Within the next few weeks, the threat to the charm and physical structure of Ban Plainern, a cultural landmark, may become reality, if City Hall gives the nod to the construction of a controversial 36-storey condo project next door.
The Chitrabongs family who live in this distinctive house are not confident yte authorities will listen to their concerns about the impact of the project on the house, which is located next to Klong Toey MRT station on Rama IV Road. The house is where Prince Narisaranuvattiwongse spent his final days before his passing in 1947.
Sirinya Wattanasukchai is a columnist, Bangkok Post.
