Developer: We have complied with all the rules
The Malay Mail 17/9/2005 By DENNIS CHUA

KUALA LUMPUR: The developer of a housing project at Jalan Wangsa 58 in Bukit Antarabangsa; Ulu Klang, says they have fully complied with the Selangor Government’s regulations on hillside development.

As such, their project, which comprises 34 semi-detached and terrace houses, should not be a cause for concern.

A spokesman for PJD Paragon Sdn Bhd said the project would involve minimum hill cutting.

We are rectifying erosion caused by a previous abandoned project. We have been adhering to all conditions imposed by the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) and Selangor Government pertaining to hillside development and the environment," he said.

He said the company has apologized to residents for not putting up a signboard to indicate the project, A proper signboard will be erected soon, he added.

MPAJ public relations officer Norhayati Ahmad confirmed that the project has the local council's approval. She said the project is expected to be ready by next year.

On Wednesday, The Malay Mail reported that Bukit Antarabangsa residents were concerned about the housing project because it did not have a signboard.

They feared it was an illegal" scheme, which could affect the stability of the hill slopes.