The Price of Prestige. Amankila's Luxury Ambitions Halted Over Missing Permits
The luxury hospitality scene in Karangasem recently hit a massive roadblock when the provincial government decided to play hardball with one of Bali’s most iconic names. The Amankila residence project, a sprawling 4-hectare development, was officially slapped with a "civil service line" by Satpol PP and the Bali DPRD following a surprise inspection. While the developers had already hit the ground running with land maturation and "cut and fill" activities, the authorities discovered that the paperwork hadn't quite caught up with the bulldozers. I Made Suparta, Chairman of the Pansus for Spatial Planning, made it crystal clear: no matter how elite the brand, if the permits are "hollow," the machines must stop. This crackdown wasn't just limited to Amankila; a nearby resort in Padangbai also felt the heat for a blatant "boundary fail," building a mere three meters from a riverbank when the law demanded five.
This high-profile drama serves as a loud wake-up call for anyone looking to reshape Bali’s landscape. In the eyes of Indonesian law, especially under the Law No. 6 of 2023 (Job Creation Law), having a name and a vision isn't enough; you need a rock-solid Business Identification Number (NIB) and a Persetujuan Bangunan Gedung (PBG) before you even think about clearing land. These regulations are tightly woven into Government Regulation No. 21 of 2021 regarding Spatial Planning, which ensures that every new villa or resort actually fits into the regional master plan without trashing the local ecosystem. Furthermore, the violation of river buffer zones (Sempadan Sungai) is a direct breach of Presidential Regulation No. 51 of 2016, a rule designed to prevent erosion and preserve Bali's precious water flow.
Know the Law. Why These Permits Actually Matter
Understanding the legal side of Bali’s property boom is essential for everyone—from big-time investors to local residents. The sealing of a project like Amankila isn't just about red tape; it's a protective measure for the island's future. Under Law No. 6 of 2023, the Persetujuan Bangunan Gedung (PBG) ensures that every structure meets rigorous safety and technical standards before a single brick is laid. Meanwhile, the River Buffer Zone (Sempadan Sungai) regulations, as outlined in Presidential Regulation No. 51 of 2016, are non-negotiable because they protect against erosion, maintain natural drainage, and prevent flooding for the surrounding community. Furthermore, the Law No. 17 of 2019 regarding Water Resources dictates that any major project must have a SIPA (Groundwater Permit) to ensure that massive resorts don't drain the local water supply, leaving nearby villages dry. In short: following these laws isn't just a legal chore—it’s the only way to ensure that "Luxury Bali" doesn't come at the expense of "Living Bali."
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Source https://www.detik.com/bali/berita/d-8141686/vila-mewah-amankila-di-karangasem-disegel-izin-bermasalah