GEORGE TOWN: Pre-war houses in the Unesco World Heritage Site here cannot be demolished without prior approval, says mayor Datuk A. Rajendran. Rajendran said heritage proper­ty owners must submit detailed plans to MBPP for approval before demolitions. The property owner was instructed to install hoarding as a safety measure and submit relevant plans for the council’s consideration. Liang described the demolition as “a terrible violation of Unesco World Heritage protection rules”. George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) general manager Dr Ang Ming Chee said there was no excuse for the owner or contractor to make such a mistake.

Source: The Star March 12, 2026 00:39 UTC