West Java DPRD Commission IV Urges Continuation of Elevated House Programme in Bekasi

Members of Commission IV of the West Java Provincial DPRD, M. Faizin, are urging the continuation of the elevated house construction for flood-affected residents in the Pondok Gede Permai area, Bekasi City. This is important so that assistance can reach all residents in need.

According to Faizin, there are currently around 80 flood-affected residents who have not yet received elevated house assistance. Meanwhile, in 2026, only 10 units were built, and in the previous year, 8 units were realised.

“We hope this programme continues to be developed so that all flood-affected residents can receive the same solution. That way, the impact of flooding can be minimised significantly,” said Faizin after inspecting the construction progress on Tuesday (5/5/2026).

He emphasised that support from the West Java Provincial Government is very much needed for the programme to run sustainably. This is because the Pondok Gede Permai area is a region that is almost annually affected by flooding.

“This area is a regular victim of annual flooding. With the elevated house concept, residents are expected to remain safe even if water inundates the lower part of the house,” he said.

The elevated house programme is one of the solutions initiated by the West Java Provincial Government in addressing flood impacts. With a budget of around Rp 125 million per unit, the construction not only prioritises safety aspects but also the comfort of the occupants.

The elevated houses are designed with an open lower section that can be utilised as additional space. In addition, the building structure uses national standard (SNI) precast concrete materials, which are considered strong and habitable.

Faizin added that the installation of the main structure can be completed in two days, while the overall construction requires about four months until it is ready to be occupied.