The Pasir Gudang City Council (MBPG) is set to enforce a ban on parking vehicles in front of houses starting from January 1, 2024. The decision, based on the Street, Drainage and Building Act 1974 of the MBPG, was reached during a special meeting of the local authority (PBT) held last Wednesday.
According to Berita Harian, Mayor Datuk Asman Shah Abd Rahman confirmed that the decision received unanimous support from all MBPG council members. To ensure awareness and education among the public, a period of notice issuance to those affected will be observed from now until December 31.
In early October, a notice from MBPG outlining the prohibition of parking vehicles in front of houses, specifically outside fences that obstruct public thoroughfares, gained widespread attention. On October 10, after a special meeting, Mayor Asman announced that enforcement would be carried out in phases to maintain public harmony.
Complaints related to vehicles parked in front of houses obstructing passageways prompted this decision, with MBPG receiving 349 such complaints from the beginning of the year until last month. To address this issue, MBPG will conduct an investigation by engaging with complainants and vehicle owners.
Vehicle owners will be issued notices, providing up to 21 days for corrective action. If no action is taken, fines ranging from RM100 to a maximum of RM2,000 will be imposed for repeat offences, though no immediate fines will be issued.
