Penang will propose to Putrajaya an amendment to the Strata Management Act to regulate short-term accommodation services at high-rise residential buildings. State Housing, Local Government, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman Jagdeep Singh Deo said he would bring up the proposal in a virtual meeting on a national local government council ... Read More

Gurney Paragon Residential JMB has released a notice yesterday confirming one positive COVID-19 case at their East Tower.  The notice emphasized that after being informed about the case,  the management have disinfected specific areas and areas involved, and provided relevant assistance. The management seeks corporation from everyone in the building. If you need to ... Read More

Scientex Bhd is committed to continue building and delivering 50,000 units of affordable houses in Malaysia within the next eight years. Property division chief operating officer Datuk Alex Khaw Giet Thye (pic) said the target could be achieved under the company’s Vision 2028. “Our objective is in tandem with the ... Read More

An upcoming residential development by Benway Development Sdn. Bhd. at Sungai Jawi. Strategically located on a 5.4-acre land along Jalan Nibong Tebal (Federal Route 1), adjacent to Southern Seberang Perai Land and District Office. It is only a mere minutes' drive away from Jawi Toll Plaza, 15 minutes drive to ... Read More

About Imperial Grande A mixed development by Modular Platinum Sdn. Bhd. (Ideal Property Group) in Sungai Ara, Penang. It is located along Jalan Fettes, surrounded by Iconic Skies, Gardens Ville and Imperial Residence. This development will offer a mix of landed and high-rise properties, with 2 level of shop offices ... Read More

The newly open 240m road, connecting Lebuhraya Thean Tek to Kampung Pisang, offers an alternative route for motorists from Air Itam, Paya Terubong and Bandar Baru Air Itam to commute. Air Itam assemblyman Joseph Ng said the new road helps to disperse traffic volume especially during peak hours. “The Air Itam ... Read More

Another condominium in Penang Island has confirmed Covid cases! The management of The Peak Residences in Tanjung Tokong issued a notice yesterday stating that one resident was diagnosed with Covid-19. The announcement stated that the safety of residents and staffs are their top priority, and the management has taken immediate action to disinfect areas that may be ... Read More

Glisten Hill, a high-rise residential development by TKS Development in Juru, Penang. This development is located along Jalan Juru 2, adjacent to Taman Juru. It is only a short drive from AEON Big hypermarket at Bukit Minyak, under 15 drives from North-South Expressway - Juru interchange. This project comprises a 13-storey ... Read More

In the second part of our email interview with MIEA Penang, we have discussed the common property pitfalls and what are some of the preventive measures that a property buyer should take to avoid them. Q4. What are the common property scams or mistakes during property transactions? MIEA has identified ... Read More

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 ... Read More