Gov’t to review public housing income ceiling

Singapore wants to provide more housing options for singles, seniors, and larger families.

The Ministry of National Development plans to review the public housing income ceiling and study how to provide more housing options, including for singles, seniors, and larger families

The ministry said it will keep public housing affordable and accessible through a robust supply of Build-To-Order flats across different regions, including more with shorter waiting times.

The government plans to improve public rental housing by upgrading older rental blocks and giving more support to rental households so that they can own their homes.

Meanwhile, the ministry also said it will step up upgrades in older towns and homes through schemes such as the Home Improvement Programme and Neighbourhood Renewal Programme, whilst rolling out more senior-friendly infrastructure.

Seven selected private housing estates will also receive enhancements under the Estate Upgrading Programme, and eligible households with elderly residents can get support to install in-home fittings under the Enhancement for Active Seniors (Private) scheme.

MND said it will expand integrated community hubs in areas like Toa Payoh and Woodlands, extend the parks and park connector network, and create new public spaces along “Identity Corridors”. It will also push climate-sensitive urban planning, building design and the use of cool paints to reduce the impact of rising temperatures.

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