A Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC) clearance is issued for conserved buildings which have been restored according to the conservation guidelines.
Find out which restored buildings have been issued with the CSC clearance.
Download the lists of restored buildings:
This refer to proposals that affect the key elements of conserved buildings. They have a significant impact on the architectural character and spatial integrity of conserved buildings. The submission must be made by a Qualified Person (QP) who is a Registered Architect. The works include, but are not limited to:
Restoration of roof profile, pitch or height
Addition, removal or change in size or location of jack roof or skylight
Addition or removal of reinforced concrete structures on existing flat roof
Restoration of architectural elements such as windows, doors and original decorative features
Addition or removal of window or door
Change of entire floor using similar or different material
Addition or removal of:
Addition of new rear extension
Structural strengthening work
This refer to proposals that affect the key elements of conserved buildings to a lesser extent. They have some impact on the architectural character and spatial integrity of conserved buildings. The submission must be made by a Qualified Person (QP) who can be a Registered Architect or a Professional Engineer. The works include, but are not limited to:
Replacement of roof tiles
Addition of pergola or shelter with non-load bearing cover on flat roof
Addition or removal of window, inclusive of transom above a window
Addition or removal of roof over rear court
Addition or sealing of opening in party wall
Staircase & Lift
Addition or removal of
This refers to works carried out on any conserved building that are minimal and localised and/or for the purpose of repair and maintenance. The submission do not need to be made by a Qualified Person, it can be made by owners and contractors. The works include, but are not limited to:
One-for-one localised replacement and/or repair of roof tiles and rafters
Change in design and infill material for jackroof opening
One-for-one replacement or repair of door or window, transoms and vents
Localised repair of decorative features
Addition, repositioning or change in material, design or size of vents
Addition, replacement or removal of secondary door or window
Addition or removal of security grilles
Addition or removal of canopy above window
Addition or removal of tiled canopy or retractable awning
For commercial buildings with residential front control:
For buildings without residential front control:
Change of flooring material at five-foot way Addition or removal of ramps or steps Change in level of five-foot way
Upper Storey Floor
One-for-one replacement of timber floor boards and joists
Addition, repositioning or change in material or design of flue
Addition or repositioning of air-conditioning units and screening
Addition of solar panels and/or solar heater on existing roof
Painting of building facades
Painting of mural
You will need to submit the following:
i) Letter of Owner's Authorisation ii) Proposal for Repair and Maintenance works using either: • Colour photo in “JPEG” format; or • Floor plans/elevations drawn to scale.
You can expect a reply within 10 working days. If the proposal is in order, we will issue a Conservation Permission for the works.
After the works are carried out, you will need to submit photographs of the completed works to us using the Apply for Category 3 Works for Conserved Buildings e-Service. If the works are in order, we will issue a Letter for Endorsement of Completed Works. No works should be carried out before Conservation Permission is issued.
Submit your application electronically through CORENET, you can expect a decision within 20 working days.
Your registered architect will consult the relevant technical departments before submitting plans for the proposed works.
Your registered architect should submit plans for Conservation Permission after receiving structural input from a professional engineer. The architect should also submit a detailed structural investigation report (including pictures of the building’s exteriors and interiors), method statement and protection plan, that is prepared and endorsed by the engineer.
Submission Requirements
The submission requirements for development control are applicable for conserved buildings.
For Conserved Buildings, please also include the following in your submission:
Step-by-step Guide on Development Application via CORENET
We will issue the Conservation Permission to you.
Your architect should submit building plans to BCA and obtain Building Plan clearance from relevant technical departments. The architect should also obtain Building Plan approval from BCA. After which, you will receive from the BCA the permit to begin works.
For works that do not require BCA’s approval, click here.
Interim site inspections may be carried out by URA when necessary.
You should inform us when the works are completed so that you can obtain TOP/CSC Clearance.
Please submit an application to request for TOP/CSC site inspection of the conserved buildings electronically through CORENET.
TOP/CSC Clearance can only be granted if the building works are completed according to the Approved Plans.
Your application fee varies depending on the gross floor area, site area, application type and development type of your proposal.
Click to view fees for development application.
Development charge is the tax on the enhancement in land value resulting from the State approving a higher value development proposal.
A development charge, where applicable, will also be imposed on all new extensions and new floor areas, for example, roof mezzanines within the envelope of the conserved building.
However, you may be exempted from paying the development charge if:
The value of the development has been enhanced due to proposed use or use changes on the gross floor area for the conserved building or part thereof provided that the restoration work is carried out according to the approved plans and completed within a two year period from the date of Conservation Permission.
A car parking deficiency charge is payable by the developer if they are unable to provide the number of car park lots that are required by planning as part of their development.
All new extensions to conserved buildings are required to provide car parking spaces under the Parking Places Rules.
The car park deficiency charge for a conserved building is waived if:
This allows you to search the electronic repository for information on all planning decisions by URA from the year 2000 onwards. You may also download the decision notice.
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