(2) The categories of land use shall be as follows: (a) “Bangunan” (Building); (b) “Pertanian” (Agriculture); (c) “Perindustrian” (Industry).

(1) Subject to the following provisions of this section, no land shall be used otherwise than in accordance with, or for any purpose other than that permitted by, an express condition in force with respect thereto, for the time being, limiting its use to a particular purpose (hereinafter referred to as “a category of land use”).

Whether you are a property investor, a legal student, or a landowner, keeping a certified copy of the on your device is not just good practice—it is essential for compliance.

This article provides an exhaustive breakdown of Section 14 of the KTN, its implications for land administration, and how to correctly source and interpret the document. What is the Kanun Tanah Negara 1965? Before diving into the specifics of "PDF 14," we must understand the parent statute. The Kanun Tanah Negara 1965 (Act 56 of 1965), also known as the National Land Code (NLC), is the supreme law governing all land matters in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan. (Note: Sabah and Sarawak operate under their own respective land ordinances, though the NLC influences them).