Considerations for Property Use

Find out more about the assessment criteria for different uses.

Last updated 29 June 2026

Depending on your business use and the type of property you have in mind, you may need to apply for planning permission. For example, you want to set up a restaurant in a particular commercial building. Use this list to find out if you need to apply for planning permission.

There are certain designated areas and locations where the planning intention is to introduce activity generating uses (AGU). This is to activate and enliven streets by contributing to its vibrancy, and attracting visitorship to precincts. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the respective DC Handbook or your development type. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within an AGU area.

Select your business use below to find out where your business can be allowed.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Definition

Restaurants are premises primarily used for sale of food for consumption at the premises without performance of live music, or live entertainment. The sale of liquor and alcoholic drinks, if any, is for consumption on the premises and incidental to the consumption of food.

It includes a coffee shop, eating house, cafeteria, foodcourt, fast-food restaurant.
It does not include a canteen.
A restaurant cannot be used as a bar. Please refer to the criteria for restaurant.

Operation Details

The premises should have sufficient parking space and proper sound proofing measures to reduce noise disturbances. See Good Practice Guide for Noise Mitigation (Foodshops) [PDF, 326 KB] jointly developed by NEA, HDB, SPF and URA. The recommended practices in the guide are not exhaustive and operators may wish to consult noise experts on other suitable noise control measures.

Find out whether a restaurant can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	No planning permission required to convert between shop, showroom and restaurant. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises.* If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If premises is located within a Problematic Traffic Area, the use is unlikely to be supported due to traffic/parking problems. *For commercial buildings located within a residential area and where there are ground concerns on disamenity issues (such as traffic/parking and other nuisances), URA would require a change of use application for evaluation based on prevailing site context.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Hotel: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Bar/Pub

Definition

Bars/Pubs are premises primarily used for the sale of alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises without dancing, singing or performance of live music or live entertainment.

Operation Details

The premises should have proper sound proofing measures to reduce noise disturbances. See Good Practice Guide for Noise Mitigation (Entertainment Outlet) [PDF, 326 KB] jointly developed by NEA, HDB, SPF and URA. The recommended practices in the guide are not exhaustive and operators may wish to consult noise experts on other suitable noise control measures.

Find out whether a bar/pub can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use will not be supported in exclusion areas and locations near to residential developments due to potential noise and social concerns. The use will also not be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) locations. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within an AGU area.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use is unlikely to be supported due to potential noise and social disamenities to the surrounding residents. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use cannot be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) areas. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Restaurant and Bar

Definition

Restaurant and bar are premises used for the sale of food & meals and alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises without dancing, singing or performance of live music or live entertainment.

The premises cannot be used solely as a bar.
Please refer to the criteria for restaurant and bar.

Operation Details

Find out whether a restaurant and bar can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If premises is located within a Problematic Traffic Area, the use is unlikely to be supported due to traffic/parking problems. The use will not be supported in exclusion areas and locations near to residential developments due to potential noise and social concerns.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use is unlikely to be supported due to potential noise and social disamenities to the surrounding residents. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Nightclub

Definition

Nightclubs are premises primarily used for the sale of alcoholic drinks (and food, if any) for consumption on the premises, with dancing, singing or performances involving recorded music, live music or live entertainment. This includes karaoke lounges and discotheques.

Requirements from other Agencies

In addition to URA’s planning permission, business operators are required to obtain a Public Entertainment (PE) Licence from the Police Licensing and Regulatory Department (PLRD) before committing to a tenancy agreement or starting the renovation works. Application for PE licence is through GoBusiness Singapore, and PLRD will assess it based on its licensing considerations.

Operation Details

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use will not be supported in exclusion areas and locations near to residential developments due to potential noise and social concerns. The use will also not be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) locations. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use is unlikely to be supported due to potential noise and social disamenities to the surrounding residents. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use cannot be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) areas. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Cloud Kitchens

Definition

Premises primarily used as multiple food stalls for cooking/preparation of food for off-site delivery for consumption at other premises.

Planning permission is required for the use of a premises as a Cloud Kitchen. Such proposals are assessed contextually taking into account several factors, such as the compatibility of the use with the surrounding uses and its potential disamenity on the surroundings, availability of pick-up/drop-off area, parking provisions for the service delivery personnel. Cloud Kitchen proposals may be considered in industrial premises. Smaller scale proposals (up to 5 stalls) may be considered in smaller commercial premises, while slightly larger scale proposals may be considered in larger commercial buildings with car parks and exhaust facilities.

Proposals would not be supported in locations where agencies have received adverse feedback from residents about disamenities caused by F&B outlets in the location.

Find out whether a Cloud Kitchen can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
State Properties	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Areas with Activity Generating Use requirement: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Areas with Activity Generating Use requirement: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Commercial units in Historic Districts: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Commercial units in Residential Historic Districts: The use cannot be allowed due to potential disamenity to the surrounding residents in close proximity. Areas with Activity Generating Use requirement: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application with NEA's clearance for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application with NEA’s clearance for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application with NEA’s clearance for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Shop, Office & Services

Shop

Definition

Shops are premises used for any trade or business where its primary purpose is the sale of goods or foodstuff by retail or provision of services.

It includes a furniture shop, department store, pawnshop, beauty salon, travel agency, confectionery and take-away foodshop. Please refer to other examples of shop.

Find out whether a shop can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	No planning permission is required to change to a shop use from any of the following uses: Amusement centre, bar/pub, nightclub, restaurant, betting outlet, community institution, childcare centre, massage establishment, sports and recreation, laundry, office, commercial school, pet shop, showroom and motor vehicle showroom. In addition, no planning permission is required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for conversions to shops in commercial buildings. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Minimart can be considered in outlying areas on the 1st storey only. Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If supported, land betterment charge at commercial rates may be levied. Other shop uses cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Hotel	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Hotel: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required to convert between a shop to shop. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Laundromat

Definition

Laundromat are premises where washing machines and drying machines are provided for use on a self-service basis. Examples include coin-operated laundry.

Find out whether a laundromat can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Check with SLA to obtain their consent.
HDB Commercial Premises	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Check with HDB to obtain their consent.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Office

Definition

Offices are premises used as a place of business and for conducting administrative work.

It includes a bank, finance office, real estate company, employment agency, advertising agency and marketing office.

Find out whether an office can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use cannot be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) areas. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Massage Establishment

Definition

Massage establishments are premises used for massage or spa services licenced by the Police.

Requirements from other Agencies

In addition to URA’s planning permission, business operators are required to obtain a Massage Establishment (ME) Licence from the Police Licensing and Regulatory Department (PLRD) before committing to a tenancy agreement or starting the renovation works. Application for ME licence is through GoBusiness Singapore and PLRD will assess it based on its licensing considerations.

Find out whether a massage establishment can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use will not be supported in exclusion areas. The use will also not be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) locations. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use will not be supported in exclusion areas. The use will also not be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) locations. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. The use cannot be supported if the site is located within Activity Generating Use (AGU) areas. Learn more about AGU requirements from the Urban Design Requirements tab in the DC Handbook. Check URA SPACE to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Medical Clinic

Definition

Medical Clinics are premises used by a medical practitioner, a dentist or any other person for diagnosis or treatment of persons suffering from any disease, injury or disability.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check with MOH at MOH_Check_GFA@moh.gov.sg to verify if no planning permission is required for the proposed clinic. Refer to authorisation conditions for medical clinics. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check with MOH at MOH_Check_GFA@moh.gov.sg to verify if no planning permission is required for the proposed clinic. Refer to authorisation conditions for medical clinics. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Medical clinics can be considered in outlying areas on the 1st storey only. Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If supported, land betterment charge at commercial rates may be levied. Refer to supporting uses in industrial developments.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Pet Shop

Definition

Pet shops are premises used for the sale of live animals normally kept as domestic pets. It includes a veterinary clinic and pet grooming service. It does not include pet hotel and pet boarding use.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Pet Boarding

Definition

Pet Boarding/Hotel refers to premises which are primarily used for the boarding for pets. These are places where pet-owners pay to have their pets housed and cared for over a certain period of time.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use is unlikely to be supported in shophouses zoned Residential, Residential with Commercial at 1^st storey and Commercial/Residential in the Master Plan, in view of the noise disturbances that the use can cause to the surrounding residents. For shophouses zoned Commercial in the Master Plan, the use can be considered. Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	Check with HDB to obtain their prior consent as landowner before submitting a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use is unlikely to be supported in view of the noise disturbances that the use can cause to the surrounding residents. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Education

Commercial School

Definition

Commercial schools are premises used for the purpose of teaching, training or imparting of knowledge or skill. It includes tuition centre, language school, computed school, baking and cooking school, art school, music and dance school.

It does not include primary school, secondary school, junior college, vocational and technical institution, polytechnic, university, childcare centre or foreign system school.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Childcare Centre

Definition

Childcare centres are any premises at which 5 or more children who are under the age of 7 years are habitually received for the purposes of care and supervision during part of the day or for longer periods.

It includes kindergarten, student care centre and infant care centre.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. Check with People's Association to obtain their consent. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Zoned Business 1 in Master Plan: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Check with NEA to obtain their clearance. Zoned Business 2 in Master Plan: The use cannot be supported due to potential health and safety concerns of the children. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Industrial/ Warehouse/ Utlities/ Tele-communication / Business Park Developments".
Landed Houses	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Proposals are to comply with the following locational criteria before they can be considered: Within a detached house or a pair of semi-detached house that is outside of Good Class Bungalow Area; No other childcare centre located within 350m radius from subject premises; and Not located along major roads, near to road junctions, road bends, cul-de-sac or no-through roads Childcare centre proposals which meet the above locational criteria are subject to contextual evaluation, that takes into consideration the existing ground situation in the estate; approval is not guaranteed.
Place of Worship	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to childcare centre in place of worship.
Educational Institution	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Medical and Healthcare	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Hotel	No planning permission required. Refer to authorisation conditions for childcare centres. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units (under ancillary quantum): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed
Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units (in ancillary quantum): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Sports & Recreation

Fitness Centre/Gymnasium

Definition

Fitness centres/gymnasiums are premises used for physical exercise and fitness activities.

It includes sports club, sports complex and community sports and fitness buildings.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	No planning permission required.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Fitness centres can be considered in outlying areas on the 1st storey only. Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If supported, land betterment charge at commercial rates may be levied. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Amusement Centre

Definition

Amusement Centres are premises with game machines (e.g. jackpot machines, pin-bill machines, darts machines) for entertainment. They include arcade centres, computer gaming centres, billiard centre, bowling alley and darts club.

Requirements from other Agencies

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. For shops within Activity Generating Uses (AGU) area, the use cannot be allowed. Check URA SPACE map to find out whether your property is within the AGU area.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. For shops within Activity Generating Uses (AGU) area, the use cannot be allowed. Check URA SPACE map to find out whether your property is within the AGU area. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Accommodation

Residential

Definition

Residential use refers to premises used for long-term residential dwelling purposes.

Note: Private residential properties must be rented for at least three consecutive months. They may not be used for short-term rentals on a daily or weekly basis. Maximum number of unrelated occupants in a property is six. Any internal partitioning works must not compromise the nature of the property as a single self-sufficient residential unit. Please refer to Renting Property.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Residential units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Backpackers' Hostel

Definition

Backpackers' Hostels are open concept dormitories with a minimum of six beds per room, used to provide boarding and lodging for tourists and transient visitors for commercial purposes.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Hotel

Definition

Hotels are premises used to provide boarding and lodging for tourists and transient visitors for commercial purposes.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Commercial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Hotel: No planning permission required.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Students' Hostel

Definition

Students' hostels are premises used to provide boarding and lodging for students who are studying in local primary schools, secondary schools, junior colleges and tertiary institutions.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Residential units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Hotel and Other Accommodation Facilities".
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Serviced Apartment

Definition

Serviced Apartments refers to residential premises comprising non-strata subdivided, self-contained apartments with provision for kitchenettes/kitchens. They are rented out for lodging for a minimum of seven days and have support services such as concierge, housekeeping and/or laundry provided.

It does not include hotels, boarding houses, workers' dormitories and students' hostels.

Please refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Hotel and Other Accommodation Facilities".

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Residential units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Hotel	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Workers' Dormitories

Definition

Workers' dormitory are premises used to house migrant workers who are engaged to carry out industrial or production or construction activities.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	All new proposed workers’ dormitories or increase in capacity within industrial developments are assessed on the merits of the case. New applications located within 13 out of 16 specified industrial areas will only be considered if the proposals meet prevailing guidelines, and can be supported by existing infrastructure as assessed by technical agencies. Please refer to the circular dated 10 Feb 2023 for more information. Prior landowner consent (e.g. JTC) and clearances from NEA, PUB, SCDF, and LTA shall be obtained before a proposal is submitted to URA for evaluation New workers’ dormitories shall not fall within NEA and SCDF’s health and safety buffer zones, sub-areas reviewed by PUB where there are existing sewer capacity constraints or the remaining 3 specified areas (Jurong Island, Tai Seng, Tanglin Halt. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)". Applications for new workers’ dormitory use are to comply with all the requirements (e.g. living space per resident, occupancy per bedroom unit, etc) as stated in press release issued by MOM, MND and MOH dated 17 Sept 2021.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (within white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention for the site.

Industrial-Related Uses

Light Industrial Use

Definition

It refers to premises where the processes carried out or the machinery installed can be done so in any residential area without polluting the area with noise, vibration, odour, fumes, and smoke.

It includes manufacturing of textile goods, packing of dried foodstuffs, manufacturing of containers, printing and publishing industries.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. However, traditional trades and services may be considered on a case by case basis, subject to detailed evaluation in consultation with the relevant technical agencies. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	No planning permission required. Check with NEA to obtain their clearance. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Industrial units: No planning permission required. Check with NEA to obtain their clearance. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".

General Industrial Use

Definition

It refers to premises where the processes carried out or the machinery installed cannot be done so in any residential area, as it would pollute the area with noise, vibration, odour fumes and smoke.

It includes vehicle/motorcycle repair and servicing, installation of tyres and batteries, food manufacturing, manufacturing of furniture and fixtures.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. However, traditional trades and services may be considered on a case by case basis, subject to detailed evaluation in consultation with the relevant technical agencies. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Zoned Business 1 in Master Plan: Check with NEA to obtain their prior clearance before you submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Zoned Business 2 in Master Plan: No planning permission required. Check with NEA to obtain their clearance. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Industrial units: Check with NEA to obtain their prior clearance before you submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".

Industrial Training

Definition

It refers to premises used for practical training with the use of heavy machinery and equipment, or pure theory/classroom-based training on workplace health and safety for construction, shipyard and oil industries only.

Submission requirements: Provide details of the proposed industrial training and a layout plan showing the detailed usage of the premises.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Warehouse

Definition

It refers to premises primarily for storage of goods and where no business is transacted other than those which are incidental to storage.

Submission requirements: Obtain NEA's classification for your proposed use and attach it in your application.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Industrial Canteen

Definition

It refers to premises located within a factory building that primarily serve food to workers in the industrial estate.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Note: Size of Industrial canteen capped at 700sqm or 5% of total proposed Gross Floor Area of the development, whichever is lower Refer to supporting uses in industrial developments.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Showroom

Definition

It refers to premises used to display or showcase products that are not typically transacted and exchanged over the counter (e.g. furniture), or products that are predominantly delivered and installed off-site (e.g. floor tiles).

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	No planning permission required to convert between shop, restaurant and showroom. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between shop, restaurant and showroom. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial buildings. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required for the use within Community Centres. Check with People’s Association (PA) to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for PA’s Community Centres. If proposal does not fulfil the authorisation conditions or is for change of use within other Civic and Community Institution developments, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Showrooms can be considered on the 1st storey only. Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If supported, land betterment charge at commercial rates may be levied. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Hotel	Commercial units: No planning permission required to convert between showroom, restaurant and shop. Refer to authorisation conditions for commercial premises. If proposal does not qualify for the above, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Hotel: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If supported, land betterment charge at commercial rates may be levied.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

E-business

Definition

It refers to premises used for businesses that provide telecommunications infrastructure and/or develop software.

It includes telecommunications, data farm/centre, software development, internet service provider and call centre.

Submission requirements: Provide details on the background of the company, core business functions, types of activities to be carried out in relation to the core business functions, type of equipment used, and layout plan showing the detailed usage and GFA breakdown of the premises.

Find out whether e-business activities can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning Permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Core Media Activities

Definition

It refers to premises used for production services that require technical facilities such as studios and high-tech production software/hardware.

It includes pre-production (scripting, editorial editing), studio production, audio recording, programming and post-production and distribution (video editing, audio engineering, film printing, sorting and packaging for print media).

Submission requirements: Provide details on the background of the media company, core business functions, past and future projects, customer base, type of core media activities to be carried out and a layout plan showing the detailed usage and GFA breakdown of the premises.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning Permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Refer to DC Handbook (non-residential development) on "Business 1 (industrial) Business 2 (industrial)/ Business Park".
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.

Community-Related Uses

Association

Definition

It refers to premises used by a society, clan, or club for conducting its meetings and gatherings for its members.

The premises cannot be used as a place of worship.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required. Check with People's Association to obtain their consent.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Family Service Centre / Social Service Facilities

Definition

It refers to premises community-based social services that provide support for vulnerable individuals and families with social and emotional issues.

It does not include welfare home, childcare centre, funeral parlour, a home for the aged or a home for the disabled.
The premises cannot be used as a place of worship.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
HDB Commercial Premises	No planning permission required. Check with HDB to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for HDB commercial premises.
Commercial Buildings	Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Check if the premises is eligible for instant approval before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the lodgment criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	No planning permission required. Check with People's Association to obtain their consent.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	Refer to Allowable Use for Shophouses to find out whether the use can be allowed at your proposed location. For non-shophouses, or if you are unable to find the information required from the link above, you may wish to check the planning decision map layer to find out information on approved uses for your property or conduct a further search on our e-service. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business Park	Commercial units (under white component): No planning permission required for the use within Business Parks on land owned by JTC. Check with JTC to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for Business Parks on land owned by JTC. For Business Parks on private land, check if the premises is eligible for instant approval and obtain owner’s consent before applying for lodgment. If proposal does not fulfil the above criteria and conditions, submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Business Park units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Religious Use

Religious Activities

Definition

It refers to premises used for public worship, religious teaching, studies, seminars and include seminaries.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

Limited & Non-Exclusive Religious Use

Definition

Religious use on a limited basis without any exclusive lease or ownership to religious organisations.

Note: Religious activities should be conducted in sites that are specially designated for worship. These sites are zoned "Place of Worship" in the Master Plan.

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Property type and details

Shophouses	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
HDB Commercial Premises	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Commercial Buildings	Refer to guidelines for use of commercial spaces for religious purposes. Religious organisations who wish to use commercial or hotel spaces for non-exclusive and limited basis are required to submit the required information through this form for our evaluation.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Sports & Recreation Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	Refer to guidelines for use of industrial spaces for religious purposes. Religious organisations who wish to use industrial spaces for non-exclusive and limited basis are required to submit the required information through this form for our evaluation. Religious organisations which need more time to relocate or comply with the guidelines can write to URA. Such requests will be assessed contextually, taking into account the specific circumstances of each case (e.g. the need for more time to comply with the current guidelines; whether attempts have been made to comply with the guidelines; no disamenities caused, etc).

Event-Related Use

Function Hall

Definition

Function hall refers to premises used to host events (such as conferences, seminars, workshop, exhibition corporate trainings/retreats, weddings, banquets).

It is furnished with equipment and facilities for hosting events (e.g. built-in projector, AV system, retractable chair styles, rostrum, microphones, loose tables/chairs, etc).
It is to be located within premises approved for commercial use with adequate supporting facilities e.g. with dedicated drop-off points and parking facilities. It is not allowed on premises approved for industrial or warehouse uses.

Find out whether a function hall can be considered at your property

Property type and details

Shophouses	The use is unlikely to be supported due to lack of parking provisions and dedicated pick up drop-off points for taxis and private hire cars in shophouses.
State Property on Interim Tenancy	No planning permission required. Check with SLA to obtain their consent. Refer to authorisation conditions for state properties rented out by SLA.
Commercial Buildings, HDB Commercial Premises, Civic and Community Institutions (e.g. Community Centre), Sports & Recreation Buildings, Hotel	Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If the subject development does not have its own parking provision and dedicated pick-up/drop-off points, or is within a Problematic Traffic Area, the use is unlikely to be supported.
Mixed Commercial & Residential Developments (Refers to developments with a commercial podium block and residential units above; or a commercial block physically separated from residential uses, on sites zoned Commercial and Residential in the Master Plan. Excludes party-walled shophouses and shopflats. Refer to diagrams.)	Commercial units: Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. If the subject development does not have its own parking provision and dedicated pick-up/drop-off points, or is within a Problematic Traffic Area, the use is unlikely to be supported. Residential units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Buildings within Historic Conservation Areas (e.g. Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Boat Quay, Blair Plan, Emerald Hill, Cairnhill)	The use is unlikely to be supported due to lack of parking provisions and dedicated pick up drop-off points for taxis and private hire cars in shophouses. For more information, visit Use of Conserved Buildings.
Industrial Buildings	The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.
Business 1-White, Business 2-White Buildings	Commercial units (under white component): Submit a change of use application for our evaluation. Planning permission is not guaranteed. Industrial units: The use cannot be allowed as it is not in line with the planning intention of the site.

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