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Temporary relaxation for larger properties

From 22 Jan 2024 till 31 Dec 2026, there will be a temporary relaxation of the occupancy cap to allow up to eight individuals. This is applicable only to larger private residential properties of at least 90sqm strata / lot area. Owners of eligible properties must first register their property, together with payment of a $20 registration fee, to qualify for the higher occupancy cap. Before proceeding to register their property, owners are to ensure that:

  1. The property is already approved for residential use.
  2. The property has a minimum lot area of 90sqm. Property owners can validate their property size via  SLA’s e-service
  3. No previous registration for authorisation for a relaxation of the occupancy cap for the property has been cancelled over the last 12 months (or such shorter period as the Urban Redevelopment Authority specified in writing).  
  4. The property to be registered is a private residential property and in the case of Executive Condominiums, the relevant Minimum Occupation Period prescribed by HDB has already been fulfilled.

Property owners can be liable for infringements at their properties. The registration will be cancelled and the authorisation will cease if the occupancy cap of eight individuals is exceeded and/or where the additional occupancy creates serious nuisance. This is in addition to further enforcement actions that may be taken against property owners.

Housing Development Board (HDB) flat owners who wish to apply for higher occupancy cap should visit HDB's website for details.

To proceed with registration:

  • “For individual property owners and individuals with Power of Attorney using Singpass - click here”
  • “For corporate property owners using Corppass - click here”

If there are any enquiries, kindly refer to the FAQ or email to the following link.

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