The findings were announced this week following a multi-agency inspection of the site, where construction had been temporarily suspended last month amid allegations that the project had extended into public waterways and affected public beach access.
Officials from the Phuket Marine Office, Rawai Municipality, the Phuket Provincial Land Office, local administrative authorities, Chalong Police, representatives of Baron World Trade Co Ltd and members of the public jointly inspected Chanote land title deeds No. 12592 and 12616 in Moo 2, Soi Laem Ka Yai, Rawai, on June 15.
The inspection followed an order issued by the Phuket Marine Office on May 25 requiring work to stop while authorities investigated concerns over possible encroachment into public waterways and verified the site’s land boundaries.
According to the Phuket Marine Office, surveyors confirmed that construction remained within the boundaries specified in the land title deeds and found no evidence that any work had extended beyond the company’s legally owned land.
However, officials noted that coastal erosion has significantly altered the shoreline in the area, creating uneven stretches of beach and eroded sections of coastline that have raised concerns among local residents.
In response, Baron World Trade Co Ltd said it had agreed to adjust the alignment of the construction to an area not affected by high tides and would submit amended plans in accordance with the procedures required by local authorities.
The company said the changes were intended to reassure the public and address concerns raised during the inspection process.
Authorities also confirmed that access routes used by the public, including roads and pathways leading to religious sites within the local community, would remain unaffected by the project.
The Phuket Marine Office said relevant agencies would continue monitoring the development to ensure it complies with all legal requirements while protecting the public interest and preserving the Rawai coastline.
The project became the focus of public attention after residents and members of the Rawai sea gypsy community raised concerns that construction of a breakwater and seawall could affect public beach access, traditional fishing activities and cultural sites.
Following complaints and widespread discussion on social media, the Phuket Marine Office ordered construction suspended pending a full investigation into the project’s legal boundaries and any potential encroachment into public waterways.
At the time, residents questioned whether the development could interfere with long-established access routes, boat launching areas and community activities, while also calling for scrutiny of the project’s land ownership documents and environmental approvals.
The latest inspection concluded that no land encroachment has occurred, although authorities said oversight of the project will continue as revised construction plans are submitted and reviewed.