Developer ordered to submit slope inspection report after Paya Terubong landslide

The Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang (MBPP) has issued directives to the developer responsible for the site where a landslide occurred in Paya Terubong, requiring submission of a full site inspection report. As part of the compliance requirements, the developer must map out all areas on the property deemed at risk of slope failure and provide comprehensive plans to mitigate potential hazards.

The instructions follow standard protocol for development sites affected by ground instability. Authorities have tasked the developer with conducting a thorough geological and geotechnical assessment to identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate remedial measures.

The submission of the inspection report represents a critical step in determining the site's viability for continued development activities. MBPP's requirements underscore the local authority's commitment to ensuring public safety and preventing further incidents of ground subsidence in the area.

Developers operating in Penang are increasingly subject to stringent slope stability assessments, particularly in hilly terrain where landslide risks are elevated. The Paya Terubong incident adds to growing concerns about land safety management in the state's development corridors.