The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) will continue to refine the proposed Urban Renewal Bill (URB) to ensure stronger and more comprehensive protection for original property owners, following the Cabinet’s decision to withdraw the Bill for further improvements.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the ministry remains fully committed to an inclusive consultation process before the Bill is re-tabled in Parliament.
According to him, KPKT will intensify engagement sessions with local residents, academics, Members of Parliament and industry experts to ensure that all perspectives are carefully considered.
The move comes after the Cabinet decided to temporarily withdraw the Urban Renewal Bill, allowing room for further refinement and strengthening before it is presented again in an improved format.
“The objective of the Urban Renewal Bill is to improve the quality of life of residents in dilapidated and ageing urban areas, revitalise local socio-economic conditions, and ensure that the rights of original property owners are protected throughout the urban renewal process,” Nga said.
He added that the ministry will continue to review every piece of feedback received, with the aim of strengthening safeguards for original owners in a more holistic manner.
Once the enhancement process is finalised, the Urban Renewal Bill will be re-tabled in Parliament with clearer protections, improved mechanisms and stronger legal assurances.
“KPKT remains committed to ensuring that the Bill supports safer, well-planned, sustainable and liveable urban redevelopment, in line with the aspirations of the MADANI Government,” he said.
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