SPATIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE LRT3 DEVELOPMENT PROJECT: A PERCEPTION STUDY IN SEKSYEN 7 SHAH ALAM
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v22i31.1470Keywords:
Environment Impact, Construction Project, LRT3, Perception StudyAbstract
This study aimed to examine the perceptions of the local community in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, regarding the environmental impact of the LRT3 construction project. The objectives were to identify the environmental impact on the community and evaluate the state of environmental pollution in the area. Based on several factors, a questionnaire was selected as the data collection instrument. The LRT3 project's highest percentage of respondents, 66.8%, identified air pollution as a concern, indicating perceived negative impacts on air quality in the vicinity. Approximately 60.6% of respondents attributed increased traffic congestion to the project, suggesting disruptions caused by construction activities and changes in road infrastructure. Furthermore, 51.6% of respondents identified noise pollution as a concern from the LRT3 project, possibly due to construction-related noise and machinery operation. A smaller percentage, 20%, expressed concerns about potential health issues associated with the project, while 19.8% mentioned water pollution. The research highlights the importance of tackling air pollution, traffic congestion, noise pollution, health issues, and water pollution to alleviate the adverse environmental effects. This study's findings have the potential to provide valuable insights for spatial decision-makers involved in the implementation of specific strategies and promoting the overall well-being of the community throughout the construction and operation phases.
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