The public can have access to documents and agreements for two reclamation projects in Penang starting from today.

State secretary Datuk Seri Farizan Darus said the relevant documents for the two projects — 10.11ha in Pantai Jerejak and 14.16ha in Bayan Mutiara — were open for public viewing from 9am to 4.30pm.

“Visitors have to register at Level 3, Komtar, and make their payment first,” he told a press conference after a gathering with the state civil servants in Jen Hotel yesterday.

Farizan said viewers were allowed to bring only pens and pencils into the hall to copy the contents.

“However, no recording devices or handphones are allowed and they can request to buy the copied documents,” he said.

Farizan added that group viewing would be available for three people.

He, however, stressed that the state would disclose the documents only for the two projects approved by the present government as the two concessionaires refused to declassify the agreements on deals made with the previous state government.

“Our hands are tied. We can’t do anything since the agreements, which involved reclamation of 1,400 acres, were made by the Barisan Nasional administration,” he said.

Source: TheStar.com.my

While we are still waiting for Nadayu 290 at Bukit Gambier, here is yet another condominium proposed next to it.

The newly proposed development comprises a 39-storey building with 222 residential units. It is strategically located along Jalan Bukit Gambier, about 1.5km from University Science Malaysia (USM). Other amenities such as schools, convenient stores, banks, eateries and markets are also just a short drive away.

Details to be available upon project launch.

Project Name: (to be confirmed)
Location: Bukit Gambier, Penang
Property Type: Condominium
Built-up Area: (to be confirmed)
Indicative Price: (to be confirmed)
Total Units: 222
Developer: Pingat Mutiara Sdn. Bhd.

Location Map:

Eco Marina is an upcoming gated and guarded landed development by Eco World, located in the northern part of Batu Kawan. The masterplan of this development comprises a 150-acre waterfront and international standard golf course with homes offering stunning views of the sea and golfing greens.

The first phase, slated for launch in 2016, will debut a resort-inspired zero-lot bungalows sitting on hill slopes with unobstructed sea views overlooking Penang bridge and the island.

* PROJECT CANCELLED * 

Read more about the cancellation

Check out the aerial view at actual site below.

Click here to find out more about Eco Marina

Reclamation work along Gurney Drive by Eastern & Oriental Bhd (E&O) as part of the Phase 2 Seri Tanjung Pinang (STP2) is expected to commence end this month.

State executive councillor Chow Kon Yeow said the reclamation work would most likely take 18 months to complete.

“Work will definitely start this year as they have obtained approval.

“There will be an announcement with regards to the reclamation at the end of February.

Meanwhile, Chow brushed aside the comment by Deputy Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi Yahya that the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP) was not viable.

“If the PTMP is not viable, then what about in the Klang Valley?

“A lot of money is spent in promoting transportation in the Klang Valley too.

“To sustain the increasing car population, the way forward is to promote public transport,” he said.

Source: TheStar.com.my

Potential first-time home buyers will have a chance to own affordable homes in environmental friendly surroundings through the Berjaya Land Berhad (BLand) Jesselton Villas project near to Penang Turf Club.

Berjaya Land Bhd (BLand) executive director Eason Phan said the company was looking forward to build the 500 units of affordable housing for the people, especially first-time home buyers.

He said the homes, expected to be priced in the range of RM300,000 with units from 800 to 850 sq ft, would provide an opportunity especially for young people to own a home.

Phan also noted that they were very meticulous in planning and will be announcing the ground breaking ceremony when time comes.

He said that the state government had already imposed regulations to ensure that developers build affordable homes for the people when constructing a project.

“We are expediting the launch of affordable housing,” he said after witnessing the signing agreement contract with Ban Soon Aik Construction Sdn Bhd for infrastructure works at the Kensington Gardens, Suffolk House today.

Signing on behalf of Berjaya Land Development Sdn Bhd was director Victor Leong, while Ban Soon Aik Sdn Bhd was represented by managing director Ooi Ah Soon.

Also witnessing the ceremony was Ban Soon Aik Sdn Bhd director Ooi Guo Chean.

The 26 acres (10.52ha) of Kensington Gardens is the first parcel to be developed out of the three parcels in the project. It consists of 69 units of bungalow lots ranging from 5,995 sq ft to 9,634 sq ft in size.

Phan said the company was proud to work with Ban Soon Aik Construction on the infrastructure works for Kensington Gardens which include internal road works, street lights, drain work, underground incoming power cables and telecommunication cables installation.

“60% has already been sold to mostly locals,” he said, adding that it is scheduled for completion in May next year.

Source: TheSundaily.my