KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Victims of the recent gas pipeline explosion and fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, who have registered for temporary housing at Pangsapuri Seri Suria in Kota Warisan, Sepang, can collect their keys and move into their rental units from Wednesday.
State executive councillor for housing and culture Borhan Aman Shah said 100 Rumah Selangorku units were made available by the Selangor Housing and Property Board (LPHS) on a first come, first-served basis.
He said the state will verify applicants with the district office to ensure only registered victims receive the aid.
“If everything is in order, keys will be over on Wednesday and tenants can move in at their convenience.
“LPHS is offering 100 units of 1,000sqft with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are brand new units equipped with ceiling fans and lights,” he said during a briefing at the Putra Heights Mosque today.
Borhan said rent was set at RM850 monthly, significantly lower than the market rate of RM1,800, at no deposit. Payment mechanisms will be discussed to accommodate victims’ abilities.
He said that after the initial six months, continued tenancy will be considered for those who have yet to secure permanent housing.
Under the Smart Sewa Scheme, eligible tenants may be offered the option to rent the units for three or five years, with the potential to receive a 30 per cent rebate.
He added that the state government will do its best to help victims who prefer renting elsewhere.
The catastrophe on April 1 destroyed 81 houses, with structural damage exceeding 40 per cent. Another 81 houses were partially damaged, while 57 homes were affected but did not catch fire.
A total of 218 houses, including those in Kampung Tengah, Puchong, remained unscathed.
— Bernama
