Johor state government halts two property projects for 14 days due to non-compliance with drainage rules causing flooding
JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor state government has issued 14-day stop-work orders against two property developers in Johor Bahru and Kulai. The action follows their failure to comply with technical and drainage control requirements, which were identified as the cause of flooding.
State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said the orders were issued under the Roads, Drains and Buildings Act 1974. He stated that work must stop until corrective and mitigation measures are fully implemented.
“The state government views this flooding seriously,” Mohd Jafni said in a statement. He emphasised that all development must fully comply with stipulated technical requirements, including drainage management and erosion control.
He warned that failure to comply harms the environment and directly impacts public well-being. The state government supports economic development but will not compromise on public safety.
“Good development is balanced, resilient, and does not disrupt the lives of local communities,” he stressed. He issued a stern warning to all developers to strictly adhere to established guidelines and approved plans.
“Any development that triggers flash floods will receive an immediate 14-day stop-work notice,” he added. This notice will remain until mitigation is complete and the risk of recurrence is eliminated.
He said the state’s 16 local authorities will intensify on-site monitoring. They will not hesitate to take stern legal action, including project halts, fines, or further penalties for violations.
The state government remains committed to ensuring every development is responsible and sustainable. This effort is aligned with the Maju Johor agenda, where economic growth and public well-being go hand in hand.
