KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has yet to make a final decision on the proposed 60-storey development project in Bukit Damansara.
In a statement last night, DBKL said any decision will only be made after a comprehensive engagement process and detailed technical evaluation are completed.
It said the city authority had received an application for a proposed layout plan involving commercial development across three plots of land covering 7.98 acres.
“The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL2040), which was gazetted on May 28, 2025, outlines criteria that may be considered subject to compliance with technical planning conditions and public consultation under Rule 3 — notice for obtaining feedback,” the statement said.
Recently, about 200 residents, activists and politicians gathered in Bukit Damansara to urge DBKL to reject the redevelopment proposal to replace Wisma Damansara with two 60-storey towers.
The protest was joined by Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, AirAsia founder Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, singer Datuk Sheila Majid and former MP and lawyer Datuk Dominic Puthucheary.
The peaceful demonstration along Jalan Semantan 2 — closely monitored by police and Rela personnel — was described by residents as the biggest “T20 protest” ever held in the capital, reflecting the area’s reputation as an affluent neighbourhood.
Former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin, who is also a local resident, warned that the mega project would exacerbate traffic congestion and alter the residential character of the area.
He also urged DBKL to study the potential impact on surrounding residents before approving such projects.
DBKL said all proposed developments are subject to technical compliance, including traffic impact assessments (TIA), geotechnical studies, environmental impact assessments (EIA), social impact assessments (SIA) and other relevant technical requirements.
In addition, developers must comply with comments and conditions set by technical agencies such as Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), the Land and Mines Office (PTG), the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS), the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) and other relevant bodies.
“DBKL stresses that every decision regarding urban development is guided by existing policies and gazetted development plans.
“We remain committed to ensuring that all development in Kuala Lumpur is carried out in an orderly, sustainable manner that does not compromise residents’ well-being,” it said.
