11 FAQs On Parking Bay Rental For Private Businesses In Malaysia

Business premises in Malaysia are allowed to reserve parking bays (Petak Khas) for many reasons, and the most common is by far to legally restrict non-customers from parking.

Reservations are handled by the Local Authority (PBT) for the area in which the premise is located, and as each has its own by-laws, there are differences in specifics, namely:

• eligibility criteria
• supporting documents
• permitted reservation hours
• approval conditions, and most importantly, 
• rental rates!

After helping businesses in multiple locations reserve parking, overall requirements are similar across councils, and our guide gives a general overview of what it takes.

Of course, you’re welcome to skip the reading and get in touch with us right away.

Otherwise, let’s begin.

1. What do PBTs call reserved parking spaces?

Every PBT we’ve dealt with refers to parking spaces for businesses by their Bahasa Melayu terms including:

• petak khas
• petak bermusim, or
• petak rizab

There may be a few more, but search for the above and you’ll find what you’re looking for!

2. Are all businesses eligible for a parking bay?

While a few PBTs have a specific list of eligible business types, most allow anyone to submit an application though approval is fully discretionary, and in practice most councils prioritise:

• vehicle-related businesses (workshops, tyre shops, accessory shops)
• clinics and healthcare premises
• hotels
• car wash centres, and
• showrooms

Some councils also offer special categories such as OKU owners or delivery-based outlets (and require corresponding supporting documents.

3. What supporting documents will I need?

Commonly required documents include:

• the parking bay reservation application form
• valid business licence
• SSM/company registration
• latest Cukai Taksiran receipt with no arrears
• site photos, and
• location plan

As always, additional documents may be required depending on the type of business.

4. How many bays can a business get?

Typical patterns are:

• 1 bay for general businesses, and
• 2–3 bays for vehicle-related businesses

In fact, some PBTs require certain businesses to apply for a set number of parking bays.

Generally, it’s because a lack of reserved parking would cause more disruption.

5. How much does it cost per month?

Rates vary significantly across councils and some charge differently even within their jurisdiction depending on zone, and category. 

On top of the actual parking bay reservation, be prepared for theses additional charges:

• deposits
• painting fees
• processing fees, and 
• patil/barrier costs

As a rule of thumb, expect to pay RM200 to RM500 per month for each parking bay.

6. How long is the rental period?

Some only allow 12-month rentals, though most offer 3- or 6-month terms as well.

7. How long does approval take?

As a physical site inspection is often needed, processing typically takes between 2 weeks and 2 months, depending on the PBT’s current workload.

If you operate in a less busy part of Malaysia it will be on the lower end of our estimation, but if you’re located in Bukit Bintang, it’s safer to assume you’ll be on the higher end.

8. What are permitted restriction hours?

Most PBTs fix operating hours which are tied to typical business hours, such as:

• 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
• 8:00 am to 6:30 pm
• or up to 10:00 pm for certain categories

The one exception we know of is for bays under Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya, which plans to rent out 24 hour bays at RM400 a month in 2026.

In cases with fixed periods, the bay must be open to public use after operating hours end.

9. Am I allowed to block others from using the bay?

Only during authorised operating hours, after which the bay becomes public.

10. How do I renew my parking bay rental?

You usually apply for renewal before the expiry date, commonly:

• within 14 days
• or 30 days

Late renewal may result in markings being removed and repainting fees charged.

11. Can the council revoke my bay?

Yes. While non-payment or misuse can obviously cause termination, the council may revoke a permit due to evolving traffic or safety concerns, or if the spot is deemed no longer suitable.

Their house, their rules 🙂

That’s all from us, and if you’d like to proceed, get in touch and we’ll kickstart the application process!

Let MISHU handle your parking bay reservation

As part of our end-to-end assistance with setting up a business in Malaysia, the MISHU team assists businesses with applying for licenses from PBTs daily, including reserving private parking bays. If you need help, drop us a message we’ll be in touch.