The Coastal Zone - Iskandar Malaysia

THE COASTAL AREA CHAPTER 12 | PART 3
12.6 Proposed Nusajaya Free Access Zone (FAZ)
Another area which has great potential is the proposed Nusajaya Free
Access Zone (FAZ). The land is located just off the western part of the
second crossing and it is 1029 acres in size, which allows for it to be
developed as an integrated FAZ.
The objectives of the FAZ are as follows:
■ FAZ will help enhance the linkages between SJER and Singapore;
■ FAZ, if extended to PTP could further enhance the position of the
Port of Tanjung Pelepas;
Subject to approval by SJA and other authorities, the FAZ will create a
seamless work and living environment between Johor and Singapore. A
golf course has also been proposed as part of the recreational facilities
for its population. This will be enhanced further by shopping, food and
entertainment facilities.
Table 12.9: Development Components in FAZ
LAND USE ACREAGE %
Commercial
Commercial Centre
Office Parks
243.63
206.35
23.66
20.04
Sub Total 449.98 43.71
Open Space
Parks
Golf Course
Promenade
Canal
135.79
239.74
20.35
62.87
13.19
23.28
1.98
6.11
Sub Total 458.75 44.56
Infrastructure
Road 120.78 11.73
Sub Total 120.78 11.73
GRAND TOTAL 1029.51 100.00
Source: SJER CDP 2025
Among the proposals of the proposed FAZ is that it will be a 24-hour
city, the FAZ will have no limitations on duration of stay and access
will be permitted at all hours. A smart card system will be developed
to facilitate movement in and out of the area, and to entice
Singaporeans to live in the FAZ and travel to work in Singapore.
Most of the properties here will be on lease. Global businesses will be
encouraged, although business licenses shall be limited to Malaysians.
Direct access to the proposed FAZ from neighbouring areas is
envisaged to be strictly controlled. For example, a 30m bund would be
created, and a canal of 30m in length will be built all along this bund for
retention as well as security purposes.
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