GOMBAK, Dec 18 — The redevelopment of Kampung Fajar in Hulu Kelang is set to benefit 120 families who have long faced a lack of basic amenities, including flooding and irregular drainage systems.
Hulu Kelang State Assembly coordinator Juwairiya Zulkifli said most residents still live in squatter areas with wooden houses and incomplete basic infrastructure, which has affected their quality of life.
“Through this redevelopment, residents will be offered 1,000-square-foot apartment units equipped with better, cleaner, and safer basic facilities, protected from flooding. The prices will also be far lower than market rates. It is very difficult to gather RM200,000 for an apartment in a strategic area like Taman Melawati,” she told Media Selangor.
Challenges of relocation
Juwairiya noted that one of the main challenges is helping residents understand the need for temporary relocation to allow redevelopment work to proceed, especially for those who have lived in the area for more than 50 years.
“Financial capability is also a concern, particularly for senior citizens, residents without steady income, and those without relatives to assist with the cost of new housing. The Hulu Kelang Assembly Coordinator’s office has arranged support in collaboration with the Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) to ensure these groups are not burdened,” she added.
She also clarified that the land currently occupied is state-owned, and residents have been allowed to stay there as a courtesy of the state government.
“However, the redevelopment process requires residents to understand certain requirements, including associated costs. Following a recent meeting with Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari, no objections were raised by residents except for one housewife concerned about her ability to purchase a unit due to unemployment. This issue is being reviewed to find the best solution,” Juwairiya said.
No family left behind
Juwairiya explained that Kampung Fajar is divided into three land plots: two owned by the state government and one by the Federal government, creating administrative challenges due to mixed land ownership.
“Nevertheless, the state government is using its existing authority to ensure the project can proceed. The Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) is currently conducting a resident census to ensure no family is left out of the redevelopment benefits,” she said.
Last week, Amirudin announced that the state government has allocated RM60 million for the redevelopment of Kampung Fajar and Kampung Warisan in Hulu Kelang to provide more comfortable housing for residents.
The project, to be managed by Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd (LLSB), is scheduled to begin in 2027 and is expected to take 24 to 36 months to complete.
Amirudin, who is also the Gombak member of parliament, said the redevelopment will focus on constructing RM200,000 apartment units of 1,000 square feet, significantly below the estimated market price of RM229,509.
