Pramono Prepares Operating Hour Regulations for Padel Courts Following Residents' Noise Complaints

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung is set to prepare regulations governing the operating hours of padel courts across several areas of the capital. The policy is being drawn up in response to numerous complaints from residents about noise from padel courts continuing late into the night.

Pramono said he had received reports from various locations, including Haji Nawi, Cilandak and Rawamangun. He noted that some residents felt severely disturbed by padel activities that carried on well into the evening.

“I have also received reports from various locations about padel courts that have drawn objections from the community. There is even a case where a one-and-a-half-year-old baby cannot sleep because people are still shouting while playing padel late at night. In my view, that is not fair either,” Pramono said at City Hall on Monday (23/2/2026).

He acknowledged that sporting activities should indeed be supported. However, he stressed that operators must also consider the comfort of surrounding residents, particularly when courts are located in densely populated areas.

Pramono emphasised that for padel courts situated in commercial areas, operating late into the night may not pose a problem. The situation is different, however, when courts are located in the midst of residential neighbourhoods.

“If the venue is in a commercial facility, in my view it does not matter how late people play. But if it is in a densely populated area and disturbs residents, the players themselves would not be comfortable either,” he said.

He stated that City Hall would hold a dedicated meeting to discuss the padel issue, including licensing and the regulation of operating hours. The DKI Jakarta provincial government will also summon relevant parties responsible for issuing permits and coordinate the management of padel courts.

“Tomorrow, City Hall will specifically hold a meeting on padel. I have asked those responsible for licensing to coordinate and make preparations,” he said.

Regarding residents who have filed complaints with the Administrative Court (PTUN), Pramono expressed hope that the controversy could be resolved through fair arrangements that serve the common interest.

“As Governor, I naturally hope that this sporting activity, which has become a favourite of many people in Jakarta, must also show tolerance towards the communities living nearby,” he concluded.