Huyện Mê Linh Proposes Special Compensation Mechanism for Construction of Ring Road 4
The district of Mê Linh is facing difficulties with land clearance for the construction of Ring Road 4. Specifically, there are 9 plots of land with areas larger than 30m2 that do not meet the conditions for resettlement. These plots have irregular shapes such as triangles, trapezoids, and narrow fronts, which make it impractical to build houses and carry out daily activities for rural families and agricultural production.
Another issue is the construction on ancestral land. According to the authorities of Mê Linh district, most of the land in rural areas is inherited from ancestors and has been used since before December 18, 1980. The average land area is nearly 500m2, with 200m2 designated for residential purposes and the remaining land used for agricultural activities. However, during the usage period, these plots were divided and gifted, resulting in some plots being entirely converted into residential areas with 2-4 story houses and supporting structures.
Due to these circumstances, the district government of Mê Linh suggests a special compensation policy for agricultural land and infrastructure on agricultural land. Additionally, there is an issue related to independent construction on agricultural land and ponds. Out of the 42 plots of land that need to be retrieved for land clearance, all of them are agricultural land within residential areas and have been certified for land use rights. Some families have converted these plots into residential areas with stable long-term use, resulting in disagreements over the land clearance compensation.
To overcome these challenges and protect the rights of affected households and individuals, the district government of Mê Linh proposes that the city government of Hanoi consider a special mechanism for resettlement. Specifically, they suggest allowing for resettlement of families and individuals with remaining irregularly shaped land, offering a minimum of 80m2 of land for resettlement. Furthermore, they request that the district government of Mê Linh be allowed to reconsider and recognize the residential land limit for the plots that have been certified for land use rights (for this specific project only).
Lastly, Mê Linh district proposes a special mechanism allowing for the conversion of independent agricultural land and ponds into residential land. The conversion should be limited to a maximum area of 180m2 per plot and deducting the cost of conversion from the compensation plan. Additionally, they request the allocation of a minimum of 80m2 of land for resettlement.
The reality in Văn Khê, a rural commune in Mê Linh district, is that it consists of vast agricultural and pond land areas mixed within residential areas. Many families have divided and used these plots to build stable homes and livelihoods. Currently, the compensation rate for agricultural land is low, causing financial difficulties for the affected households who cannot afford to purchase resettlement land.
In conclusion, to address the land clearance challenges and protect the well-being of affected individuals and households, the district government of Mê Linh proposes a special compensation mechanism that considers the irregularly shaped plots and allows for the conversion of agricultural land into residential land. By implementing this mechanism, Mê Linh aims to ensure equitable compensation and appropriate resettlement for the affected residents.