When building a house in the countryside, it is indeed necessary to strictly follow the policies and regulations related to the homestead to avoid illegal acts and legal problems that may arise. The five policies you mentioned summarize the main considerations for homestead use:
Cultivated land protectionArable land is strictly protected in order to ensure the country's food security and sustainable agricultural development. Therefore, houses cannot be built on cultivated land, and homesteads that violate this provision will be repossessed.
Efficient use of homesteads: Homesteads are granted conditionally, mainly for residential use. If the homestead is not effectively used within a certain period of time (such as more than 2 years), such as abandoning and not building a house, the local government has the right to take back the homestead.
Household registration restrictionsThe hukou system distinguishes between urban and rural areas, and in principle, those who have been converted to urban hukou no longer enjoy the right to build houses in rural areas. If an urban hukou person builds a house in the countryside without authorization, he or she may face the penalty of having their homestead repossessed.
Restrictions on the area used for homesteads: The allocation of homesteads follows certain standards and regulations, including restrictions on the area used. The part that exceeds the specified area may be regarded as illegal use, and the relevant excess part of the homestead may be repossessed.
Restrictions on the use of homesteadsHomesteads are mainly used to meet the residential needs of rural residents, and if the use of homesteads is changed without authorization, such as the construction of commercial facilities such as farmhouses, hotels or farms, it may be repossessed because it affects neighborhood relations or violates regulations.
Understanding and complying with these policies is a prerequisite for risk avoidance and legal and compliant construction. It is recommended to consult with the local planning and land management department in detail before planning to build a house to ensure that all actions are within the scope of laws and policies to avoid economic losses and legal liabilities caused by illegal operations.