Johor bahru: The Johor state government has taken firm action against two property developers in Johor Bahru and Kulai following their failure to comply with technical and drainage control requirements, identified as the cause of flooding in the areas.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor announced that the relevant local authorities have issued a 14-day stop-work order to both developers under the Roads, Drains and Buildings Act 1974 (Act 133), until corrective and mitigation measures are fully implemented.

Mohd Jafni emphasized the seriousness of the flooding issue and stated that all development in Johor must fully comply with the stipulated technical requirements, including drainage management, erosion control, and effective flood mitigation measures. He highlighted that non-compliance not only harms the environment but also directly impacts the well-being of the people.

While the state government supports development that drives the economy and attracts investment, Mohd Jafni made it clear that public safety and well-being are non-negotiable. He underscored the importance of balanced and resilient development that does not disrupt the lives of local communities.

Developments causing flash floods will be subject to immediate 14-day stop-work notices until mitigation measures are completed and the risk of recurrence is eliminated. Mohd Jafni noted that the state's 16 local authorities will intensify on-site monitoring and will not hesitate to take stern legal action, including project halts, fines, or further penalties if violations occur.

The state government remains committed to ensuring that every development in Johor is responsible, sustainable, and aligned with the Maju Johor agenda, where economic growth and public well-being always go hand in hand, he concluded.