The Need for Land in Medan Municipality

Oct 13, 2025 by windailys.com 107 views

Introduction

The problem of land in Indonesia is regulated in the Agrarian Act (UUPA) No. 5 of 1960, which aims to form national land law as an instrument to bring prosperity, happiness, and justice for the state and the farming community. Therefore, every development activity must pay attention to the interests of the community. One significant form of development is the development of housing and settlements, carried out by developers through the process of liberating land rights. This process must be in accordance with applicable provisions so as not to harm the landowner.

In the context of development that continues to increase in various sectors, the need for land is higher, while the availability of land is limited. Considering that Indonesia is an agrarian country, land for the community is very important as a source of life. Therefore, to meet land needs in the development of housing and settlements, developers need to comply with applicable legal provisions. The increasing demand for land in urban areas has led to the transition of agricultural land into non-agricultural land, such as housing and settlement. However, the question arises whether the developers put forward the principle of common interest in the effort to obtain land, as well as whether the procedure for land acquisition they do in accordance with applicable legal provisions.

The Need for Land in Medan Municipality

In-depth analysis shows several important findings related to the exemption of land rights by developers in Medan. First, the field area of 26,510 hectares with a high population, reaching 1,730,520 people, experienced rapid growth of around 2.2% every year. Housing needs are estimated to reach 346,010 units. To meet these needs, the developer carried out the acquisition of agricultural land which led to the transfer of land functions of 2,527.24 hectares into non-agricultural land.

The rapid growth of the population in Medan has put pressure on the need for housing and settlements. The demand for land is high, and the availability of land is limited. This has led to the development of housing and settlements in suburban areas, which has caused the transition of agricultural land into non-agricultural land. However, the question arises whether the developers put forward the principle of common interest in the effort to obtain land, as well as whether the procedure for land acquisition they do in accordance with applicable legal provisions.

The Principle of Common Interest in Land Acquisition

Second, in an effort to obtain land, the developers try to apply the principle of common interest. Before carrying out land acquisition, they must get a location permit decree issued by the local Land Office. However, in practice, many developers intimidate the community to encourage them to sell their land. This is in the spotlight, because this kind of action is contrary to the spirit of the LoGA which prioritizes justice for society.

The principle of common interest is a fundamental principle in land acquisition. It requires that the developer must prioritize the interests of the community and ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent. However, in practice, many developers have been found to intimidate the community to encourage them to sell their land. This is a violation of the principle of common interest and is contrary to the spirit of the LoGA.

Land Acquisition and Compensation

Third, related to land acquisition, although landowners are willing to release their land, they still want compensation that is equivalent to market prices. However, often the price offered by the developer is not appropriate, causing dissatisfaction among landowners.

Land acquisition is a complex process that requires careful consideration of the interests of all parties involved. The developer must ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent, and that the compensation offered to landowners is equivalent to market prices. However, in practice, many developers have been found to offer inadequate compensation, causing dissatisfaction among landowners.

Conclusion

It is essential for all parties, both the government, developers, and the community, to collaborate and discuss solutions that are fair and sustainable. This is to ensure that the development of housing and settlements not only benefits developers but also provides benefits to the community and protect the rights of landowners. Strict supervision and law enforcement is also needed so that the principles of justice and common interests can be realized in every development process.

The development of housing and settlements is a complex process that requires careful consideration of the interests of all parties involved. The government, developers, and the community must work together to ensure that the development process is fair and sustainable. This requires strict supervision and law enforcement to ensure that the principles of justice and common interests are realized in every development process.

Recommendations

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

The government must ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent, and that the compensation offered to landowners is equivalent to market prices.
The developers must prioritize the interests of the community and ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent.
The community must be involved in the land acquisition process and must be given the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process.
Strict supervision and law enforcement is needed to ensure that the principles of justice and common interests are realized in every development process.

By implementing these recommendations, the development of housing and settlements in Medan Municipality can be made fair and sustainable, and the rights of landowners can be protected.

Q: What is the Agrarian Act (UUPA) No. 5 of 1960?

A: The Agrarian Act (UUPA) No. 5 of 1960 is a law that regulates land in Indonesia. It aims to form national land law as an instrument to bring prosperity, happiness, and justice for the state and the farming community.

Q: What is the principle of common interest in land acquisition?

A: The principle of common interest in land acquisition requires that the developer must prioritize the interests of the community and ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent.

Q: What is the role of the government in land acquisition?

A: The government has a crucial role in land acquisition. It must ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent, and that the compensation offered to landowners is equivalent to market prices.

Q: What are the consequences of violating the principle of common interest in land acquisition?

A: Violating the principle of common interest in land acquisition can lead to several consequences, including:

Intimidation of the community to encourage them to sell their land
Inadequate compensation offered to landowners
Dissatisfaction among landowners
Violation of the spirit of the LoGA

Q: What is the importance of involving the community in the land acquisition process?

A: Involving the community in the land acquisition process is essential to ensure that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent. It allows the community to participate in the decision-making process and ensures that their interests are taken into account.

Q: What are the benefits of implementing the recommendations made in this study?

A: Implementing the recommendations made in this study can lead to several benefits, including:

Fair and sustainable development of housing and settlements
Protection of the rights of landowners
Increased transparency and accountability in the land acquisition process
Improved relationships between the government, developers, and the community

Q: What is the next step in addressing the issue of land rights exemption by developers in Medan Municipality?

A: The next step in addressing the issue of land rights exemption by developers in Medan Municipality is to implement the recommendations made in this study. This includes:

Ensuring that the land acquisition process is fair and transparent
Providing adequate compensation to landowners
Involving the community in the land acquisition process
Implementing strict supervision and law enforcement to ensure that the principles of justice and common interests are realized in every development process.