Physical Planning in Malaysia
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Which act stipulates the Peninsular Malaysia Physical Planning Council?

  • Environmental Quality Act 1974
  • Town and Country Planning Act 1976, Act 172 (correct)
  • Local Government Act of 1976
  • The National Land Code

    • PLAN Malaysia's responsibilities are the same in every state.

    False

    What is one of the main roles of PLAN Malaysia regarding the State Government?

    Act as a main adviser to the state government in planning matters

    Each local authority, also known as a PBT, is a legal entity established by statue, such as the Local Government Act of ________ .

    <p>1976</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following entities with their primary function.

    <p>PLAN Malaysia = Encourages effective planning through laws and studies. State Planning Committee = Act as a secretariat for the State Planning Committee. Local Authority (PBT) = A legal entity established by statute, e.g. Local Government Act 1976.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a local authority (PBT) do with respect to development plans?

    <p>Monitors and approves the implementation of development plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB) does not have the power to control the development of the state.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides preparing State Structure Plans and District Local Plans, what other kind of plan is the department in charge of?

    <p>Special Area Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the number of parliamentary seats allocated to Sarawak at the time of the content being discussed?

    <p>31</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Islam was established as the official state religion in both Sabah and Sarawak upon the formation of Malaysia.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the organization that advises the Federal Government on land use and development in the context of the planning system described?

    <p>PLANMalaysia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these states is NOT part of Peninsular Malaysia according the provided content?

    <p>Sabah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The union known as Malaysia was formed on 16th of ___________ 1963.

    <p>September</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following entities with their primary function/level of government within the Malaysia planning system:

    <p>National Council for Local Government = Federal government State Planning Committee = State government Local Authority = Local government Ministry of Housing and Local Government = Federal government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Singapore remained a part of Malaysia after its initial formation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept in the agreements aimed to honor local faiths in Sabah and Sarawak on the creation of Malaysia?

    <p>no official state religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the State Department of Town and Country Planning?

    <p>Interpreting national socio-economic policies into physical and spatial plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sabah was allocated ______ parliamentary seats at the time of the content, as specified in the provided document.

    <p>20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of submitting a Development Proposal Report (LCP)?

    <p>To seek approval from the PBPT before initiating any development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Five Year Malaysia Plan is a strategic planning document used at the local level of development in Peninsular Malaysia.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of RFN 1 (2006-2010)?

    <p>Spatial development strategies for balanced growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what must applicants submit to the PBPT for approval before beginning any development?

    <p>Development Proposal Report (LCP) and Layout Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The national planning for development in Malaysia is guided by the ______ Malaysia Plan, which must be approved by the Cabinet.

    <p>Five Year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    RFN 3 (2016-2020) considers only strategic matters across borders for all of Malaysia.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following document/elements with their content or purpose.

    <p>Section 21A = Development Proposal Report (LCP) Section 21B = Layout Plan Five Year Malaysia Plan = Strategic planning for national development PBPT = Authority that approves development plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SPA stand for in the context of Sarawak's development planning?

    <p>State Planning Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT part of the typical 'KANDUNGAN LAPORAN CADANGAN PEMAJUAN (LCP)'?

    <p>Sales figures for the development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    RFN 2 provides spatial development guidance and addresses key ______ issues.

    <p>state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Pelan Akui' is not required as one of the supporting documents for a Development Proposal Report (LCP).

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the RFN with their focus areas:

    <p>RFN 1 = Spatial development strategies for balanced growth RFN 2 = Land development policies and proposals RFN 3 = Strategic matters across borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name three (3) specific documents included as 'Lampiran' in a 'Laporan Cadangan Pemajuan (LCP)'?

    <p>Pelan Susunatur, Pelan Ukuran butiran dan Aras, Salinan IC Tuan Tanah (or Salinan Geran Tanah, Salinan Resit Cukai Tanah, Pelan Akui, Sijil Carian Rasmi)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Sarawak's development planning practices from those in Peninsular Malaysia?

    <p>Sarawak has its own development planning machinery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    RFN 2 involves detailed land use agreements between local residents and landowners

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of plans are prepared through a process of negotiation and obtaining land use agreements?

    <p>detailed planning control documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agency in Sarawak is primarily responsible for matters related to land administration, development planning, and control?

    <p>Divisional Land and Survey Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) was established on January 2, 1970.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which ministry does the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) operate?

    <p>Ministry of Housing and Local Government Sabah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The establishment of the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) is in accordance with the Town & Country Planning Ordinance (Sabah Cap. ______).

    <p>141</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following departments/offices with their respective functions or affiliations:

    <p>Local Authorities = Part of the development planning process in Sarawak Divisional Development Office = A part of development administration District Office = Involved in local governance and administration SESCO = Likely refers to Sarawak Energy Supply Corporation (not mentioned in text, but implied)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a supranational organization?

    <p>An organization where member countries cede some authority and sovereignty to the group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The United Nations is an example of a supranational organization.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a UN fund or programme.

    <p>UNDP, UNEP, UNFPA, UN-Habitat, UNICEF, or WFP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a supranational organization, member states share in decision making on matters that will affect each country's ________.

    <p>citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following levels of government with their respective categories:

    <p>Federal government = National level State government = Sub-national level Local government = Local level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Urban Planning System in Malaysia

    • Learning Outcomes:
      • Understand the town planning administration system in Malaysia.
      • Understand the role of a planner as a whole.
      • Differentiate the different levels of development plans.

    Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63)

    • Sabah and Sarawak were equal partners with the Federation of Malaya.
    • British pressure to leave their colonies in the archipelago.
    • British interest to maintain pro-British governments in the region.
    • British sought to merge Sabah, Sarawak, and Singapore with the Federation of Malaya.
    • Cobbold Commission (1962) surveyed North Borneo and Sarawak.
    • Commission's findings: Population was open to forming a new country, as long as rights and needs were safeguarded.
    • Malaysia Agreement (MA63) ensured safe and successful decolonization while establishing clear terms between the territories.
    • Agreement included memorandums for the Bornean territories, with specific points for both Sarawak (18 points) and Sabah (20 points).

    Planning Law Coverage in Malaysia

    • Planning in any country is inextricably linked with history, politics, and administrative structure.

    • Different colonial histories resulted in varied planning systems in East and West Malaysia.

    • Act 172: Town and Country Planning Act 1976 applies to all states in Peninsular Malaysia.

    • Act 1982: Federal Territory (Planning) covers Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya.

    • Cap 141: Town and Country Planning Ordinance 1950 applies to Sabah.

    • Cap 81: Sarawak Land Code.

    Planning System in Peninsular Malaysia

    • Based on federalism, there are three levels of government.
      • Based on federalism,
      • Federal government: National Council for Local Government, Ministry of Housing and Local Government.
      • State government: State Planning Committee, State Department of Town and Country Planning.
      • Local government: Local Authority.

    Federal Department of Town and Country Planning

    • Advises the Federal Government on town and country planning matters.
    • Acts as a secretariat for the National Physical Planning Council.
    • Encourages effective planning systems.
    • Provides planning laws, methodologies, studies, and procedures.
    • Interprets national policies and translates them into physical/spatial forms.
    • Supports state governments, local authorities, and agencies in preparing plans.
    • Supervises, updates, and publishes relevant statistics.

    State Department of Town and Country Planning

    • Advises the state government.
    • Assists local authorities in policy and control matters.
    • Approves and monitors implementation of development plans, and special projects
    • Conducts studies on land use and development.

    Local Authority

    • Each local authority is a legal entity established by statute (e.g., Local Government Act of 1976).
    • Local authorities have the authority to be the local planning authority.
    • Responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling land use within their respective areas.
    • Example: Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB)

    Role of a Planner (overall)

    • Masterplans/Layout Plan
    • Strategic Plans
    • Layout for Planning Permission
    • Development Policies & Plans/Actions Plans

    Planning Permission

    • Subsection 2 (1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1976 (Act 172) defines planning permission as permission to carry out any development, with or without conditions.
    • Subsection 19 (1) states that only local authorities (PBT) can initiate development without permission.

    National Development Planning Framework

    • Malaysia's development is implemented in three stages.
    • Highest level: strategic planning for national development (Five Year Malaysia Plan (RMLT), NPP, sectoral policies -approved by Cabinet).
    • State level: Development planning (State Structure Plan (RSN) and sectoral policies).
    • Local level: Local plans (RT) and Special Area Plans (RKK) implemented and controlled by local planning authorities (PBT).

    National Physical Plan (NPP)

    • The highest level in the national physical development framework.
    • Includes physical planning to translate strategic policies.

    Special Area Plan (RKK)

    • Specialised and detailed treatment of development, redevelopment, beautification, conservation, or management practices and methods of implementation.

    Local Plan(Rancangan Tempatan)

    • More detailed planning control documents that plan the development of their respective areas. Are developed via negotiation with local residents and landowners.

    Planning System in Sarawak

    • The state government has set up its own development planning machinery.
    • The Sarawak Planning Authority (SPA) is responsible for the administration and planning of Sarawak's land development
    • All related development planning matters must go through the SPA
    • The SPA's organization structure is unique compared to other states.

    Planning System in Sabah

    • Town & Regional Planning Department (TRPD) was established in 1980.
    • TRPD falls under the Ministry of Housing & Local Government Sabah.
    • TRPD is responsible for Town and country planning matters.

    Supranational Organisation

    • A supranational organization is a multinational association where member countries cede some authority/sovereignty to the group.
    • Decisions/actions may be binding or influential.
    • Examples: United Nations, EU, and WTO.

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    Test your knowledge on the roles and responsibilities of PLAN Malaysia and the framework for local authorities in the context of Physical Planning. This quiz highlights key acts, functions of local authorities, and the state's development plans. Perfect for students of urban planning or Malaysian administrative law.

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