Jakarta Buildings Face Sealing Threat if SLF Not Renewed Within Three Weeks

Buildings in Jakarta that have not obtained or renewed their Functional Suitability Certificate (SLF) face sealing if they fail to process the permit within three weeks.

Chair of the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD DKI) Parking Special Committee (Pansus), Jupiter, said enforcement would be carried out in stages starting with warnings up to building sealing.

“We demand strict sanctions in the form of SP1. If building owners still do not process the SLF permit, then SP2 is issued, followed by SP3. If after SP3 they still do not handle the SLF, then we and the Pansus members will conduct site inspections with relevant local government agencies, including Citata, to carry out sealing,” Jupiter told Kompas.com on Thursday (28 May 2026).

He said the process of issuing first to third warning letters should be completed within three weeks.

“I think it must be completed within three weeks. If they still do not have the permit, sealing and operational shutdown must be carried out,” he said.

He noted that some building managers prioritise profit over public safety.

“I see building owners and entrepreneurs taking this too lightly. They prioritise commercial interests and profit but fail to uphold their duty to protect the public’s rights to safety and comfort,” he said.

He explained that the SLF is a crucial document to ensure buildings are safe and fit for public use.

The certificate also ensures building safety systems, including evacuation routes and fire protection, function properly during emergencies.

The obligation to hold an SLF is regulated under Government Regulation No. 36 of 2005 and reinforced by Government Regulation No. 16 of 2021 on Buildings.

Of the 23 buildings invited, five did not attend the meeting. Meanwhile, 15 buildings are known not to have or renew their SLF.

“We invited 23 buildings. Many did not attend today — five were absent. And many do not have the SLF — 15 buildings lack it,” Jupiter said.

He stressed that hotels, hospitals, universities, shopping centres, and office buildings must ensure their structures are safe for the public, visitors, and workers.