The Jakarta East city government records 27 out of 57 padel courts in its area without proper permits. Mayor Munjirin revealed this fact while announcing ongoing enforcement efforts. Recent sealings occurred in Kebon Pala and Pulomas.
On Thursday, March 12, 2026, Jakarta East Mayor Munjirin stated that out of about 57 padel courts in the area, 27 lack permits while 30 have them. "So total in Jakarta East there are about 57 padel courts, and about 27 without permits, and 30 already permitted," Munjirin said at Jalan Kolonel Sutomo, Kebon Pala, Makasar.
As part of enforcement, the Sub-Directorate of Spatial Planning, Urban Development and Land Affairs (Sudin Citata) is monitoring and acting against violating courts. Unpermitted courts or those misusing permits will be sealed and followed up. "We continue to monitor the proliferation of padel court constructions in Jakarta East. And we will follow up," Munjirin said.
Monitoring will be ongoing by Sudin Citata with local districts and sub-districts. Munjirin urged local officials to actively report violations. After sealing, sites are periodically checked to prevent rule-breaking activities.
One recent action was the sealing in Kebon Pala Sub-district, Makasar District, at Jalan Kolonel Sutomo 1 Number 22. The building originally had a 2018 boarding house permit but was used as a padel court. This marks the eighth such sealing in Jakarta East.
Additionally, a permanent sealing occurred in the Pulomas area, Kayu Putih Sub-district, Pulogadung District. "We have re-sealed it. Previously we sealed it. Then second, we issued a warning letter for permanent sealing of this building," said Head of Sudin CKTRP Wiwit Djalu Adji on February 26, 2026. The action was due to permit discrepancies and lack of Building Suitability Certificate (SLF), violating Law Number 6 of 2023, Government Regulation Number 16 of 2021, and Number 21 of 2021.
Munjirin hopes these steps ensure sports facility developments proceed orderly in line with spatial planning and permitting rules.
