Provincial Government Reviews Permits for Padel Courts in West Jakarta Amid Multiple Violations
JAKARTA — The Jakarta Provincial Government’s Department of Public Works, Spatial Planning, and Land Affairs (CKTRP) has announced a complete review of all padel court permits, particularly in West Jakarta, following the discovery of various building licensing violations.
The Head of the CKTRP Department, Vera Revina Sari, stated that the review would focus on courts built in residential areas. The evaluation will target not only unlicensed structures lacking proper documentation but also facilities with Building Approval (PBG) certificates that have yet to obtain Functional Compliance Certificates (SLF).
Vera explained that many operators have forced padel court operations despite failing to meet safety and quality standards and without obtaining approval from neighbouring residents. “The SLF is an official government document certifying that a building is safe and fit for use. Only when a building has obtained an SLF and received approval from neighbouring residents can its operations continue,” she stated.
The provincial government’s serious attention was prompted by a series of serious violations discovered at various padel facilities. “Padel sports are currently receiving attention; they are widespread and many are violating regulations, so a review is necessary,” Vera said.
The first facility, MMT Padel on Jalan Puri Ayu in Kembangan, was sealed on Monday, 2 March 2026, for lacking a building permit or PBG. Most recently, the Jakarta provincial government permanently sealed Atlas Padel, located on Jalan Puri Indah Block Q in South Kembangan, on Monday, 9 March 2026. This facility was found to lack permits and was constructed on protected green space (RTH) belonging to the provincial government.
West Jakarta Mayor Iin Mutmainnah noted that the facility operator ignored three prior written warnings (SP 1, 2, and 3). The court continued operating until it was permanently sealed. “Following the permanent seal, the site must be restored to its function as green space, with the building demolished in accordance with Provincial Regulation No. 31 of 2022,” Iin stated.