Summary
- Co-living housing concept proposed.
- Singles and elderly residents targeted.
- Existing public housing units under consideration.
GEORGE TOWN, November 4 — Penang plans to explore shared housing arrangements for single individuals and elderly residents living alone under its 2027 housing agenda.
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the initiative responds to changing demographics and growing housing needs among these groups.
The Penang State Housing Board will examine co-living arrangements for suitable state rental housing and People’s Housing Programme units.
The budget speech did not specify the number of homes involved, eligibility requirements or a timeline for implementing the proposed scheme.
