Too high density: Highrise buildings cover the skyline of Cheras in Kuala Lumpur. -- LOW BOON TAT/The Star
THE increasing number of high-rise property developments in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur has pushed its residents to start an online petition to stop the old township from being overrun with apartments and condominiums.
They hope the petition will paint a clear picture of overpopulation in the area to Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and that the local authority will consider this before approving future projects.
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The flats in Taman Rajawali will be redeveloped into two blocks with 693 residential units, increasing the area’s population density.
Taman Desa Aman residents discussing the redevelopment of Taman Rajawali flats behind them.
Teh is concerned about insufficient parking bays that may force homeowners to park by the road side and cause congestion in Taman Desa Aman.
A hillslope development along Taman Supreme that is very close to existing houses. — Photos: LOW BOON TAT and LOW LAY PHON/The Star
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