Having a Building Permit Is Not Immunity, Pramono Warns of Strict Action Against Rogue Padel Courts

GOVERNOR of DKI Jakarta, Pramono Anung, has stressed that owning a Building Permit (PBG) is not a guarantee that padel courts are free from sanctions. He affirmed that operators who violate the rules will be dealt with decisively.

“So for padel in Jakarta, everyone must be licensed and have a PBG. For all padel courts that commit violations and do not have a PBG, we will take firm action,” Pramono said at the Jakarta City Hall on Wednesday (4 March 2026).

In fact, the DKI provincial government has already limited operating hours to a maximum of 20:00 WIB. The rule applies to all padel courts in residential zones, including those that already hold a PBG.

Pramono assured the government will not negotiate. He said the hour limitation was introduced to maintain the comfort of residents around the venues.

“Even if they already have a PBG, I have also heard some want to negotiate beyond 20:00 WIB. We will not allow it. The maximum is 20:00 WIB,” he said.

He emphasised that penalties for violations would be strict, ranging from warnings and cessation of activities to building demolition and revocation of the business licence.

The sound of balls rebounding and players’ shouts were deemed disruptive to the residential environment.

Pramono asked operators to ensure padel activities do not cause disturbances. If noise persists, venues must install sound-damping systems.

In addition to operating hours, the government is also highlighting permit compliance.

In total, there are 397 padel courts in Jakarta, of which 185 do not have permits.

Moreover, the government prohibits building new padel courts in residential zones.

Going forward, development is only allowed in commercial zones and must obtain initial technical approval from the Youth and Sports Agency.