National Land Code Section 136

Why Can't You Simply Build a Factory or House on Agricultural Land in Malaysia, Especially in Selangor? Many landowners have a common misconception: > "The land belongs to me, so I can build whatever I want." In reality, that is not how the law works in Malaysia. While you own the land, the use of the land is regulated by law. ## 1. Every Land Has a Designated Land Use Category Under Section 52 of the National Land Code (Kanun Tanah Negara), land is generally classified into

[A 5-acre plot of land, inherited by 6 siblings, with 1 sibling opposing the sale—can the other 5 still sell it?] Many people assume that as long as the majority agrees, the land can be sold. However, in Malaysia, the answer is not so simple. Recently, someone consulted me about a real case: After their father passed away, he left behind 5 acres of agricultural land in Selangor. The estate proceedings have been completed, and the land has been transferred to the names of 6 ch