KUALA LUMPUR: Twenty compound notices and 10 enforcement notices were issued to business owners here between January and Oct 16 for not using Bahasa Malaysia on their signboards.
In a Facebook posting today, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) said that while creativity was encouraged, some business owners became 'a bit too creative' by excessively using other languages.
It said registered trademarks do not need to be translated, but all other texts on business signboards must be in the national language and correct, with larger font sizes.
DBKL has also issued 211 compound notices under 5(1) of the Advertisement (Federal Territory) By-laws 1982 to owners displaying advertisements without valid licences.
"Prioritise the national language.
"No matter how unique your advertisement may be, DBKL will not hesitate to take appropriate action if it does not meet the requirements," it said.
It added that similar enforcement took place in several areas, including Jalan Manjalara, Jalan Kampung Atap, Jalan Prima 2, Jalan Kuchai, and Jalan Sri Petaling.
It also said DBKL's enforcement actions were not targeted at specific individuals or groups.