Who are the authorities involved for projects in Singapore?
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Source: URA Singapore
1. Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
1. Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
Role:
The URA is responsible for land use planning and implementing Singapore’s Master Plan, which guides long-term urban development.
Key Responsibilities:
Land Use and Zoning: Ensures developments adhere to zoning regulations (e.g., residential, commercial, mixed-use).
Plot Ratio: Regulates building density to balance development and sustainability.
Setbacks / Envelope Control: Enforces height, setback, and coverage restrictions for harmonious urban landscapes.
Conservation Guidelines: Oversight on projects involving heritage buildings and conservation zones.
Why It’s Important:
URA’s guidelines shape the built environment to maintain Singapore’s reputation as a clean, efficient, and green city.
Engagement:
Developers or architects must submit development plans to URA for approval.
Source: BCA Singapore
2. Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
2. Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
Role:
BCA ensures that buildings in Singapore meet structural integrity, safety, and sustainability standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Structural and Safety Compliance: Ensure that designs comply with Singapore’s building codes and standards.
Accessibility: Enforces the Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment to ensure inclusive design for universal design and usage.
Green Building Standards: Implements the Green Mark Scheme to encourage sustainable developments and constructions.
Temporary Occupation Permits (TOP) / Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC): Ensure buildings are fit for occupancy upon completion.
Why It’s Important:
BCA ensures buildings are safe, durable, and environmentally friendly, contributing to Singapore’s high-quality built environment.
Engagement:
Plans and calculations must be submitted by a Qualified Person (QP) to obtain approval for works.
Source: SCDF Fire Code Handbook
3. Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
3. Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Role:
SCDF oversees fire safety and emergency preparedness in building designs.
Key Responsibilities:
Fire Safety Compliance: Ensures that developments and buildings comply with fire safety provisions in terms of escape, protection and fire fighting capability.
Civil Defence Shelters: Enforces the inclusion of shelters in certain developments.
Why It’s Important:
SCDF’s guidelines save lives by reducing fire risks and enhancing emergency response capabilities.
Engagement:
Fire safety plans must be prepared by a Qualified Person (QP) and submitted to SCDF for approval under the self-declaration scheme.
Source: NParks GDP Handbook
4. National Parks Board (NParks)
4. National Parks Board (NParks)
Role:
NParks oversees the incorporation of greenery and biodiversity in developments to maintain Singapore’s status as a "City in Nature."
Key Responsibilities:
Tree Protection: Regulates tree conservation on development sites.
Landscape Plans: Approves designs for greenery and open spaces, such as parks and green roofs.
Biodiversity Conservation: Implements measures to protect wildlife and native habitats.
Why It’s Important:
NParks promotes greenery and environmental well-being, enhancing the quality of life for residents.
Engagement:
Landscape proposals must be submitted for review, and developments need permits to remove or transplant trees.
Source: PUB Singapore
5. Public Utilities Board (PUB)
5. Public Utilities Board (PUB)
Role:
PUB manages Singapore’s water resources and drainage systems to prevent flooding and ensure efficient water usage and used water discharge.
Key Responsibilities:
Sewerage and Drainage Plans: Reviews and approves designs for used water disposal and stormwater management.
Flood Prevention: Enforces compliance with drainage codes and implementation of drainage tanks to mitigate flooding risks.
Water Efficiency: Implements water conservation measures, such as water-saving devices.
Sustainable Drainage Solutions: Encourages the use of natural infrastructure like bioswales and retention ponds.
Why It’s Important:
PUB ensures sustainable water management and protects Singapore from water-related challenges.
Engagement:
Drainage and sewerage plans must be submitted by a Qualified Person (QP) to PUB prior to implementation.
Source: Development & Building Control Division
6. Land Transport Authority (LTA)
6. Land Transport Authority (LTA)
Role:
LTA oversees transportation infrastructure and road-related aspects of development projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA): Evaluates the impact of the development on nearby traffic.
Vehicle Access and Parking: Approves layouts for ingress / egress, driveways, car parks, and drop-off points.
Construction Near Public Transport: Sets guidelines for projects near MRT lines.
Why It’s Important:
LTA ensures seamless integration between developments and transportation infrastructure, supporting a connected city.
Engagement:
Traffic plans and vehicle parking plans are submitted by a Qualified Person (QP) for review and approval by LTA prior to implementation.
Source: Code of Practice on Environmental Health
7. National Environment Agency (NEA)
7. National Environment Agency (NEA)
Role:
NEA ensures projects meet environmental health standards, focusing on public health, noise control, and air quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Noise Control: Implements measures to reduce construction noise and operation noise.
Waste Management: Ensures proper handling of waste and recyclables during construction and operation.
Air Quality: Controls pollutions and emissions from construction and operation.
Public Health: Ensure provision of public toilets, and proper design and layout of food-related premises.
Why It’s Important:
NEA’s overseeing contributes to a clean, livable environment, aligning with Singapore’s sustainability goals.
Engagement:
A qualified person (QP) is required to make submission on meeting EH controls to NEA for approval.
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