Kazakhstan will launch a unified electronic platform for the construction sector on January 1, 2026, Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev announced. The digital system aims to streamline operations for both developers and homebuyers by consolidating multiple existing databases into a single portal.
Presenting the draft of the new Construction Code to parliament, Nagaspayev said the industry currently relies on several fragmented information systems, creating confusion and inefficiencies.
“The new portal has already been developed and passed an information security audit. The only remaining step is to integrate two systems, private and state expertise. We expect full implementation by January,” the minister told the Mazhilis.
The Construction Code introduces several digital innovations, including a unique identifier for every construction project, enabling traceability throughout its lifecycle.
“If we compare it to everyday life, this unique number is similar to an individual identification number (IIN) for people,” Nagaspayev explained. “It will be assigned automatically at the planning stage within the state urban development cadastre and will remain in the system until the building’s demolition.”
This measure will help homeowners access electronic documentation even years after a building’s completion. Currently, many property owners struggle to retrieve original technical or project documents required for renovations or modernization.
The system will also include an electronic registry of licensed construction companies, listing only those that have undergone official accreditation.
Nagaspayev acknowledged that a significant number of companies and licenses exist only on paper, lacking real production capacity or qualified personnel.
“This situation poses risks to construction quality and safety, encourages fictitious participation in public procurement, and distorts the real picture of employment and business activity in the sector,” he said.
The new registry will enable authorities to audit existing licenses and integrate the data with other government databases for automated compliance checks. It will also introduce joint liability among market participants, with the potential to suspend or ban companies that commit serious violations.
Nagaspayev also announced plans to introduce certification for construction engineers, modeled on European Union practices and adapted to Kazakhstan’s legal framework.
“This certification process will be handled in a competitive environment by market participants,” he noted.
As previously reported by The Times of Central Asia, Kazakhstan faces a growing labor shortage in the construction sector. Some industry stakeholders are calling for simplified procedures to attract migrant workers to meet rising demand.
