KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Illegal house renovation has been identified as among the causes of the landslide incident at Jalan Kemensah Heights here, says Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan.

       The Energy and Natural Resources Minister who visited the scene on Sunday (Sept 19), said that several owners had to renovate their houses to accommodate a larger family,

       "But it had to be carried out in accordance with stipulated guidelines and procedures to avoid an incident like this,” he said when met at the scene of the landslide.

       Also present was Minerals and Geoscience Department director-general Hishamuddin Termidi.

       Takiyuddin said a report on the landslide incident was being prepared by the department and it is expected to be completed on Monday (Sept 20).

       It will be used as a reference by other agencies and departments for follow-up action, Takiyuddin added.

       Three bungalows and 12 townhouses involving 27 families were affected by the landslide at Jalan Kemensah Heights here on Friday (Sept 17).

       Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

       Meanwhile, Gombak district officer Nor Azlina Abdul Aziz said the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) had been instructed to inspect the slopes and construction sites in the Kemensah Heights area to ensure compliance with stipulated conditions and regulations.