Legal Challenges in Facing Land Ownership Disputes Due to Gentrification in Indonesia

The gentrification in Indonesia, especially in big cities, has created significant challenges related to land ownership disputes. This process not only changed the face of the city but also created conflicts between old residents and developers. In this context, this study aims to explore the various legal challenges faced in resolving land disputes due to gentrification, as well as identify solutions that can protect the rights of marginalized communities. This method of writing the law uses normative analysis to understand the challenges of land disputes due to gentrification in Indonesia, focusing on relevant regulations, legal practices, and case studies. This paper shows that legal uncertainty and legality issues are the main barriers for people to protect their rights. Many undocumented individuals struggle to fight for their rights in court. Recognition of indigenous land rights is often neglected, and limited access to the legal system exacerbates injustices, especially for low-income communities. These findings highlight the need for more inclusive policy reforms to support the rights of local communities. Recommendations for further research include an in-depth analysis of customary land registration practices and stronger law enforcement to ensure the protection of community rights in the face of gentrification.