State Local Government Committee chairman Jagdeep Singh Deo said that in addition to public places, the Commission of Building (COB) will also supervise and enforce SOP on high-rise residential buildings. If it is found that the SOPs are not followed, a warning will be given. Stern action will be taken against repeat offenders.

He said in a speech at the ceremony of handing over Deepavali supplies to 570 city hall frontline personnel today.

He said that the management of high-rise building must abide by the regulations set, including only allowing outsiders with important things, and certain contractors to enter, not allowing general meetings and maintaining hygiene.

“As of November 5, the committee has inspected 1,341 high-rise residences, and the feedback received is very good. 99.53% of high-rise residences have complied with SOP.”

However, 74 units still did not follow standard operating procedures, including failing to maintain social distancing in elevators and failing to disinfect frequently touched places and surfaces. A warning is given to them on the violation.

“The Penang state government has also carried out as many as 1.07 million inspections. The compliance rates of Penang Island and Seberang Perai are 99.69% and 99.35% respectively.”

The management of Summer Place condominium issued a notice at 3 pm on Wednesday, stating that there are residents in the condominium suspected of contracting COVID-19 and are currently in quarantine until November 26, and urge residents to respect the privacy of the households and do their own epidemic prevention during this period.

On the other hand, a confirmed case of COVID-19 has also been reported at Sri York Condominium near York Road in Penang Island. The family members of the patient have been tested and are currently under home quarantine. The management of Sri York Apartment also issued a notice confirming the case and is currently arranging disinfection work. At the same time, the management also urges residents to follow standard operating procedures and pay attention to personal health and safety.

Source: Kwong Wah Yit Poh

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This development will see the construction of a 31-storey serviced residence, featuring 326 residential units with a 7-storey car parking podium. There will also be 20 units of shop offices located at the ground level.

The project is still pending approval. More details to be available upon official launch.

Project Name : (to be confirmed)
Location : Bayan Mutiara
Property Type : Serviced Residence
Total Units: 326 (suite), 20 (shop office)
Built-up Size: 592sq.ft. – 871sq.ft.
Developer: Mutiara Biopolis Developments Sdn. Bhd.
Last Updated: June 2023

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Tenants who are renting the Penang city council flats or other kinds of public housing and are facing difficulty in paying their rent can call the office of the Penang Local Government, Housing, Town and Planning Committee for assistance.

State executive council member (exco) Jagdeep Singh Deo said a separate committee that was set up in 2015 has been tasked to address matters pertaining to rent default.

“The committee will look at how to assist those who are really in need. We have various packages to lessen the financial burden of the tenants, such as instalment plans and others,” he said during a press conference in Komtar today.

Jagdeep said there were people who abused the public housing system by defaulting their rent, despite having the means to pay.

“They can own luxury cars and huge TVs but they refuse to pay their rent. Meanwhile, there is a long list of applicants who are waiting for the offer for public housing.

“The committee will consider the appeals on a case by case basis. We will help those who are really in need,” he said.

Source: Buletin Mutiara