Johor’s housing policies prioritise delivery and tangible benefits for buyers. — Filepic
JOHOR is tightening its housing development oversight to ensure successful delivery of 100,000 affordable homes by 2030.
State housing and local government committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said this was demonstrated through the convening of the first Plan, Design and Review Committee (PDRC) meeting, which he chaired recently.
“The PDRC meeting helps us ensure every housing proposal is examined thoroughly, professionally and in the interest of the rakyat,” he said.
The meeting was coordinated by Johor Housing Development Corporation (PKPJ) as secretariat and involved close participation from major state agencies including PLANMalaysia Johor, state Land and Mines Office, State Secretary’s Office, local authorities and various technical departments.
“The session brought together representatives from 16 local authorities covering 10 districts in Johor, reflecting the extensive scope of housing planning and the need for strong, integrated coordination,” said Mohd Jafni.
“The meeting reviewed 175 housing projects, proving that approvals in Johor are never granted lightly and must comply with strict policy controls and technical standards.”
He noted that this disciplined approach ensured housing development did not only meet market demand but aligned with state housing policies, particularly the balance of affordable components under Rumah Mampu Milik Johor (RMMJ) and the real purchasing ability of Johoreans.
Mohd Jafni: Results of Johor’s structured housing approach already visible.
“PDRC acts as a key platform to align policies between the state government, local councils and developers so that all decisions are holistic, evidence-based and consistent with Johor’s Affordable Housing Policy,” he said.
Mohd Jafni, who is also Bukit Permai assemblyman, said the results of Johor government’s structured housing approach were already visible.
“From 2022 until the fourth quarter of 2025, a total of 20,212 RMMJ units have been completed, obtained the Certificate of Completion and Compliance and handed over to buyers.
“This demonstrates the effectiveness of Johor’s housing policies, which prioritise on-ground delivery and tangible benefits for the people,” he said.
Mohd Jafni stated that beyond current plans involving 41,731 units, the state was also working toward a long-term commitment to complete 100,000 affordable homes by 2030 as part of its central housing agenda.
He emphasised that decisions made at PDRC meetings were not purely technical in nature, as they directly impact thousands of families, the stability of the housing market and sustainability of urban and rural development.
Mohd Jafni also said the state’s planning principles were focused on balancing the interests of developers, market realities and the right of Johoreans to own safe and comfortable homes.
“The approach we are taking ensures development progresses in a way that is fair to all parties, without compromising the rakyat’s right to affordable and quality housing,” he assured.
He said the state would continue reinforcing systematic planning and policy discipline to ensure housing development remained well-organised, sustainable and centred on people’s needs.
“With strong coordination and careful planning, Johor will continue driving a people-focused housing agenda in line with Johor Maju aspirations,” he said.
