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The Star
7 days ago
- The Star
QuickCheck: Has DBKL appointed agents to sell hawker licence application forms?
WHEN it comes to official matters, the process of obtaining a licence can seem daunting. In these situations, one often finds people who will step in to exploit the confusion of others to make easy money. Recently, claims emerged that KL City Hall (DBKL) was selling hawker licence application forms through agents. Is this true? VERDICT: FALSE "I noticed that there are people who call themselves 'agents' of DBKL, attempting to sell application forms to hawkers. DBKL did not appoint anyone and the application forms are free of charge. Hawkers who are approached by these 'agents' should lodge a police report," said Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif She added while speaking at the "Apa Cerita Datuk Bandar" podcast by DBKL on Thursday (June 26) that she was making the clarification to prevent hawkers from being misled by false claims and ensures the integrity of the application process. Maimunah then said that all applications must be submitted directly to DBKL.
The Star
7 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Unlicensed hawkers in KL have until June 30 to apply for licences
KUALA LUMPUR: Unlicensed hawkers here until June 30 to apply for licences under Kuala Lumpur City Hall's (DBKL) Hawkers' Legalisation Initiative 2025. Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said hawkers could submit their applications online through DBKL's system or in person at its office or branches. "We have also set up service counters to assist those who face difficulties filling up the forms to ensure that the application process is smooth," she said in the "Apa Cerita Datuk Bandar" podcast by DBKL on June 26. Maimunah also said all applications must be submitted directly to DBKL. "I noticed that there are people who call themselves 'agents' of DBKL, attempting to sell application forms to hawkers. "DBKL did not appoint anyone and the application forms are free of charge. "Hawkers who are approached by these 'agents' should lodge a police report," she said. Maimunah added that the initiative was not only to legalise unlicensed hawkers but also to leverage the local economy in the city. "Hawkers are an important asset for the city. Therefore, it is important for them to be able to do business in a coordinated and orderly manner based on the law," she said. Applications for hawker licences opened on June 1 to mobile hawkers without vehicles and temporary hawkers, according to reports. Mobile hawkers without vehicles are allowed to sell packed food and beverages, flowers and toys, while temporary hawkers are only allowed to sell packed food and beverages within a designated roadside stall or plot with operation hours set by the mayor. Applicants will be informed if their applications are successful in August.
The Star
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
DBKL identifies 139 sites for renewal
THE PKNS Flat in Jalan Kuching, Kuala Lumpur are among the redevelopment sites identified in Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040. - Bernama A TOTAL of 139 sites in Kuala Lumpur have been identified for redevelopment in the newly gazetted Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (KLLP 2040). The plan prioritises redevelopment of public housing sites and areas that are obsolete, old or abandoned. Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said these areas were not only residential but also commercial and institutional land. The KLLP 2040 was gazetted on May 28 and launched at Institut Latihan DBKL in Kuala Lumpur . — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star The areas include Wangsa Maju flats in sections 1, 2 and 4, PKNS flats in Jalan Kuching and flats in Taman Ikan Emas. Also earmarked are Pasar Borong Kuala Lumpur, Pasar Sentul and Pasar Raja Bot. Commercial areas such as Danau Kota Uptown and Jalan Sungai Besi are also listed. Maimunah said the city's population was expected to grow to 2.35 million by 2040, from the existing 2.1 million. 'By 2040, we envision there will be 762,500 units of housing, 40% or 305,000 units of which will be affordable housing. 'Currently, we have 110,188 units of affordable housing,' she said during a media briefing at Menara DBKL in Jalan Raja Laut. 'KLLP 2040 contains comprehensive urban development strategies, outlining six main goals, 39 planning strategies, 88 implementation proposals and 191 action initiatives. 'These six goals reflect our determination to make Kuala Lumpur into an innovative, inclusive, green and low-carbon liveable city. 'It also aims to build an efficient and environmentally friendly urban mobility system and to empower more sustainable urban redevelopment and land management. 'We also have a bold target to achieve, which is 70% of public transport usage by the Kuala Lumpur population,' said Maimunah. KLLP 2040, which was gazetted on May 28 and came into effect on June 11, replaced KLLP 2020. It was launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Institut Latihan DBKL in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, yesterday. In a media statement, DBKL said the draft KLLP 2040 was displayed for public viewing between Jan 30 and April 15 this year. 'During this period, more than 28,000 responses from 4,640 contributors were received. 'However, only 3,717 (13.15%) of the feedback was accepted while 23,902 (84.53%) was rejected and 657 (2.32%) was found to be irrelevant.' In response to the feedback received, DBKL said 13 engagement sessions were held. Since 2019, more than 70 engagement sessions have been held to prepare the draft KLLP 2040. 'These sessions were held in various formats such as workshops, online surveys, group discussions and briefings.'
New Straits Times
24-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
PTKL2040 not just a document, but an action plan
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL2040) has been developed not only to address current urban challenges, but also to future-proof the city against emerging issues. Kuala Lumpur City Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif said this includes challenges such as climate change, rapid population growth, technological advancements and the increasing demand for smart mobility and resilient green infrastructure. "PTKL2040 is the primary reference document for determining the direction of Kuala Lumpur's development. "It is not merely a document, but an action plan that serves as a reference for all stakeholders, aimed at shaping a city that is not only liveable, but also trusted as a destination for investment and growth. "It addresses physical, economic, social and environmental aspects in a holistic manner and incorporates 12 development principles, including site suitability, basic amenities, utility networks and environmental harmony, to ensure that new developments do not burden existing systems, but instead strengthen them," she said in her keynote address at the launch of PTKL2040 today. Present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Also in attendance were Anwar's wife and Bandar Tun Razak member of parliament Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, and Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. PTKL2040 aims to coordinate land use between the federal government and the public, promote technology-driven development, and safeguard both the environment and urban heritage. The plan, rebranded from the Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2020, introduces new measures such as redevelopment incentives, flexible plot ratio controls, and revised land use zones to enhance the well-being of the urban community. Maimunah added that in terms of mobility, the plan targets a 70 per cent public transport usage rate by 2040, supported by the Traffic Master Plan and the Pedestrian and Cycling Masterplan. She said PTKL2040 also sets a minimum target of 20 square metres of open space per city resident, amounting to more than 4,700 hectares. "From a housing perspective, the plan aims to deliver 305,000 affordable housing units by 2040 to support the development of Madani residences and inclusive communities. "At the same time, a total of 74 million square metres of commercial floor space is projected to meet the city's economic growth needs and create up to 1.2 million job opportunities by 2040. "A total of 139 areas have been identified as having redevelopment potential, with a focus on dilapidated public housing areas. "Our principle is clear, redevelopment must be resilient, inclusive, and based on fair incentives, in line with the principles of social justice under Malaysia Madani," she said. She also said that the plan comprises two volumes, each detailing key components of the city's future direction. "Volume One focuses on planning controls, including special zones such as heritage areas, affordable housing, and redevelopment zones. "Meanwhile, Volume Two outlines six strategic goals, including to make Kuala Lumpur an innovative and productive city, inclusive and equitable, green and healthy, climate-smart and low carbon, efficiently mobile, and empowered in urban regeneration, in line with the values of Malaysia Madani."
Malay Mail
24-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Anwar says KL's future is public transport, not private cars, as 2040 blueprint unveiled
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said public transport will serve as the backbone of future development in Malaysia's capital under the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL40). He said new infrastructure projects under the Transport Ministry, including the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), have been identified to support this shift. 'In this local plan, the city hall's priority is not private vehicles, but public transport. We make decisions in favour of the majority,' he said during his speech at the PTKL40 launch, held at Institut Latihan Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) in Cheras here. 'That's why I said new projects identified under the Transport Ministry, such as the MRT and others, are meant to form the backbone of the city, ensuring comfort for everyone.' Adding to Anwar's remarks, Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said the plan aims for 70 per cent public transport usage by 2040, supported by the Traffic Master Plan and pedestrian and cycling routes. 'Initiatives such as micromobility and covered green pathways are direct examples of how this plan is being translated into action,' she said in her speech. Maimunah added that DBKL is also developing the Urban Digital Twin Kuala Lumpur, which will enable real-time updates of development data. 'This will ensure that our policies and actions are based on facts, not perceptions, a practice that reflects the values of accountability and integrity, and marks a reform in governance at DBKL,' she added. Meanwhile, Anwar also highlighted that all new housing developments must include solar power as part of their design under PTKL40. 'These are new requirements that have not existed in our regulations or laws before. This will ensure the sustainability of the city,' he added. PTKL40 was gazetted in May this year and came into force on June 11. The plan incorporates 12 development principles, including site suitability, basic amenities, utility networks, and environmental harmony, to ensure that new developments do not burden existing systems but instead strengthen them. Maimunah said the plan also identifies reserved areas for future facilities and introduces concepts such as stratified, mixed-use, and integrated development. 'We do not want Kuala Lumpur to be merely a dense city, but one that is friendly and human-centric, another core principle within the Malaysia Madani framework,' she said. PTKL2040 also sets a minimum target of 20 square metres of open space per city resident, equivalent to over 4,700 hectares. To promote a healthy and active lifestyle, community parks are set to be linked through a 254-kilometre Green Connector network. The plan also targets the development of 305,000 affordable housing units by 2040. Building height controls are being introduced to preserve the character of low-intensity areas. A total of 139 areas have been identified as having redevelopment potential, with a focus on ageing public housing estates.
