via The Vibes, 20 March 2023: Badan Warisan Malaysia is alarmed over the numerous illegal works being carried out on heritage-listed buildings within George Town’s core heritage zone and the surrounding buffer zone.
BADAN Warisan Malaysia is alarmed over the numerous illegal works being carried out on heritage-listed buildings, including those listed as Category One, within George Town’s core heritage zone and the surrounding buffer zone.
According to local heritage activists who are volunteers, there have been about 50 cases of illegal works within the Unesco site, including those recently completed and currently being renovated without permits, as well as those using wrong materials.
Most recently, a news report highlighted that there were no approvals given by Penang Island City Council (MBPP) for works done in the Customs Building (Malayan Railway Building) at China Street Ghaut and the Hakka Association building at 7 Toh Aka Lane.
This follows the destructive work done at the Fooi Chew Association building in early February which also did not have a permit.
Source: Works in George Town heritage zone alarming – Badan Warisan M’sia | Opinion | The Vibes
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