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Bali authorities address illegally operating vacation villas
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Bali leaders are cracking down on illegally constructed and operating private rental villas across the province. This initiative aims to ensure villas comply with building permits, spatial planning laws, and business operation regulations. The Bali Villa Association BVA is advocating for improved licensing and tax compliance. Ismoyo Sumarlan, Chairman of the BVA, noted that recent changes in licensing regulations have made it challenging for some businesses to maintain legal compliance. He explained that some illegally operating villas are outright breaking the law, while others have not kept up with changing legislation but wish to operate legally. Political leaders are concerned about the negative impact on tax revenue. Indonesia's Deputy Tourism Minister, Ni Luh Puspa, stated that the Ministry of Tourism intends to support villa owners in achieving compliance, while prosecuting those who intentionally break the law. The BVA is prepared to assist members with licensing difficulties. These efforts are expected to provide more assurance for tourists booking private vacation villas. The Bali Villa Rental Management Association BVRMA has proposed a hotel-style star rating system for private villas, which is currently under review. Kadek Adnyana, Chairman of the BVRMA, confirmed that his team is working with Bali's universities to develop classification standards to help tourists and investors assess villa quality, amenities, and pricing.
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