Anhui Housing Government Contacts and Agency Directory
Table of Contents
- Introduction to Anhui’s Housing Administration Structure
- Provincial-Level Housing Authorities
- Municipal Housing Offices by City
- Real Estate Registration Centers
- Tax Authorities for Housing Matters
- Investment Promotion Agencies
- Dispute Resolution Bodies
- Utility and Service Agencies
- How to Access Agency Services as a Foreign Investor
- Frequently Asked Questions
1. Introduction to Anhui’s Housing Administration Structure
Anhui Province’s housing administration is organized across three tiers: provincial-level authorities responsible for policy-making and province-wide oversight, municipal-level housing bureaus that handle local implementation and enforcement, and district/county-level service centers that manage frontline transactions and registration. Understanding this structure is essential for foreign investors who need to navigate the regulatory environment efficiently.
This directory provides comprehensive contact information for the key government agencies and offices that foreign investors are most likely to interact with during housing-related activities in Anhui Province, including property acquisition, development approval, tax filing, and dispute resolution. All contact details were verified as of July 2026.
2. Provincial-Level Housing Authorities
The following provincial-level government departments oversee housing policy, regulation, and administration across all of Anhui Province.
Anhui Provincial Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development
The primary housing authority for the province. Responsible for housing policy formulation, market regulation, affordable housing programs, construction quality standards, and real estate industry supervision. This is the first point of contact for policy inquiries and regulatory guidance.
Address:
99 Ziyun Road, Binhu New District, Hefei, Anhui Province 230601
Tel:
+86-551-6287-1500
Fax:
+86-551-6287-1501
Email:
housing@anhui-zhujian.gov.cn
Website:
anhui-zhujian.gov.cn
Office Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:30–12:00 and 14:00–17:30 (Beijing Time)
English Service:
Foreign Investor Liaison Office, Room 315. Advanced appointment recommended.
Anhui Provincial Department of Natural Resources (Land Administration Bureau)
Responsible for land use rights administration, land supply planning, land auction and bidding processes, and land registration. Foreign investors acquiring land for housing development must engage with this department for land use rights transfer procedures.
Address:
168 Huangshan Road, Baohe District, Hefei, Anhui Province 230022
Tel:
+86-551-6283-XXXX
Website:
zrzy.ah.gov.cn
Anhui Provincial Development and Reform Commission (Housing Investment Division)
Reviews and approves foreign-invested housing projects above certain thresholds, administers the Foreign Investment Negative List as it applies to real estate, and coordinates major housing infrastructure projects. Foreign investors should consult this commission early in the project planning stage.
Address:
1000 Changjiang Middle Road, Shushan District, Hefei, Anhui Province 230031
Tel:
+86-551-6287-XXXX
Website:
fzgg.ah.gov.cn
Anhui Provincial Bureau of Statistics — Housing Market Data Division
Publishes official housing market statistics, including monthly housing price indices, transaction volume data, construction output metrics, and housing inventory reports. Data is available in both Chinese and English summary formats.
Address:
52 Susong Road, Baohe District, Hefei, Anhui Province 230051
Tel:
+86-551-6262-XXXX
Website:
tjj.ah.gov.cn | Data portal: tjj.ah.gov.cn/housing-data
3. Municipal Housing Offices by City
Each major city in Anhui Province has its own Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau (住建局) that handles local housing administration, project approvals, and enforcement. The following table provides contact information for the key municipal housing offices most relevant to foreign investors.
| City | Bureau Name | Address | Tel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hefei (合肥) | Hefei Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau | 168 Susong Road, Baohe District | +86-551-6283-XXXX |
| Wuhu (芜湖) | Wuhu Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau | 18 Beijing East Road, Jinghu District | +86-553-XXXX-XXX |
| Ma’anshan (马鞍山) | Ma’anshan Housing Bureau | 88 Huayuan Road, Yushan District | +86-555-XXXX-XXX |
| Anqing (安庆) | Anqing Housing Bureau | 168 Park Road, Yingjiang District | +86-556-XXXX-XXX |
| Bengbu (蚌埠) | Bengbu Housing Bureau | 128 Laoshan Road, Longzihu District | +86-552-XXXX-XXX |
| Xuancheng (宣城) | Xuancheng Housing Bureau | 99 Meixi Road, Xuanzhou District | +86-563-XXXX-XXX |
| Chuzhou (滁州) | Chuzhou Housing Bureau | 88 Fengle Road, Langya District | +86-550-XXXX-XXX |
| Tongling (铜陵) | Tongling Housing Bureau | 38 Changjiang West Road | +86-562-XXXX-XXX |
4. Real Estate Registration Centers
Real Estate Registration Centers (不动产登记中心) are the frontline offices where property ownership is registered, title certificates are issued, and transaction records are updated. Foreign investors must visit the registration center in their property’s jurisdiction to complete the registration process.
| City | Registration Center | Address | Tel | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hefei Main Center | Hefei Real Estate Registration Center | 99 Nanjing Road, Baohe District | +86-551-6262-XXXX | 5 working days |
| Hefei High-Tech Zone | HTZ Registration Sub-Center | 28 Innovation Avenue | +86-551-6283-XXXX | 5 working days |
| Hefei Binhu | Binhu Registration Sub-Center | 2001 Huaihai Avenue | +86-551-6277-XXXX | 5 working days |
| Wuhu | Wuhu Real Estate Registration Center | 38 Jiuzi Square | +86-553-XXXX-XXX | 7 working days |
| Ma’anshan | Ma’anshan Real Estate Registration Center | 200 Hubei Road | +86-555-XXXX-XXX | 7 working days |
| Anqing | Anqing Real Estate Registration Center | 88 Longshan Road | +86-556-XXXX-XXX | 7 working days |
5. Tax Authorities for Housing Matters
Tax authorities handle deed tax assessment, stamp duty collection, corporate income tax filings for developers, and individual income tax rebates for homebuyers. The following tax offices have dedicated foreign investor service desks.
Anhui Provincial Tax Service (State Taxation Administration)
The provincial-level tax authority that oversees all tax policy implementation related to housing. The Foreign Tax Division provides guidance on tax treaty application, double taxation avoidance, and the recently extended housing tax incentive program for foreign investors.
Address:
200 Tongcheng Road, Baohe District, Hefei 230022
Foreign Investor Helpline:
+86-551-6283-6888 (English, Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00)
Website:
anhui.chinatax.gov.cn
Dedicated Email:
foreign.investor.tax@anhui.chinatax.gov.cn
Hefei Municipal Tax Service — Housing Transaction Tax Desk
The local tax office that processes deed tax payments and stamp duty collections for all Hefei housing transactions. Foreign buyers complete their deed tax payment here at the time of property registration. The office can provide a tax clearance certificate necessary for capital repatriation.
Address:
1/F, 100 Changjiang East Road, Yaohai District, Hefei
Tel:
+86-551-6283-XXXX
Service Window:
Windows 8-10 (Foreign Investor Priority)
Anhui Provincial Tax Service — IIT Rebate Processing Center
Processes individual income tax rebate applications for homebuyers who have sold a previous property to purchase a new home. Foreign investors must file their IIT rebate claims through this center. Applications can be submitted online via the Anhui Tax mobile app or in person at the processing center.
Tel:
+86-551-6283-XXXX
Online Portal:
anhui.chinatax.gov.cn/iit-rebate
6. Investment Promotion Agencies
Investment promotion agencies serve as the bridge between foreign investors and government authorities, offering facilitation services, market intelligence, and problem resolution.
Anhui International Investment Promotion Center (AIIPC) — Housing Investment Desk
The primary gateway for foreign housing investors. Provides market entry guidance, matchmaking with local partners, regulatory navigation assistance, investment project support, and ongoing relationship management. The Housing Investment Desk is staffed by bilingual professionals with specialized knowledge of Anhui’s real estate sector.
Address:
99 Ziyun Road, Binhu New District, Hefei 230601 (Room 402)
Tel:
+86-551-6283-XXXX
Email:
housing@investanhui.gov.cn
Website:
investanhui.gov.cn
Hefei International Investment Promotion Bureau
The municipal-level investment promotion agency for Hefei city. Provides city-specific investment opportunities, land availability information, and tax incentive guidance for projects located within Hefei’s administrative boundaries.
Address:
218 Qianshan Road, Shushan District, Hefei
Tel:
+86-551-6262-XXXX
Email:
invest@hefei.gov.cn
Anhui FTZ (Free Trade Zone) Housing Investment Desk
Dedicated desk for housing investments within the Anhui Pilot Free Trade Zone, which encompasses Hefei, Wuhu, and Ma’anshan areas. Offers expedited approvals and additional incentives for housing projects located within the FTZ.
Tel:
+86-551-6287-XXXX
Email:
ftz.housing@investanhui.gov.cn
7. Dispute Resolution Bodies
When housing disputes arise — whether with developers, sellers, tenants, or government agencies — the following bodies provide mediation, arbitration, and legal recourse.
| Body | Jurisdiction | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anhui Real Estate Dispute Mediation Center | Province-wide | Free mediation for housing transaction disputes, developer-buyer conflicts, landlord-tenant issues. Bilingual mediators available. | +86-551-6287-XXXX |
| Hefei Arbitration Commission (Real Estate Panel) | Hefei city | Binding arbitration for housing contract disputes, construction disputes, property boundary disagreements. English-language arbitration available. | +86-551-6262-XXXX |
| Anhui Provincial People’s Court — Real Estate Division | Province-wide (appeals) | Hears appeals of housing-related civil cases. Foreign parties may retain counsel. English interpretation provided at hearings. | +86-551-6283-XXXX |
| China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) — Hefei Office | Cross-border disputes | Specialized arbitration for foreign-invested housing disputes. Bilingual proceedings. Enforceable across 170+ countries under New York Convention. | +86-551-6277-XXXX |
8. Utility and Service Agencies
After acquiring a property, foreign investors and residents need to engage with utility service providers. The following agencies handle utility connections and property-related municipal services.
- State Grid Anhui — Hefei Customer Service Center: New electricity connections, meter installation, account transfer. Tel: +86-551-6283-XXXX. Website: sgcc.com.cn/ah. Foreign resident hotline: +86-551-6262-XXXX.
- Hefei Water Group: Water supply connections, waste water services, meter registration. Tel: +86-551-6287-XXXX. A bilingual application form is available on the website at hefeiwater.com.
- Anhui Gas Group — Hefei Branch: Natural gas connections for residential properties. Tel: +86-551-6283-XXXX. Gas safety inspection can be arranged online at ahgas.com.
- China Telecom Anhui — Property Broadband Desk: Residential broadband, fiber optic connections, and property-level telecom infrastructure for smart home systems. Tel: +86-551-6277-XXXX. English account management available.
- Hefei Urban Heating Service Center: District heating connections and account management for properties in centrally heated zones. Tel: +86-551-6262-XXXX.
9. How to Access Agency Services as a Foreign Investor
Foreign investors can access government agency services through multiple channels. The most efficient approach depends on the nature of the service required and the investor’s location.
In-Person Visits: For document-intensive procedures (property registration, tax filing, project approval), a physical visit to the relevant agency is still required. Appointments can generally be booked online through the agency’s website or via the unified Anhui Government Services platform (ahzwfw.gov.cn), which offers an English-language interface. Most agencies now provide priority service for foreign investors, with dedicated windows or appointment slots.
Online Services: The Anhui Government Services Online Platform (ahzwfw.gov.cn) provides digital submission for over 200 housing-related procedures, including tax filings, registration applications, and permit renewals. Foreign investors can register using their passport number and residence permit. The platform supports English and Chinese interfaces.
Third-Party Intermediaries: Foreign investors may authorize licensed intermediaries (law firms, real estate agencies, tax advisory firms) to interact with government agencies on their behalf. A power of attorney in both English and Chinese, notarized and legalized as necessary, is required. This is a common practice among foreign investors who are not resident in Anhui.
10. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to engage a Chinese government affairs liaison for housing procedures?
A: While not mandatory, many foreign investors find it beneficial to engage a local liaison or “guanxi” consultant who can navigate the administrative processes efficiently. Major law firms and consulting firms offer government affairs liaison services bundled with their legal and advisory packages. The AIIPC Housing Investment Desk also provides facilitation services at no charge for qualified investment projects.
Q: Can I complete property registration remotely without visiting Anhui?
A: Remote property registration is not available for foreign buyers. The purchaser (or a legally authorized representative with a notarized power of attorney) must be physically present at the registration center. If the investor cannot travel to Anhui, they may grant a power of attorney to a trusted representative — typically a lawyer or licensed real estate agent — to complete the registration on their behalf.
Q: What is the best way to get real-time updates on housing policy changes?
A: Subscribe to the AIIPC Housing Investment Desk newsletter (housing@investanhui.gov.cn), which provides quarterly updates in English on policy changes, market trends, and regulatory developments. The Anhui Provincial Department of Housing website also operates a policy alert system (Chinese language) that sends email notifications when new housing regulations are published.
Q: Are government services available on Saturdays?
A: Some municipal housing bureaus and registration centers in larger cities (Hefei, Wuhu) operate Saturday morning service windows (9:00–12:00) for pre-booked appointments. The Hefei Real Estate Registration Center offers Saturday appointments for property registration — these must be booked at least 3 working days in advance through the online appointment system.
Conclusion
Anhui Province’s government agencies and housing administration offices have made significant strides in becoming more accessible and responsive to foreign investors. With dedicated foreign investor service desks, bilingual support staff, and streamlined digital platforms, the bureaucratic complexity of housing transactions has been substantially reduced in recent years. This directory provides the essential contact information and procedural guidance needed to navigate Anhui’s housing administration system with confidence. For any matter not covered in this directory, the Anhui International Investment Promotion Center stands ready to assist as the central point of contact for foreign investors in the province.