes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hazardous materials involved<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location within industrial estates<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental impacts<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building height and occupancy<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because each agency has different requirements, coordination during the early design stage is essential.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required Documents and Agency Approvals: DIW, Local Municipality, and Environmental Permits<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seico.co.th\/en\/why-peb-systems-are-more-practical\/\">Factory construction<\/a> in Thailand generally requires several permits and supporting documents.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building Permit Applications<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issued by local municipalities or relevant authorities, these typically require:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architectural drawings<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structural drawings<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MEP drawings<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Site plans<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land title documents<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engineer and architect certifications<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Department of Industrial Works (DIW) Approval<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain industries require factory licenses and approvals under Thailand&#8217;s Factory Act.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applications may include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Production process descriptions<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Machinery lists<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility requirements<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pollution control systems<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wastewater treatment plans<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Approvals<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Projects with significant environmental impact may require:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste management plans<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air emission control systems<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise mitigation measures<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining approvals from all relevant agencies is necessary before construction and operation can proceed.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land Use Zoning and Purple Zone Compliance: What Factory Owners Must Check First<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the first steps before purchasing land is verifying zoning regulations.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thailand&#8217;s zoning classifications determine which activities are permitted on specific parcels of land.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important considerations include:<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purple Zone (Industrial Zone)<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purple zones are designated for industrial activities and are generally preferred for manufacturing projects.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local Land Use Regulations<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different provinces and municipalities may impose additional restrictions.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infrastructure Availability<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owners should evaluate:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road access<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water supply<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power capacity<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wastewater systems<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial Estates and Industrial Zones<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Projects located within Thailand industrial zones often benefit from:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streamlined approvals<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready infrastructure<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seico.co.th\/en\/environment\/\">Environmental management<\/a> systems<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility support<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investors considering projects near the Northern Region Industrial Estate should also verify local zoning regulations and future development plans before acquiring land.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Requirements for Large Industrial Facilities<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain factory projects are subject to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) requirements under Thai regulations.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Projects commonly requiring EIA include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Large manufacturing facilities<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemical plants<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food processing factories<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy projects<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-capacity warehouses<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy industrial facilities<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EIA studies evaluate:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air quality impacts<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise levels<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water pollution<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste management<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community impacts<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traffic conditions<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because EIA approval can take several months, factory owners should initiate environmental studies early to avoid project delays.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Permit Delays and How to Avoid Them Through Design-Stage Planning<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many industrial projects experience delays due to preventable issues.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incomplete Documentation<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing drawings or inconsistent information frequently causes approval delays.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improper Factory Layout Planning<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor factory layout and inadequate space allocation can require redesigns later.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zoning Conflicts<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchasing unsuitable land may prevent project approval altogether.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Compliance Issues<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Failure to address wastewater, emissions, or hazardous materials during design often leads to revisions.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility Capacity Limitations<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insufficient electrical or water supply may delay operation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective factory layout planning and early coordination among architects, engineers, and consultants help minimize these risks and shorten approval timelines.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Working with a Design-Build Contractor Shortens the Permitting Timeline<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many factory owners choose design-build contractors to simplify project execution.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design-build teams provide integrated services including:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master planning<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architectural design<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structural engineering<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MEP engineering<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permit coordination<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Construction management<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages include:<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better Coordination<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design and construction teams work together from the beginning.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced Revisions<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrated planning minimizes conflicts between disciplines.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faster Approvals<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced contractors understand local regulations and documentation requirements.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved Project Control<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owners benefit from a single point of responsibility throughout the project.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach often reduces risks and accelerates project schedules compared with traditional design-bid-build delivery methods.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the Right Location for Industrial Development<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location selection plays a major role in long-term project success.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key factors include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessibility to suppliers and customers<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Availability of skilled labor<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility infrastructure<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transportation networks<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Future expansion opportunities<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory environment<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial estates and established Thailand industrial zones provide advantages that can simplify permitting and reduce infrastructure investments.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For northern Thailand, developments around the Northern Region Industrial Estate continue to attract manufacturers seeking strategic access to domestic and regional markets.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summary<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining industrial building permits in Thailand involves multiple agencies, technical requirements, and regulatory approvals. Successful projects begin with proper land selection, zoning verification, environmental studies, and effective factory layout planning.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By addressing permit requirements during the design phase and working with experienced design-build contractors, factory owners can reduce delays, minimize risks, and accelerate project completion. A well-planned approval strategy not only saves time but also supports smoother construction and long-term operational success.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1d5b8e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f1d5b8e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-02776d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-accordion\" data-id=\"02776d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >\n        <div class=\"elementskit-accordion accoedion-primary\" id=\"accordion-6a49e25907753\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-0-02776d9\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-27f3b2a6a49e25907753\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-27f3b2a6a49e25907753\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-27f3b2a6a49e25907753\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">What permits are required to build a factory in Thailand?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-27f3b2a6a49e25907753\" class=\" show collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-0-02776d9\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6a49e25907753\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Projects typically require building permits, factory licenses from the Department of Industrial Works (DIW), and environmental approvals depending on the industry and project size.<\/span><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-1-02776d9\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-8d47c666a49e25907753\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-8d47c666a49e25907753\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-8d47c666a49e25907753\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">What is a purple zone in Thailand?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-8d47c666a49e25907753\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-1-02776d9\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6a49e25907753\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A purple zone is land designated for industrial use under Thailand's zoning regulations and is generally suitable for factory development.<\/span><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-2-02776d9\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-e8cf2b06a49e25907753\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-e8cf2b06a49e25907753\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-e8cf2b06a49e25907753\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">When is an EIA required?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-e8cf2b06a49e25907753\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-2-02776d9\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6a49e25907753\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Large industrial facilities, chemical plants, food factories, and certain warehouses may require Environmental Impact Assessments depending on project characteristics and regulations.<\/span><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-3-02776d9\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-aadd9d16a49e25907753\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-aadd9d16a49e25907753\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-aadd9d16a49e25907753\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">How can factory owners avoid permit delays?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                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