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Which act stipulates the Peninsular Malaysia Physical Planning Council?
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.
PLAN Malaysia's responsibilities are the same in every state.
False (B)
What is one of the main roles of PLAN Malaysia regarding the State Government?
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 ________ .
Each local authority, also known as a PBT, is a legal entity established by statue, such as the Local Government Act of ________ .
Match the following entities with their primary function.
Match the following entities with their primary function.
What does a local authority (PBT) do with respect to development plans?
What does a local authority (PBT) do with respect to development plans?
The Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB) does not have the power to control the development of the state.
The Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB) does not have the power to control the development of the state.
Besides preparing State Structure Plans and District Local Plans, what other kind of plan is the department in charge of?
Besides preparing State Structure Plans and District Local Plans, what other kind of plan is the department in charge of?
What was the number of parliamentary seats allocated to Sarawak at the time of the content being discussed?
What was the number of parliamentary seats allocated to Sarawak at the time of the content being discussed?
Islam was established as the official state religion in both Sabah and Sarawak upon the formation of Malaysia.
Islam was established as the official state religion in both Sabah and Sarawak upon the formation of Malaysia.
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?
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?
Which of these states is NOT part of Peninsular Malaysia according the provided content?
Which of these states is NOT part of Peninsular Malaysia according the provided content?
The union known as Malaysia was formed on 16th of ___________ 1963.
The union known as Malaysia was formed on 16th of ___________ 1963.
Match the following entities with their primary function/level of government within the Malaysia planning system:
Match the following entities with their primary function/level of government within the Malaysia planning system:
Singapore remained a part of Malaysia after its initial formation.
Singapore remained a part of Malaysia after its initial formation.
What concept in the agreements aimed to honor local faiths in Sabah and Sarawak on the creation of Malaysia?
What concept in the agreements aimed to honor local faiths in Sabah and Sarawak on the creation of Malaysia?
What is the primary responsibility of the State Department of Town and Country Planning?
What is the primary responsibility of the State Department of Town and Country Planning?
Sabah was allocated ______ parliamentary seats at the time of the content, as specified in the provided document.
Sabah was allocated ______ parliamentary seats at the time of the content, as specified in the provided document.
What is the primary purpose of submitting a Development Proposal Report (LCP)?
What is the primary purpose of submitting a Development Proposal Report (LCP)?
The Five Year Malaysia Plan is a strategic planning document used at the local level of development in Peninsular Malaysia.
The Five Year Malaysia Plan is a strategic planning document used at the local level of development in Peninsular Malaysia.
What is the primary focus of RFN 1 (2006-2010)?
What is the primary focus of RFN 1 (2006-2010)?
According to the content, what must applicants submit to the PBPT for approval before beginning any development?
According to the content, what must applicants submit to the PBPT for approval before beginning any development?
The national planning for development in Malaysia is guided by the ______ Malaysia Plan, which must be approved by the Cabinet.
The national planning for development in Malaysia is guided by the ______ Malaysia Plan, which must be approved by the Cabinet.
RFN 3 (2016-2020) considers only strategic matters across borders for all of Malaysia.
RFN 3 (2016-2020) considers only strategic matters across borders for all of Malaysia.
Match the following document/elements with their content or purpose.
Match the following document/elements with their content or purpose.
What does SPA stand for in the context of Sarawak's development planning?
What does SPA stand for in the context of Sarawak's development planning?
Which of these is NOT part of the typical 'KANDUNGAN LAPORAN CADANGAN PEMAJUAN (LCP)'?
Which of these is NOT part of the typical 'KANDUNGAN LAPORAN CADANGAN PEMAJUAN (LCP)'?
RFN 2 provides spatial development guidance and addresses key ______ issues.
RFN 2 provides spatial development guidance and addresses key ______ issues.
The 'Pelan Akui' is not required as one of the supporting documents for a Development Proposal Report (LCP).
The 'Pelan Akui' is not required as one of the supporting documents for a Development Proposal Report (LCP).
Match the RFN with their focus areas:
Match the RFN with their focus areas:
Name three (3) specific documents included as 'Lampiran' in a 'Laporan Cadangan Pemajuan (LCP)'?
Name three (3) specific documents included as 'Lampiran' in a 'Laporan Cadangan Pemajuan (LCP)'?
What distinguishes Sarawak's development planning practices from those in Peninsular Malaysia?
What distinguishes Sarawak's development planning practices from those in Peninsular Malaysia?
RFN 2 involves detailed land use agreements between local residents and landowners
RFN 2 involves detailed land use agreements between local residents and landowners
What kind of plans are prepared through a process of negotiation and obtaining land use agreements?
What kind of plans are prepared through a process of negotiation and obtaining land use agreements?
Which agency in Sarawak is primarily responsible for matters related to land administration, development planning, and control?
Which agency in Sarawak is primarily responsible for matters related to land administration, development planning, and control?
The Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) was established on January 2, 1970.
The Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) was established on January 2, 1970.
Under which ministry does the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) operate?
Under which ministry does the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) operate?
The establishment of the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) is in accordance with the Town & Country Planning Ordinance (Sabah Cap. ______).
The establishment of the Town & Regional Planning Department of Sabah (TRPD) is in accordance with the Town & Country Planning Ordinance (Sabah Cap. ______).
Match the following departments/offices with their respective functions or affiliations:
Match the following departments/offices with their respective functions or affiliations:
Which of the following best describes a supranational organization?
Which of the following best describes a supranational organization?
The United Nations is an example of a supranational organization.
The United Nations is an example of a supranational organization.
Name one example of a UN fund or programme.
Name one example of a UN fund or programme.
In a supranational organization, member states share in decision making on matters that will affect each country's ________.
In a supranational organization, member states share in decision making on matters that will affect each country's ________.
Match the following levels of government with their respective categories:
Match the following levels of government with their respective categories:
Flashcards
Development Planning in Malaysia
Development Planning in Malaysia
A three-stage process in Malaysia that guides development from national to local levels.
National Physical Plan (NPP)
National Physical Plan (NPP)
The highest level of planning in Malaysia, outlining long-term development goals and strategies.
Five-Year Malaysia Plan
Five-Year Malaysia Plan
Five-year plans that provide detailed implementation strategies for the NPP, aligning with the national development vision.
Sectoral Policies/Planning
Sectoral Policies/Planning
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Development Proposal Report (LCP)
Development Proposal Report (LCP)
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Layout Plan
Layout Plan
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Planning Permission
Planning Permission
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PBPT (Planning and Building Permit Task Force)
PBPT (Planning and Building Permit Task Force)
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PLAN Malaysia
PLAN Malaysia
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Town and Country Planning Act 1976 (Act 172)
Town and Country Planning Act 1976 (Act 172)
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Development Plan
Development Plan
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State Structure Plan
State Structure Plan
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District Local Plan
District Local Plan
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Special Area Plan
Special Area Plan
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Local Authority (PBT)
Local Authority (PBT)
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Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB)
Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB)
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TRPD
TRPD
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TRPD Establishment
TRPD Establishment
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TRPD Legal Framework
TRPD Legal Framework
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TRPD Authority
TRPD Authority
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Town & Country Planning Ordinance
Town & Country Planning Ordinance
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State Physical Plan (SPP)
State Physical Plan (SPP)
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Local Plan (LP)
Local Plan (LP)
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Sarawak Planning Authority (SPA)
Sarawak Planning Authority (SPA)
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State Planning Council (SPC)
State Planning Council (SPC)
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Land and Survey Department
Land and Survey Department
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Ministry of Urban Development and Natural Resources (MUDeNR)
Ministry of Urban Development and Natural Resources (MUDeNR)
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Regional Physical Plan (RPP)
Regional Physical Plan (RPP)
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State Development Plan (SDP)
State Development Plan (SDP)
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Federalism
Federalism
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20 Points Agreement
20 Points Agreement
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Borneanisation
Borneanisation
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Singapore's Separation
Singapore's Separation
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Three Levels of Government
Three Levels of Government
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State Planning Committee
State Planning Committee
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Local Authority
Local Authority
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Planning Context
Planning Context
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Special Position of Indigenous People
Special Position of Indigenous People
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What is a supranational organization?
What is a supranational organization?
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Name three examples of supranational organizations.
Name three examples of supranational organizations.
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How does decision-making work in the EU?
How does decision-making work in the EU?
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What is federalism?
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Explain the different levels of government in federalism.
Explain the different levels of government in federalism.
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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
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Planning in any country is inextricably linked with history, politics, and administrative structure.
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Different colonial histories resulted in varied planning systems in East and West Malaysia.
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Act 172: Town and Country Planning Act 1976 applies to all states in Peninsular Malaysia.
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Act 1982: Federal Territory (Planning) covers Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya.
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Cap 141: Town and Country Planning Ordinance 1950 applies to Sabah.
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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.
