National registry needed for heritage buildings

via The Star, 28 February 2023: Badan Warisan argues that Malaysia needs a national registry for heritage buildings to protect them from demolition and neglect. It cites examples of successful restoration projects and calls for more public awareness and participation in preserving the nation’s cultural heritage.

Regular audits should be conducted on buildings of heritage and historical significance to preserve them, says Badan Warisan Malaysia president Lim Wei-Ling.

She said federal and state governments should have a register on all heritage buildings under their purview.

“This register must have an inventory on the types and categories of buildings. Every site should be properly recorded and inventoried.

“This should include a proper record of their state and status in terms of maintenance and what repairs are required.

Source: National registry needed for heritage buildings | The Star