KUALA LUMPUR City Hall (DBKL) has issued more than 10 compounds to utility providers over potholes and poor resurfacing works along major roads in Taman Maluri, Cheras.
In a statement to StarMetro, DBKL said the firms had excavated the roads to carry out upgrading works for nearby development projects.
Roads severely affected are Jalan Perkasa, Jalan Mahkota and Jalan Jejaka.
“Although work permits were issued by DBKL, the developers and utility providers remain responsible for maintaining and patching the affected road sections,” it said.
To enhance safety, DBKL partnered with Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) to inspect the sites and ensure the roads are properly maintained.
The statement follows an Aug 10 StarMetro report titled “Locals call for better upkeep of Taman Maluri” highlighting public complaints about poor road conditions in the area.
Locals also raised concerns about clogged drains and widespread illegal dumping.
In response, DBKL said several commercial premises had failed to manage their waste responsibly, contributing to a high volume of rubbish.
“Further checks revealed several cleanliness-related offences along Jalan Jejaka 3 and Jalan Jejaka 5.
“These include illegal dumping, discharging liquid waste into public spaces and failing to maintain basic hygiene,” it said.
DBKL added that it would step up monitoring and enforcement efforts to maintain cleanliness in the area.
Meanwhile, waste management firm Alam Flora Sdn Bhd said in the Aug 10 report that domestic waste in Taman Maluri was collected six days a week, from Monday to Saturday, early in the morning.
However, it said bulk waste from commercial areas was not collected as part of the regular service.
The company said the area generated a high volume of waste partly because of the high concentration of hawkers and foreign workers residing in commercial premises.
“Business operators are required to engage additional waste management services when waste generation consistently exceeds the capacity of the bins provided,” it said.
