SPAN lowers sewer contribution to cut housing costs
PUTRAJAYA: The government, through the National Water Services Commission (SPAN), has reduced the contribution rate for public sewer connection imposed on developers, effective March 1.
Previously, the contribution rate was set in bulk at one per cent of the selling prices of homes.
'This move is expected to lower house sales prices and make it easier for low- and middle-income groups to own their own homes,' SPAN said in a statement today.
It said that for houses priced at RM80,000 or below, the contribution rate is RM1,000 per project.
For houses priced between RM80,000 and RM150,000, the contribution rate is 0.25 per cent of the selling price, it said.
For government projects, it said the payment has been adjusted to a fixed rate of RM900 per equivalent population, compared to the previous rate of one per cent of the contract cost per unit.
This is to ensure that changes in contract costs no longer affect the payment rate, it added.
Additionally, a special rate has been introduced for certain building categories. For a house of worship, the contribution rate is set at RM100 for all buildings constructed within a project.
For welfare and community buildings, the designated contribution rate is RM100 per building.
According to SPAN, although the government anticipates a 15 per cent drop in revenue collection, this amendment is expected to encourage the construction of more affordable housing.
Detailed information on the new rates can be found on SPAN's official portal at www.span.gov.my.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Malaysiakini
41 minutes ago
- Malaysiakini
Perak provides RM5k aid to families of FRU officers killed in crash
The Perak government has announced a RM5,000 financial aid package for each family of the nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who died in a road accident on May 13. Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad noted that similar aid had been extended to the families of victims from a Royal Malaysian Navy helicopter crash previously, and that the assistance was approved at a state executive council meeting.
New Straits Times
4 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Four factors contributing to rising unresolved inheritance cases
SUBANG: Wasiyyah Shoppe Bhd, a Shariah-compliant estate planning specialist, has identified four key factors contributing to the growing number of unresolved inheritance cases. Its chief executive officer Ariffin Sabirin said the first factor complicating inheritance cases is the continuous rise in property values. "Secondly, Muslim community assets are becoming increasingly diverse and complex, including company shares, investment accounts and gold. "Thirdly, disputes among heirs over their respective rights, and fourthly, the low level of awareness about estate planning among the public," he said at a media briefing. Ariffin said Wasiyyah Shoppe had transferred over RM1 billion of estate assets to rightful heirs, involving more than 800 deceased clients as of Dec 31, 2024. "The processes of hibah and estate administration are complementary and fall under the jurisdictions of the Shariah and civil courts respectively. Both must be resolved comprehensively to secure the rights of the heirs," he said. In addition, Wasiyyah Shoppe introduced a service called Al-Wasitah, which provides free verification of hibah and estate administration for heirs, aimed at avoiding confusion and additional financial burdens. Following a recent viral case, Ariffin expects demand for the Al-Wasitah service to rise significantly as more people become aware of the importance of completing both hibah and estate administration processes. Wasiyyah Shoppe now has 3,700 professional agents across Malaysia, including Sabah and Sarawak. According to him, the agents play a crucial role in raising awareness and educating the public on the importance of comprehensive estate planning. Ariffin emphasised that Wasiyyah Shoppe has never neglected the aspect of continuous public education, as matters concerning death and asset management are generally uncomfortable topics for public discussion. "Wasiyyah Shoppe urges individuals who own assets such as at least one house and a bank account to begin planning their estates using legitimate, Shariah-compliant, and comprehensive methods to avoid burdening their heirs in the future," he said. Meanwhile, Ariffin clarified that the recent viral issue involving the revocation of hibah takaful does not involve Wasiyyah Shoppe in any way. He said the issue is technical in nature and relates to the validity of Schedule 10 under the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013, and does not affect the operations or record of Wasiyyah Shoppe.
The Sun
4 hours ago
- The Sun
M'sian CEO spends RM30K monthly on pantry
MALAYSIAN entrepreneur Christy Ng is making headlines once again — and this time, it's not for her popular line of shoes or handbags. A viral TikTok video shared by user @kerjazz has captured Christy personally restocking her office pantry with more than RM30,000 worth of snacks, drinks, and wellness items, sparking a flood of admiration and envy online. ALSO READ: Woman shares how her former HoD invited her to an expensive restaurant, makes her pay Pantry Goals: Fully Stocked with Snacks, Drinks & Supplements The video, which has racked up over 1.6 million views, offers a glimpse into shelves packed with food, beverages, frozen meals, and even vitamins and probiotics. It's part of Christy's way of giving back to her team, many of whom spend up to 12 hours a day in the office. 'This is my way of repaying my employees who stay at the office for up to eight to 12 hours every day,' she explained. More Than Just Snacks: Staff Could Practically Move In Far from your average workplace pantry, Christy's version includes shower supplies and essentials — so well-equipped, in fact, that she jokes her staff could practically live there. 'The pantry is so well prepared with self-care items such as shower necessities and frozen food items that her staff could even live in the office if they wanted,' she added. Christy even makes monthly trips to Indonesia to stock up on Indomie noodles in bulk — not just for her team, but for herself too. 'Talk about commitment!' the TikTok caption reads. Netizens React: 'My Office Only Has Me' The clip has stirred reactions from viewers who couldn't help comparing their own office pantries. 'So nice... meanwhile, my office only has me,' one user called Azlan Anuar lamented jokingly. 'Now this is what real employee benefits look like. Not things like 'EPF, SOCSO, annual leave, medical leave' — those are basic employee rights, yet they're still often treated as if they're special benefits,' Ika pointed out. 'The water filter at my office pantry is not even serviced,' bossdarksystem confessed. 'How to send it to management without actually sending it,' rfssanurin asked. 'Christy Ng is the best provider, better than any husband,' joked.
