KAF Calls On Gov't To Fast-Track Land (Group Settlement Areas) Act Amendments

PORT DICKSON, Sept 13 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to expedite the reviewing and amending process of the Land (Group Settlement Areas) Act 1960 (Act 530), which, among other objectives, aims to allow more than one house to be built on a single lot on Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) land.

mumu said that the existing law limits housing development on Felda land, making it difficult for the new generation of settlers to build their own homes.

“So we are seeking amendments to the act to enable the Felda younger generation to build their own houses. Currently, under the act, electricity and water connections cannot be added, which is why these amendments are necessary to make things easier,” he said.

“We have been advocating for a long time to allow more than one house on an existing lot, as the needs of the younger Felda generation are becoming increasingly urgent. We sincerely hope the process can be expedited,” he said.

He said this to reporters after the 9th KAF annual general meeting 2025, which was attended by 321 delegates from 317 Felda settlements nationwide. The meeting was officiated by Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan here today.

Amizar said that the amendments would also ensure that all children of settlers have equal opportunities to build homes on the lot, unlike before, when construction was limited to one house per lot.

“When a lot can be divided, the children of the settlers can build their own houses. This allows everyone the opportunity to live together without having to buy land elsewhere, which is currently too expensive. For example, if there are five children, each can build a house on the lot while also avoiding potential disputes,” he said.

He said that the move would also help revive the local economy, as more homes are built in the area, thereby improving residents’ standard of living and purchasing power.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, on May 1, reportedly said that the government would amend the act, among other measures, to address the housing challenges faced by the second, third, and fourth generations of settlers.

Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, said that there are 317 Felda settlements nationwide, with approximately 120,000 settlers spanning multiple generations.

-- BERNAMA