Lot lidi is a parcel of elongated and narrow agricultural land below 5 acres subdivided into multiple smaller specific plots. These plots are marketed for sale without individual title deeds. Despite not being given an ownership right as it is not recognised under the National Land Code, there are persistent selling and buying of this type of land. This paper examines from the buyers’ perspective what influenced them to purchase despite its legal ambiguities. This paper is grounded on the theory of purchase intention in designing semi-structured interviews with buyers in Johor and Selangor. Findings reveal a specific socio-economic buyer encompassing middle-income earners with varied academic backgrounds, that are capable of significant investments of lot lidi. With minimal legal consultation, many buyers proceed with transactions, driven by perceived opportunities and economic pressures to own a home. The study underscores the need for targeted policies to regulate lot lidi transactions, enhance legal literacy among buyers, target housing development for low to middle-income groups and ensure equitable protections in land dealings.
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