National Human Rights Commission Reviews Hua Hin Beachfront Demolition Order
The National Human Rights Commission of Thailand is reviewing the rights of residents affected by a Supreme Administrative Court order to demolish 15 buildings encroaching on public land in Hua Hin.
On October 22, 2026, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of Thailand held a meeting at the Hua Hin Municipality office to address complaints from 19 residents facing eviction and building demolition. The dispute concerns 15 structures located between the Hua Hin Fish Pier and the Chao Mae Tubtim Shrine on Naresdamri Road, which have been deemed to be encroaching on public beach land.
NHRC Commissioner Sayamol Kaiyurawong emphasized that the commission will not interfere with the Supreme Administrative Court’s final ruling, which mandates the removal of these structures. Instead, the NHRC is focusing on investigating the procedural fairness and the protection of human rights for the affected residents who claim to have occupied and utilized the land for an extended period.
Local officials, including the Mayor of Hua Hin and representatives from the Prachuap Khiri Khan provincial government, attended the meeting to provide facts regarding the enforcement process. For residents and visitors, this situation highlights ongoing efforts by local authorities to reclaim public coastal areas. While the court order remains firm, the NHRC’s involvement suggests a focus on ensuring that the eviction process adheres to human rights standards. Further developments regarding the timeline for the demolition and the potential support for displaced residents remain to be confirmed.
