New planning regulations for Kuala Lumpur will continue to require stakeholder consultation, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) said today.
In a statement, DBKL said that although formal objections to the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL 2040) no longer apply following its gazettement on June 11, it remains committed to best planning practices through the implementation of Rule 3 of the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Planning Rules 2025, which mandates stakeholder consultations.
DBKL explained that such consultation is required for specific types of proposed developments, such as high-density projects or temporary developments, which require public feedback before approval is granted.
“Additionally, every approved development project in Kuala Lumpur is required to implement a communication strategy covering the pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases,” DBKL said.
“This ensures that developers engage with nearby residents to clearly explain the planned development and the benefits it will bring to the local community.”
It added that these measures reflect DBKL’s ongoing commitment to public engagement, transparency, and inclusive decision-making in urban planning.
DBKL was responding to criticism by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok over the “secret” gazettement of the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Planning Rules 2025, which occurred on June 13 and took effect three days later.
Kok said the rules, which replace decades-old planning laws, weaken transparency and limit public objections to development projects.
“DBKL remains dedicated to ensuring that Kuala Lumpur is developed in an organised, inclusive, and liveable manner, with public input serving as a key foundation of its planning process.”
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