GEORGE TOWN: State land administrators are currently reviewing more than 350 appeals from landowners seeking reductions following this year's land tax revision, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. "We have improved the basis for appeal to ensure landowners who are genuinely affected can seek further reductions," he said on Friday (Feb 20). Chow also addressed concerns that the state's land tax structure was inconsistent with the National Land Code, describing such claims as inaccurate. Earlier, it was reported that the non-governmental organisation Ratepayers Penang had urged the state government to standardise Penang's land tax rates in line with the National Land Code to ensure transparency and fairness, following concerns over the latest increase in land tax in the state. It added that land tax must be administered strictly within the legal framework and not based on discretion.

Source: The Star February 20, 2026 15:07 UTC