Padel Facilities In Jakarta: Greater Flexibility Paired With Stricter Controls

The surge of padel in Jakarta in recent years has led to a corresponding increase in the development of padel facilities across the city, including in urban areas near residential neighborhoods. This growth has raised concerns, particularly regarding noise pollution and its impact on surrounding communities.

In response, the Government of DKI Jakarta, through the Human Settlements, Spatial Planning, and Land Service Office (“Service Office”), issued Head of Service Office Decision No. 26 of 2026 (“Decision 26”) concerning the Construction Management of Padel Facilities. This decision revokes and replaces Head of the Service Office Decision No. 16 of 2026 (“Decision 16”).

Decision 26 aims to balance the expansion of the sports industry with the protection of community interests and urban spatial planning. It sets out several provisions, including: