Kuala Lumpur: The Real Estate and Housing Developers' Association (REHDA) Malaysia announced that the revision of the Sewerage Capital Contribution (SCC) rates by the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) is expected to benefit the property development industry.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, REHDA stated that under the revised structure, which took effect on March 1, 2025, SCC charges are now categorized into five pricing tiers. These range from RM1,000 for projects with a unit price of RM80,000 and below to one percent of the selling price for units priced at RM500,000 and above. The association believes that this step is crucial in maintaining a healthy property landscape, ensuring affordability for homebuyers.

REHDA president Datuk Ho Hon Sang described the revision as a 'positive step for all industry stakeholders,' emphasizing the government's responsiveness to the concerns of developers and the broader property market. He noted that the SCC downward revision is one of the many issues that REHDA has consistently advocated for in its numerous engagements with the government.

He expressed hope that the reduction will enable developers to pass on the savings to homebuyers. He also urged both federal and state-level government agencies to review other contribution charges affecting the industry, ensuring they remain fair and reflective of current market conditions.