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VOL. 8, ISSUE 2 (2026)
PT PLN's legal responsibility for the installation of electric poles without compensation
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Usman Al Ajis, Nancy Silvana Haliwela, Wijaya Natalia Panjaitan
Abstract
This study discusses the installation of electricity poles by PT PLN on community-owned land, which is often carried out without notification, approval, or compensation. In fact, electricity is a vital need for the community and its provision is the responsibility of the state. However, in practice, the rights of the community as landowners must still be respected. Law Number 30 of 2009 concerning Electricity explains that the use of land owned by others must be accompanied by the provision of compensation. In reality, this is not always done, which can be detrimental to the community. This study aims to determine the procedure for installing electricity poles by PT PLN on private land and what PT PLN's legal responsibility is if compensation is not provided. The method used is normative legal research by examining relevant laws and legal concepts. Data was obtained through literature review and analyzed qualitatively. The results of the study indicate that the installation of electricity poles on community-owned land is basically permitted because it is in the public interest. However, its implementation must comply with applicable regulations, such as notification, approval from the landowner, and the provision of appropriate compensation. Failure to do so can cause harm to the community and can be considered an unlawful act. Therefore, PT PLN must carry out its obligations in accordance with the law and increase supervision so that community rights remain protected and disputes do not arise in the future.
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Pages:278-282
How to cite this article:
Usman Al Ajis, Nancy Silvana Haliwela, Wijaya Natalia Panjaitan "PT PLN's legal responsibility for the installation of electric poles without compensation". International Journal of Law, Policy and Social Review, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 278-282
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