For Property Owners & Prospective Purchasers

Find out the permissible uses of your property.

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	•	Apply for Change of Use
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	•	Make an Appointment for "Change of Use Consultation"
	•	Change of Use e-Advisor

Development Type	Guidelines on Permissible Use
	Permissible uses of shophouses depend on land use zonings as follows: (Check land use zoning) Residential Residential with 1st storey commercial Commercial & residential Commercial Permissible uses in conserved shophouses within Historic Conservation District. Find out more. (Check whether your property is within a Historic Conservation Area)
	Change of use in HDB shops and commercial premises for certain uses is can be allowed without the need to obtain planning permission, provided HDB's prior approval is obtained. Find out more.
	Shop, restaurant and showroom in commercial building are authorised without the need to obtain planning permission. Find out more.
	Factory production, manufacturing,and workshop can be allowed. Temporary workers' dormitory can be considered. Find out more.
	Home office and small business can be allowed subject to conditions and provided property owner's consent is obtained. Find out more.
	Home office and small business can be allowed subject to conditions and provided property owner's consent is obtained. Find out more. A small retail shop serving the residents can be considered in the communal clubhouse within a condominium housing development. Find out more.