Week 07/2026 – Central Vietnam Real Estate News Summary

In this weekly or sometimes bi-weekly news flash – CVR: Central Vietnam Realty will provide a choice of articles from mainly Vietnamese media sources related to the real estate market in Vietnam.
We will be focusing on issues related to Da Nang and Hoi An, while also looking at national news and their possible impact on Central Vietnam’s property market.
You will find a summary, a link to the source as well as CVR’s take on the article.

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1. Innovating Planning Mindset to Become a New Growth Pole.

 

1. Da Nang aims to become a new growth pole by transforming planning from a construction management tool into a driver of socio-economic development. The city will focus on six key sectors: tourism, logistics, high-tech industry, information technology, high-tech agriculture, and the marine economy. Planning will prioritize urban restructuring, vertical development, and upgrading existing areas rather than expanding outward. Flexible, data-driven planning and improved regional connectivity through transport and digital infrastructure are essential. Social infrastructure, including housing and public services, will support workforce needs. These reforms will enhance competitiveness, attract investment, and ensure sustainable growth while positioning Da Nang as a leading regional economic center.

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Source: baodanang.vn

 

2. Hue and Da Nang Top Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Rankings.

 

Huế and Đà Nẵng have emerged as Vietnam’s top-performing localities in environmental protection, leading the national Environmental Protection Performance Index (PEPI). Huế ranked first nationwide, with Đà Nẵng securing second place, outperforming other major economic centers. The PEPI evaluates provinces and centrally governed cities across comprehensive criteria, including environmental governance effectiveness, pollution control, wastewater and solid-waste treatment capacity, biodiversity conservation, air and water quality improvement, and community participation. Their high rankings reflect long-term policy commitment, sustained public investment, and systematic environmental management strategies.

 

Huế’s achievement highlights its ability to balance heritage preservation with ecological sustainability through integrated pollution mitigation and landscape protection programs. Meanwhile, Đà Nẵng has strengthened its reputation as a progressive green city by investing in modern waste treatment systems, expanding parks and green corridors, and embedding sustainability into smart-city planning. Together, their leadership enhances Central Vietnam’s attractiveness to green investors, eco-tourism markets, and environmentally responsible industries.

 

Source: en.vneconomy.vn

 

3. One of the Big 4 banks has requested a suspension of corporate real estate loan applications.

 

(BIDV), one of Vietnam’s Big 4 banks, has instructed its branches to temporarily suspend new exposure to corporate real estate projects and business plans starting February 11. The directive follows a review of outstanding real estate loan balances and branch-level disbursement demand. It aims to align 2026 real estate credit growth with the overall system target set by the Ngân hàng Nhà nước Việt Nam, ensuring the sector does not expand faster than general credit growth. Branches are required to halt submissions of new corporate real estate proposals to the head office until further notice.

 

According to a bank credit officer, the measure primarily restricts new capital inflows into corporate real estate activities and does not affect previously disbursed loans. Individual homebuyers can still access mortgages as usual. Previously, the State Bank reported 2025 credit growth reached 19.1%, exceeding the 16% target and pushing Vietnam’s credit-to-GDP ratio to 146%, the highest among lower-middle-income countries. This year, credit “room” allocations will continue to be assigned to banks, with stricter oversight of high-risk sectors, including real estate.

 

Source: dantri.com.vn

 

4. Higher Loan Interest Rates Slow Down Real Estate Speculation.

 

Rising lending interest rates in Vietnam are putting pressure on the real estate market, especially short-term speculative investment. As banks increase loan rates, borrowing costs become higher, reducing profit margins for investors who rely on leverage to “surf” property prices. Monthly repayment burdens are also growing, making buyers more cautious. Experts believe that tighter credit conditions will cool market activity and limit speculative demand in the near term.

 

Source: cafef.vn

 

5. 5 New Highlights of Decree 54/2026/ND-CP Amending Regulations on Housing and Real Estate Business.

 

Decree 54/2026/ND-CP, issued on February 9, 2026, introduces significant amendments to regulations on housing and real estate business, particularly social housing policies. A key change expands the criteria for determining individuals who do not own a home, including cases where land-use certificates contain no housing information. The confirmation process is simplified and no longer tied to the time of application, with competent land authorities required to respond within seven days. For applicants without labor contracts, commune-level police now verify income conditions instead of local People’s Committees. The Decree also introduces a self-declaration and post-audit mechanism for income, reducing administrative procedures while maintaining income caps under existing regulations.

 

Additionally, the Decree standardizes procedures for selling, leasing, and lease-purchasing social housing projects outside public investment. Project information must be publicly disclosed within 30 days of groundbreaking, and applications may be submitted through multiple channels. Transparent lottery selection applies when demand exceeds supply. Investors are also allowed to prioritize selling leased units to eligible tenants before the 10-year limit.

 

Source: luatvietnam.vn

 

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