GEORGE TOWN: A 1ha First Grade land in Bandar Alma that was previously taxed RM49.42 a year under an oil palm plantation rate is now liable for RM32,500 because it was found to be used for industrial purposes.
Another piece of First Grade land measuring 1,546sq m in Balik Pulau town used to pay a quit rent or land tax bill of RM12 a year, but must now pay RM1,083 as the land is now used for residential purposes.
