More help needed for property sector in Budget

Given the current scenario, government assistance is crucial to reduce the cost of doing business, which would subsequently help to give a much-needed boost to the affordable housing segment.

PETALING JAYA: The government, through the Housing and Local Government Ministry, has been doing an admirable job of trying to make the housing delivery system as smooth as possible to ensure that the people would have access to affordable homes.

However, this has not been an easy task to undertake as housing falls under the jurisdiction of state governments – each one with its own set of guidelines and requirements that may sometimes go beyond those provided by the federal government.