KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 -- Hannah Yeoh has called on Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to clarify its guidelines on the installation of electric vehicle (EV) chargers following complaints by Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) residents that the new units have reduced public parking spaces in the neighbourhood.

In a media statement today, the Segambut MP said while she supported efforts to promote greener transport, she was concerned about whether the chargers - including those in areas like TTDI and Desa Sri Hartamas which fall under her constituency - complied with existing regulations related to public safety, urban planning and pedestrian access.

"From public observation, the installations appear to encroach upon pedestrian walkways and take up val...