Lesson 2 Flashcards
1
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What is the purpose of land use planning?
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To optimise & allocate scarce land resources among competing uses.
2
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What are the 6 main uses of land?
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- Transport infrastructure
- Housing
- Water catchments
- Businesses
- Recreation
- Military
3
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What is the Long Term Plan?
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It is a strategic land use and transportation plan. It maps out long term (40-50 years) land use strategy for Singapore.
4
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How often is the Long Term Plan reviewed?
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Every 10 years
5
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How often is the Statutory Land Use Plan reviewed?
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Every 5 years
6
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What are the 7 Special and Detailed Control Plans?
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- Park, Waterbodies & Public Spaces
- Conservation Area and Monument
- Urban Design Element
- Connectivity
- Landed Housing Area
- Building Height
- Underground
7
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What are the 2 things that Master Plan shows?
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- Zoning - permissible land use
- Plot Ratio - maximum permissible intensity for developments
8
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Formula for Gross Plot Ratio
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Gross Plot Ratio = Gross Floor Area / Land Area
9
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Residential developments in areas without special height controls are subject to what GPR - Maximum No. of Storeys guidelines?
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GPR : Maximum No. of Storeys
1.4 : 5
1.6 : 12
2.1 : 24
2.8 : 36
More than 2.8 : More than 36
10
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What special control sites are there for Building Height Plan?
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Singapore Botanic Gardens
11
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For other land uses without building height controls, the permissible height…
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Will be subject to evaluation
12
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What type of housing require Master Plan Plot Ratio?
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- Condominiums
- Apartments / HUDC Apartments
- Executive Condominiums
- HDB Flats
13
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What type of Landed Housing can be in Residential Zone or Landed Housing Area Plan?
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- Bungalows/Detached Houses
- Semi-detached Houses
- Terrace Houses
- Strata Landed Housing/Townhouses/Cluster Houses
14
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What type of properties require URA Approval?
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- Retirement housing
- Serviced apartments
- Student hostels
15
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How big must Condominium Development Land be at least?
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4000m^2
16
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What is the maximum site coverage for condominiums?
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50%
17
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What amenities was considered luxury by URA in 1970s?
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- Swimming pool
- Clubhouse
- Function rooms
- KTV rooms
- BBQ pits
- Tennis courts
- Squash courts
- Playground
- Rock climbing walls
- Gym
- Foot reflexology paths
- Sauna
18
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Are “mix of landed & apartment units” accorded as condominium status?
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No
19
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Are “strata landed houses with facilities” accorded as condominium status?
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No
20
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Can foreigners purchase strata landed houses?
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No
21
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Does purchasing strata landed houses require LDAU approval?
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Yes
22
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What is the required size range for an Apartment Development Land?
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1000m^2 to 3999m^2
23
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What is the minimum size of a condominium unit in Central Area (CBD)?
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35m^2
24
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How many condominium units can a developer build outside of Central Area?
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Number of units built = (GPR * Land Area) / 85m^2
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How many condominium units can a developer build in Restricted Areas?
Number of units built = (GPR * Land Area) / 100m^2
26
What are the land tenures for retirement houses?
30 year, 45 year or 60 years
27
Are there any restrictions on the maximum number of retirement house units that can be built?
No
28
What is the typical minimum age for residents in a Retirement Housing development?
Generally, 55 years old.
29
What does the "No shoebox rule" mean in the context of Retirement Housing?
Implies that retirement housing options should not resemble small, cramped living spaces
30
Name two common facilities typically found in Retirement Housing developments.
24-hour concierge service and clinics (along with restaurants, elderly-friendly features like emergency alarm systems, non-slip floors, and wide corridors).
31
What is the key characteristic that defines a serviced apartment?
Self-contained apartments with kitchenettes/kitchens, providing support services.
32
Give an example of a support service typically offered in serviced apartments.
Concierge services, common dining areas, housekeeping, and/or laundry services.
33
What is the minimum rental period for serviced apartments?
7 days or longer.
34
Under what type of ownership are serviced apartments typically developed and/or managed?
Under single ownership (Certificate of Title).
35
Is strata subdivision allowed for serviced apartments?
No, strata subdivision of serviced apartments is strictly prohibited.
36
What is the maximum allowable size for bar/lounge facilities in a serviced apartment development?
A maximum of 0.3% of the total residential Gross Floor Area (GFA).
37
In what zoning areas are serviced apartments allowed to be built?
Residential Zones, Commercial Zones, areas with both Commercial and Residential zoning, "White" zones, and the "White" component of Business Park zones (Business Park White).
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What is the regulatory requirement for building serviced apartments?
They are subject to URA (Urban Redevelopment Authority) approval.
39
What is the reason given for prohibiting serviced apartments in some areas?
They potentially cause disamenities to neighboring residents.
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What is required of developers who want to convert residential developments (like condominiums) into serviced apartments?
They must obtain planning permission from the URA (Urban Redevelopment Authority) and comply with the URA's guidelines on serviced apartments.
41
What is a Strata Landed property?
A landed property (bungalow, semi-detached, or terrace) developed under strata title, meaning individual ownership of units but shared common areas.
42
What type of property is unique to Sentosa Cove?
Sentosa Cove Houses
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What types of titles are associated with these landed properties?
Land Titles or Strata Titles
44
What is the type of lot for Good Class Bungalows?
Land
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What is the type of tenure for Good Class Bungalows?
Freehold
46
Wha tis the minimum plot size for 2 storey detached houses?
1400m^2
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What is the maximum site coverage for 2 storey detached houses?
40%
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What is the minimum plot size for bungalows?
400m^2
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What is the maximum site coverage for bungalows?
50%
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What is the plot width for bungalows?
10m
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How many storeys can bungalows have?
2 or 3 storeys
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How many storeys can semi-detached houses have?
2 or 3 storeys
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What is the minimum plot size of semi-detached houses?
200m^2 each
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What is the plot width of side to side semi detached houses?
8m
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What is the plot width of back to back semi detached houses?
10m
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For strata landed housing, do people own their individual car park spaces?
Yes
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What is the term for any combination of purely strata bungalows, semi-detached houses, and terrace houses?
Cluster Housing
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Is Sentosa Cove zoned as Landed Housing Area?
No
59
Does Sentosa Cove have any plot ratio?
No
60
Are there restrictions to foreigners at Sentosa Cove?
Yes
61
What kind of lots is Sentosa Cove consisted of?
Land or Strata Lots
62
What is Residential with Commercial at 1st Storey?
Residential development with commercial use at 1st storey only
63
What are the 6 types of Community Institutions?
1. Association Premises
2. Community Centre
3. Child Care Centre
4. Home for the aged / disabled
5. Place of worship
6. Community sports and fitness building
64
Are institutions also subject to evaluation by URA approval?
Yes
65
What are 8 examples of Commercial Business Trades?
1. Entertainment
2. Recreation Club
3. Offices
4. Bank
5. Shops
6. Commercial School
7. Food Centres
8. Restaurant
66
What is the size cap for medical suites or clinics in a commercial zoning context?
Capped at 3000 m² or 20% of total floor area, whichever is lower.
67
Are recreation clubs allowed in commercial zoning areas?
Yes, but they may be allowed subject to evaluation by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA).
68
What does Net Lettable Area (NLA) refer to in commercial properties?
It is a measurement of total occupiable floor space taken from the inside surfaces of exterior walls and/or the mid-line of shared walls, excluding common areas like stairwells, toilets, lift lobbies, and vertical service ducts.
69
Name one type of establishment classified under "mixed use" in commercial zoning.
Any combination of office, shopping, cinema, hotel, or flat.
70
What are Commercial & Residential zones?
Mixed residential and commercial purposes -> Shopping / office & residential
71
According to URA regulations for Commercial & Residential zones, how much space is allocated to both residential and commercial?
40% GFA Maximum Commercial, 60% GFA Minimum Residential
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According to URA regulations for Hotel zones, how much space is allocated to both hotel use and commercial?
40% GFA Maximum Commercial, 60% GFA Minimum Hotel Use
73
What kind of hotels can be built under Hotel zones?
Hotels or Backpackers' Hostel
74
Under Hotel zones, can hotel rooms be sold separately?
No
75
Under Hotel zones, can commercial shops be sold separately?
Yes
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What is White zone for?
A combination for any combination of two or more of
1. Residential
2. Office
3. Shop
4. Hotel
5. Recreation Club
6. Association
7. Convention
8. Exhibition Centre
9. Entertainment
77
What type of property does Business 1 classify as?
Industrial Property (Light or General Industry).
78
Who develops Business 1 and Business 2 properties?
Developed by JTC (with lease documents) or by developers (with strata title).
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What are the two types of industrial properties?
Warehouse (B1/B2) and Factory (B1/B2).
80
What is the minimum floor area requirement for industrial properties?
150 m².
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Which types of businesses are not allowed in Industrial Property?
Retail shops, clinics, and child care centers (subject to URA approval).
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Are JTC tenants allowed to sublet their properties?
No, subletting is not allowed for JTC tenants.
83
What are the usage rules for industrial properties?
60/40 Usage Rule: 60% Primary Usage and 40% Secondary Usage.
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What qualifies as Primary Use in B1 and B2 properties?
B1 and B2 industrial uses.
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What are some examples of Secondary Use for industrial properties?
Office, display room, storage, server room, pantry, etc.
86
Name one allowable business trade under B1 properties.
Computer software development
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What is one allowable business trade under B2 properties?
Biotechnology.
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What types of food establishments are classified under Industrial Canteen in Business 1/Business 2 properties?
Food stalls, cafeteria, and food court.
89
What is the size limit for an Industrial Canteen?
Capped at 700 m² or 5% of Gross Floor Area (GFA) per building, whichever is lower.
90
What is the duration for which an Industrial Canteen can be approved under Temporary Permission?
Up to 3 years.
91
Are food stalls considered a part of Commercial Zoning Business Trades in Industrial Canteens?
Yes, they fall under Commercial Zoning Business Trades.
92
What does NEA require from industrial zones regarding surrounding areas?
Requires a nuisance buffer.
93
What are the 7 business parks in Singapore?
1. Changi Business Park
2. Clean Tech Park
3. International Business Park
4. Jurong Innovation District
5. Mediapolis
6. One-north
7. Punggol Digital District
94
What are the allowable trades in business parks in Singapore?
1. Non-pollutive industries
2. Businesses that engage in high technology
3. Research and development
4. High value-added and knowledge intensive activities
95
What is the maximum allowable Gross Floor Area (GFA) for commercial use in Business Park?
15% of GFA.
96
What percentage of GFA must be dedicated to Business Park operation use in Business Park?
85% of GFA.
97
What rule applies to individual units in Business Park and Business Park White?
60/40 Rule (60% primary use and 40% secondary use).
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What is the maximum allowable Gross Floor Area (GFA) for commercial, residential and hotel use in Business Park White?
40%
99
What percentage of GFA must be dedicated to Business Park operation use in Business Park White?
60%
100
Who are the State's main land sales agents?
URA, JTC and HDB
101
What are the tenures for state land?
99 years (commercial, hotel & private residential), 30 years (industrial)
102
What is the primary mechanism for government land sales in Singapore?
Public Tender (GLS / IGLS).
103
How often are GLS announcements made?
Every 6 months.
104
What is the "Confirmed List" in the context of government land sales?
Sites launched as planned for public tender.
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What is the "Reserved List" in government land sales?
Sites put up for sale by application only, that will be launched if a developer submits an acceptable minimum price.
106
What must a developer do to participate in a sale on the Reserved List?
Sign an agreement to bid at a price not lower than the indicative bid when a public tender is called.
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Where can developers find sites mentioned for the Reserved List?
On the URA website.
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Who plans and announces government land sales?
Government agencies, including URA, JTC, and HDB.
