Headline:
- PIK 2’s Future in Limbo: Minister ATR Weighs In on Controversial "Tropical Coastland" Project
Subhead:
- Agung Sedayu’s PSN project faces hurdles as Minister Nusron Wahid reveals it violates master planning regulations
Byline:
- Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
Article:
Jakarta — Minister of ATR/Head of BPN Nusron Wahid has shed light on the uncertain fate of the controversial ‘Tropical Coastland’ project in Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) 2, developed by Agung Sedayu Group, owned by Sugianto Kusuma, a.k.a. Aguan. The project, initially tagged as a strategic national project (PSN), is now embroiled in planning inconsistencies.
In a candid media briefing, Nusron confessed that the core issue lies with the ‘Tropical Coastland’ project’s violation of regional spatial planning (RTRW) regulations. However, neither the local nor national government, nor the project owners, have submitted any reinstatement applications yet.
"As of now, there are no further developments on the PSN status of the ‘Tropical Coastland’ project in PIK 2," Nusron explained. "Neither the regional spatial planning (RTRW) reinstatement applications from the local governments nor the recommendation applications for land use activities (KKPR) from the project owners have been received."
Nusron underscored that PIK 2 project trespasses on provincial and city/county master plans, with no mention of ‘tourism,’ despite its classification as a PSN, which typically falls under tourism.
To proceed, the minister emphasized, RTRW revisions are necessary, which must be resubmitted by the relevant local governments. Moreover, these proposed changes must gain the Ministry of ATR/BPN’s approval before proceeding.
"The next step depends on the Coordinating Ministry of Economic Affairs, not us. We’re only involved in spatial planning. KKPR serves as a gateway to other permits. Without it, progress is hindered," Nusron added.
Stretching over 1,755 hectares, the disputed ‘Tropical Coastland’ project in PIK 2 faces a significant challenge—1,500 hectares are currently designated as protected forest. Nusron revealed that this forest status must first be downgraded to ‘conversion forest’ before transitioning into another land use category.
Closing Paragraph:
- In conclusion, PIK 2’s fate remains uncertain, hinging on necessary adjustments to regional spatial planning and forest categorizations. The project’s developer, Agung Sedayu Group, and relevant local governments must cooperate to address these challenges and reinstate project feasibility.
Internal Linking:
- For readers interested in knowing more about Agung Sedayu Group, please click here.
- To learn more about the Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) area, click here.
