Restore case-by-case discretion on non-Muslim places of worship, says MP
Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung is urging the Selangor state government to restore case-by-case discretion for local authorities regarding non-Muslim places of worship. He argues that current planning guidelines are too rigid and fail to account for the diverse needs of local communities.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing tension between standardized urban planning and the religious freedom and cultural diversity requirements in Malaysia.
Share Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung says local authorities must be allowed to assess applications individually to respond to diverse needs and local realities. Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung said the guidelines should be reviewed to ensure greater flexibility in handling applications for places of worship in commercial and industrial areas. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has called on the Selangor government to restore case-by-case discretion for local authorities in approving non-Muslim places of worship, saying the current planning guidelines risk being too rigid and may not reflect realities on the ground. Lee said the Selangor State Planning Guidelines and Standards for Community Facilities should be reviewed to ensure greater flexibility in handling applications for places of worship in commercial and industrial areas.
The article presents the MP's argument while also providing the state government's defense and context regarding the review process.
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