West Jakarta Proposes 1,350 Uninhabitable Homes for Renovation via BSPS Programme
The West Jakarta City Government has proposed 1,350 Uninhabitable Homes (RTLH) for complete renovation through the central government’s Self-Help Housing Stimulant Assistance (BSPS) programme, commonly known as the ‘bedah rumah’ scheme. “In West Jakarta, around 1,350 homes have been proposed for the BSPS programme. Of that number, approximately 900 homes have met the initial administrative requirements. However, verification is still ongoing to ensure the recipient data fully complies with the applicable regulations,” said West Jakarta Mayor Iin Mutmainnah on Monday.
Iin explained that the BSPS programme is prioritised for communities classified in deciles 1 to 4 based on the National Single Socio-Economic Data (DTSEN). In addition to the condition of the uninhabitable house, the status of land ownership is also a key aspect being verified before assistance is granted. “The recipient data refers to the verification results from the central government. Besides the house’s condition, the land status must also be clear so that the aid can be distributed according to the prevailing rules,” she stated.
She added that the programme represents a tangible step by the government to improve the quality of life for residents while accelerating the spatial planning of densely populated settlements in West Jakarta. “We hope the community will support this programme because its benefits are substantial. It not only repairs uninhabitable homes but also helps create a healthier, safer, and more organised environment,” she said.
Meanwhile, Kalianyar Sub-district Head Iman Suhendar reported that in the initial phase of the BSPS programme, 49 houses have been proposed for rehabilitation assistance. “Of the 49 proposed houses, 29 have passed verification and are ready to receive aid. Twenty units are scheduled to begin construction in June, and nine more in July 2026. The remaining units are still in the verification process,” he noted.
He further explained that the BSPS assistance is not provided in the form of cash to the beneficiaries. All aid is distributed in the form of building materials, and the construction is carried out on a self-help basis through established community groups. “Beneficiaries do not receive money directly. The aid funds are used to purchase building materials managed by the beneficiary groups. This mechanism ensures the assistance is genuinely used for home repairs,” he clarified.
He detailed that each recipient home under the BSPS programme will receive budget support of Rp20 million, with Rp17.5 million allocated for the purchase of building materials and Rp2.5 million for labourers’ wages. The entire construction process will be supervised by a technical team from the government.