KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 2 -- Residents of Putra Heights have formally objected to Subang Jaya City Council's (MBSJ) draft Local Plan 2035, warning that the proposed changes could exacerbate traffic congestion and limit available parking.

According to The Star, the Laman Putra Residents Association (LPRA) is opposing the rezoning of a 1.14ha open-air carpark at Putra Point for commercial use, as well as high-density residential development near the Putra Heights LRT station.

The carpark currently provides 600 bays for local businesses and park-and-ride commuters.

If the rezoning proceeds, the site would be replaced with a food centre, hall and sales gallery. LPRA president Adrian Looi, 53, said no alternative parking has been proposed.

"If ...