New measures to address stigma of low-cost homes

Low-cost housing schemes built under PPRs are often plagued by a plethora of problems, earning them the notorious label of “black spots” or haunts where anti-social activities thrive, making these places unliveable at times.

Against this backdrop, sceptics doubt that these emerging issues can be easily resolved, especially with the number of PPR residents in the Klang Valley alone now reaching over 150,000 people. In the 2023 Budget, the government allocated RM50mil through Local Government Development Ministry to provide a safe environment in PPR housing nationwide.

PPR Taman Mulia, Bandar Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur is one of the focal points for drug addiction according to AADK. On the issue of cleanliness, the ministry – through the National Housing Department – has appointed a management company to manage cleanliness of buildings and landscape, bulk waste pickup services as well as the premises’ security.However, these issues continue to take centre stage due to the lack of civic-consciousness among some residents.

In a random survey conducted by Bernama, the Pandan Utama Flats in Ampang Jaya is a shining example of communal effort as the residents there work together to keep their surrounding areas pleasant. “Other similar housing schemes that are being implemented in other countries show that the built-up area of a house is about 320sq ft to 650sq ft, which is much smaller compared to 750sq ft,” the ministry said.Apart from size, other improvements undertaken by the government involve design and structural layout to ensure comfort for the flats’ residents.

This policy also focuses on safeguarding the welfare of the community, which is aligned with the National Housing Policy . “The implementation of various programmes for community engagement is seen as helping individuals who are in dire need, offering them a lifeline to relieve their fear, sadness and stress,” it added.

“Based on this, we will focus on six basic criteria for a child-friendly environment, namely access to nature, social relationship, opportunities for children to play at leisure and where children may develop a sense of belonging and participation in decision making, especially in high-density residential units including PPR areas.”

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