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Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)

Planning Strategies

From optimising land and building urban resilience, to harnessing smart planning and innovation, find out how Singapore takes a forward-looking approach to keep our city liveable and sustainable.

Last updated on 15 June 2026

Optimising Land

Discover how Singapore is maximising its limited land resources by building upwards, rejuvenating older areas and unlocking new possibilities underground.

Decentralisation

Learn how Singapore’s decentralisation strategy supports long-term economic growth and liveability by creating attractive business nodes across the island and bringing jobs and amenities closer to homes.

Urban Resilience

As climate change brings growing challenges to our city, Singapore is taking proactive steps to build urban resilience — from combating heat stress to protecting our coastlines from rising sea levels. Find out how we are planning ahead to create a more adaptable and sustainable city.

Greenery & Heritage

Explore how Singapore integrates green spaces and built heritage with development, to sustain nature and identity in a constantly evolving city.

Smart Planning

Explore how we leverage data analytics and geospatial technologies to make more informed planning decisions, deliver better services, and build capabilities for the future of urban planning.

Exploring New Frontiers

We continuously research and explore new ideas to develop solutions to address urban challenges. Get up to speed on the latest innovations and trends that contribute to shaping a more sustainable and future-ready city.