GUIDE TO BASIC

AUTHORITY
REQUIREMENTS

This Guide serves as a basic reference to provide our staff an understanding of Local Authority
requirements and submissions procedures. It gives an overview of the major regulations, submission
and approval procedures involved for carrying out building developments. It will discuss the
requirements in parallel with Design consideration.

This Guide should be read in conjunction with the current Act and Regulation as well as other
Circulars and Code of Practise. In the event where the Guide contradicts or differs with the current
guidelines, the latter shall take precedence and you shall approach your Team Leaders or Project
Directors for clarification.

While every endeavour is made to ensure that the information provided is correct, KYOOB
ARCHITECTS PTE LTD disclaim all liability for any changes or loss that may be caused as a result of
an error or omission in the Guide.

The contents of this Guide are subject to revision from time to time.

Date of issue : October 2012

Rev 01 : October 2013
Rev 02 : September 2018

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OUR APPROACH

At all time we are to exercise a high standard of professionalism in design with the confidence that the
building can be achieved.

“FOR THOSE WITH THE KNOWLEDGE NOT TO BE

COMPLACENT,
FOR THE NOVELS NOT TO BE IGNORANCE”

Seek out the exact clause in the code of practise or rules and regulation or contractual terms and
conditions to satisfy ourselves that it is indeed so… don’t take things at face value and 1don’t assume.
The question is not what is the answer but where can I look for it.

The challenge is to identify the problem and to resolve it immediately instead of leaving it to grow into
a nightmare…

“DO IT ONCE, DO IT RIGHT

AND NOT TO REPEAT MISTAKE”

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AUTHORITIY SUBMISSIONS

This chapter gives an overview of Architectural Submissions Procedures to key Authorities for
building development in Singapore. A schematic of the interdependence between the various aspects
of Authority Submissions and Technical Clearances is as shown.

DC stage BP stage CONSTRUCTION TOP and CSC

stage stage

URA Technical BCA Technical BCA / Technical

Departments Departments Departments

Apply for LTA (RT) Apply for Building LTA (VP) Pre and Post NEA’s CPBD
Provisional clearance (may Plan Submission clearance CCTV for sewer clearance – EH
Permission involves traffic (required Green line submission to requirements
impact mark and PUB by registered
assessment) buildability score CCTV contractor PUB clearance –
<2000 sq.m GFA) via online drainage, sanitary
submission and sewerage
LTA (VP) in CBPD clearance, (as built survey
Obtain Provisional principle approval environmental Letter box plan for drainage)
Permission (PP) for mechanical car health, pollution submission to
park for industrial SingPost NPARK inspection
building only, for CSC

Apply for Written NEA’s CBPD Obtain BP notice

Permission (WP) clearance for of approval (NOA) LTA (VP)
Environmental PUB clearance, inspection for
Health (EH) and internal drain. CSC
Pollution Control Sanitary/sewerag
(PC) e by M&E RI inspection

HS or SS
inspection

Obtain WP NPARKS
PUB clearance for clearance for Engr to subm all
internal drain, internal planting ST
IRAS for house / detention tank scheme. External as-build
unit number (if (equal or more 0.2 (BP) by C&S engr
any) (ha) site area) and Barrier submission
sewerage FSSD clearance, to BCA by engr
connection NA for landed
resid less than 4-
NPARKS storey Refer to TOP/CSC
clearance checklist

URA for HS or SS subm, if

development any to do prior to
name WP

There are expiry dates to some documents, read the fine print. The expiry date shall be recorded in
apex event and set reminder one month before the expiry.

6-months for RLP, DIP & SIP and PP

2-years for WP
1-year for TOP
3-months for FSC

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PREPARATION TOWARDS SUBMISSION

At this stage, the Client may or may not be the owner of the site yet. Do bear in mind that formal
submission to authority will require the actual land owner authorisation.

Prior to making authority submission, proper planning and obtaining precise information from the
Client is important.

Corenet registration will require the following Client’s particulars:-

 Company name
 Address
 Name of the Client or Client Representative
 Designation
 NRIC no.
 Email address
 Contact no.

Generally the following authorisation forms are required for initial submissions:-

 URA Authorisation Letter (https://www.ura.gov.sg/Corporate/Guidelines/Development-

Control/Planning-
Permission/~/link.aspx?_id=2FBC62DBAE604A1AA5AEAB2683B85A1E&_z=z)
 BCA Authorisation Letter – BCA-LU-APPQP01(download from corenet es-pro)
 NParks Authorisation Letter-NPARKS-0-DSC99 (download from corenet es-pro)
 FSSD Authorisation Letter (download from corenet es-pro)

The authorisation forms must be prepared early and adequate time given for the Client endorsement.
We should also inform the Client of the estimated fee payable in advance as follows. To calculate the
estimated fee, refer to Overall Estimated Authority Submission Fee Schedule.xls

 URA – online calculator (https://www.ura.gov.sg/edaxfWeb/fee/calcFee.jsp)

DFC Wavier Form A - $500/item (www.ura.gov.sg/forms/doc/DFC-FormA.doc)
Waiver- Fees are charged per category of conditions/guidelines reviewed.

 BCA – for Buildings (https://www.bca.gov.sg/StructuralPlan/asp_05.html)

SGFA - "Statistical gross floor area" is the aggregate of the floor areas of all the storeys,
including basements, in all of the buildings in a development.
Modification/Waiver – $100/item
 FSSD – for Buildings (https://www.scdf.gov.sg/home/fire-safety/plans-and-
consultations/plan-approval )
Waiver – (https://www.scdf.gov.sg/home/fire-safety/plans-and-consultations/waiver-
application)
New fire safety works $160/100m2 of SGFA
Amendment to approved fire safety works $90/storey
Waiver application $160/item
 LTA – for VP (https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltaweb/en/industry-matters/development-
and-building-and-construction-and-utility-works/vehicle-parking/e-payment-services.html)
Carparking processing fee $10/100m2 of GFA subjected to minimum of $120
Amendment submission fee (with increased GFA) – fee based on the additional areas
 NPARKS – depends on building types (https://www.nparks.gov.sg/partner-
us/development-plan-submission/application-fee)

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When advising the Client on the Fee Estimation, we shall qualify as follows: -

The above submission fee estimation is based on the general fee schedule published by the
authority. We will send you the acknowledgement slip of the submission together with the
authority’s advice on the actual amount once the submission is made *in 2 weeks . The fee
payment has to be made within the time stated in the advice or else the submission will be
rejected. You are therefore advised to make the payment promptly.

* please advise advance on the time for submission

**Refer to overall estimated authority submission fee schedule for fee calculation.

Any consultation with the authority must be recorded. If there is no consultation advice, an email
must be sent from our office to record the discussion.

All the authority requirements considered during the design stage must be verified. Refer to Guide to
Design Requirements “Designer shall indicate all authority considerations in the design drawings.”

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URA SUBMISSION

1. In general, Architects are involved extensively in the Development Control stage for
compliance and submission to various technical departments. The submission to the technical
departments and URA can be carried out in parallel and independently.

Nonetheless, pre-consultation to technical departments may be necessary prior to submission

to URA. For example,

 For different sizeable development, traffic impact assessment (Refer to TIA guidelines)
must be carried out and LTA road & transport clearance has to be obtained as pre-
condition for issuance of WP.

 Development with mechanical car park has to obtain LTA VP in principle approval prior to
submission to URA for provisional permission.

 NEA’s CPBD approval must be obtained for Dormitory proposal prior to issuance of WP.

 For proposal with integration of drainage reserve, PUB drainage clearance must be
obtained prior to issuance of WP.

2. Timing for submission to URA and DC Charge

 For proposed developments that are liable for Development Charges, timing for
obtaining URA provisional permission is critical as the DC rate will be adjusted half
yearly on 1st March and 1st September.

 Our estimation of DC is based on information available from past Master Plans. Client
should be advised to apply to URA for the development baseline for accurate
computation of the DC payable.

 It is important to apply for GFA verification for strata sale project once PP is submitted
so as to make sure that GFA will not be an issue later on.

3. Development Application guidelines

(https://www.ura.gov.sg/Corporate/Guidelines/Development-Control/Planning-
Permission/using-CORENET-eSS)

For the issuance of planning permission, the development proposal will have to comply with
planning requirements, such as use quantum, storey/building height, setbacks, buffer
requirement, site coverage, communal open space, plot ratio, vehicular access, plot
configuration, land/building subdivision. The checklist shall be read prior to the preparation of
the submission plans.

The Development Control Submission Checklist serves only as a guide for Qualified
Persons (QPs) to ensure that the planning submission requirements are complied with. There
is no need for QPs to submit this checklist to Development Control Group, URA.

Reference to the planning requirements could be obtained from the Handbook on Parameters
for residential and Non-residential development.

Section II highlights the common planning requirements which are to be complied in a DC

submission. If any of the requirements cannot be complied with, the QPs must list down the
deviations in Annex 1; and attach it to the application form.

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SECTION I - SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please tick accordingly

Nos Items Remarks
Complied Not
With Applicable

1 Road Line & Drainage Interpretation plans.

To declare and endorse on the proposal plans that the

Road reserve lines and Drainage reserve lines as
indicated on plans are in accordance with respective
interpretation plans

2 Do not show the detailed technical information and

codes of practice notes of other government agencies
like the NEA, NParks, FSSD & LTA on the DC plans (For
details, please refer to Circular No: URA/PB/2008/10-
DCD dated 5 May 08)

3 Fees

The required processing fees is to be paid electronically

within 72 hours from the date and time of URA’s
acknowledgement. No cheque payments will be
accepted.

4 Owner's/owners' consent

- To declare the owner's or owners' consent for the

development application and append the
endorsement on owner's consent to all CAD
drawings.

- To furnish scanned copy of authorization letter from

applicant.

5 Land Title Declaration

- To furnish scanned copy of Land Title Declaration
Form
(Soft copy can be downloaded from our website for your
submission)

6 The site boundary and all plot boundary are verged red
and with dimensions & plot areas indicated on plans.

7 Proposed plot ratio, equivalent plot ratio & gross floor

area are indicated on forms/and plans.

8 All boundary and building setbacks (front, side &

rear/upper storey rear) are indicated on plans.

9 All building plots, communal open space & parcels of

land for vesting such as road widening, drainage
reserve, electric substation, septic tank, etc are shown
as separate plots on plans. Please ensure separate plot
is assigned to drainage reserve only when vesting is at
CSC stage, otherwise, no separate plot is needed.

10 All plot areas, widths & depths are indicated on the site
plan and with a legend for two or more plots.

11 Site coverage is indicated on forms and/or plans.

12 Details of each building/types of building, number of

storeys, the scale used and the highest height in

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 metres AMSL are indicated on plan.

13 Communal open space indicated on forms and/ or Applicable to strata landed

plans. development only

14 Existing land profile indicated & highlighted in colour. For all cross-section and
Proposed land profile indicated. (Where the proposed elevations
land profile is the same as the existing land profile, it
should also be annotated on plan.

15 Existing ground levels for the subject site and adjoining

sites immediately across the common boundaries &
proposed platform levels indicated on site plans and 1st
storey plans.

16 Proposal site on undulating grounds is accompanied by

Topography Plan.

17 Details of fencing shown on the submission plans.

18 Retaining walls if any, are shown on the submission

plans.

19 Topographical plans with contours extending to a width

of one metre beyond the side of development fronting
the water course, including spot levels of drainage
reserve land up to the edge of the bank.

20 Typical cross-sections showing the proposed Applicable to proposals

development of the area between the site and the affected by waterbodies
drainage reserve or coastal area, including the existing
and proposed ground levels.

21 Clearance from Drainage Department, ENV for

integration of linear body as part of the
development/modification of the edge profile of the linear
body is attached.

22 Engineer's certification on the slope is attached.

23 The project title is suitably appended to reflect more

accurately the nature of the submission and highlight the
predominant use only.

24 Buffer requirements are indicated on plans. *Refer to Buffer Standards

25 The tenure of land is indicated on plans.

26 North point to face upwards on plan.

27 2m wide planting strip along the boundary indicated on Except for landed housing
plans. developments & periphery of
industrial developments

28 Access arrangement indicated on plans requirements.

29 A massing model of scale 1:500 Applicable to URA Sales

Projects except for industrial &
warehouse developments

30 Building Finishes for developments within Central Area

and selected sites outside Central Area as required in
the Sales Technical Condition

Air-conditioning ledges and air conditioning condensers, Applicable to landed housing

31
if any, are shown on the submission plans. developments only

32 Computation of the percentage of balcony perimeter Applicable only to

opening flats/condominium and hotel

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 developments as well as the
residential component of
mixed use developments

33 Details of balcony screen design & retracting system Applicable only to

shown on submission plans flats/condominium and hotel
developments as well as the
residential component of
mixed use developments

34 Infocomm Development Authority's (IDA) endorsement Applicable only to proposals

involving the setting up of
mobile communications
monopoles.

35 Professional Engineer (PE) certification to confirm that Applicable only to Additions &
existing structures to be retained are structurally sound, Alterations and
can accommodate the new works proposed, and that Reconstruction of landed
appropriate construction methods will be used to ensure housing proposals that are
that they will not be damaged. proposing to retain existing
structures that do not comply
You can download the PE Certification template for your with prevailing development
submission. control guidelines.

36 LTA’s in-principle clearance letter if mechanised car Applicable to proposals with

parking systems are proposed mechanised car parking
system.

SECTION II - PLANNING REQUIREMENTS

Please tick accordingly

Nos Items Remarks
Complied Not
With Applicable

1 The subject site has a legal right of way or direct access All sites must have vehicular
from public road. access.

2 Access arrangement conforms with Land Transport

Authority's requirements.

3 Conformity with car parking requirements.

4 Conformity with Good Class Bungalow Area guidelines.

5 Conformity with Geylang Urban Design guidelines.

6 Conformity with the MP 2003’s landuse

7 Conformity with the DGP's building height

8 Conformity with the MP 2003's plot ratio

9 Width of structural fins within setback distance - 0.5m

(max)

10 Building and ancillary structures have complied with the

required setback

11 Basement has complied with the required setback

12 Number of allowable units has been complied with Applicable to strata landed
development only

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13 Road buffer (green and physical) has been complied
with

14 Site coverage has been complied with

15 Communal open space provision has been complied Applicable to strata landed
with development only

16 Boundary wall height has been complied with the 1.8m

(max)

17 Retaining wall height has been complied with the 1m(max) applicable to landed
1m/1.5m (max) housing developments;
1.5m(max) applicable to non-
landed housing developments

18 Retaining cum boundary wall height meets the 2.8m

(max)

19 Fencing & retaining wall have met the waterbodies Applicable to proposals
requirement affected by waterbodies

20 Earthworks comply with guidelines Applicable only to residential

development

21 Floor to floor height is within the requirement

22 Basement guidelines have been complied with

23 Balconies comply with the continuous perimeter opening Applicable only to

of 40% (min.) flats/condominium and hotel
developments as well as the
residential component of
mixed use developments

24 Balcony screens comply with the performance criteria of: Applicable only to
flats/condominium and hotel
developments as well as the
i. allowing natural ventilation in the balconies at
residential component of
all times;
mixed use developments
and
ii. being able to be drawn open or retracted fully

25 Private Enclosed Space (PES)

a. Protection / covering is provided in

accordance to either the objective-based
guidelines or the prescriptive guidelines (i.e.
min 2m covering)
b. Height of enclosure fencing is 1m (max)

26 Provision of 2.0m planting strip has been complied with Except for landed housing
development & periphery of
industrial development

27 Covered Walkway

(a) Soffit height is in order

(b) Width of walkway complied with the controls

28 Prayer quantum has exceeded the 50% of the total GFA Applicable only to religious
development

29 Attic guidelines have been complied with

30 Industry/warehouse quantum (GFA) mix is more the Applicable to industrial/ware-

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 60% of total gross floor area house building

31 Development Plot Applicable to landed housing

development
(a) Size (min) has been complied with
(b) Width (min) has been complied with
(c) Depth (min) has been complied with (for GCBA
only)

32 The provision of open space (m2) has been complied Applicable to landed housing
with

33 Combined frontage width of guardhouse, bin center and Applicable if structure abuts
meter compartment is in order the boundary

34 The following information are provided: For application with worker’s

(a) Nature of the factory operations (for factory dormitory
developments with ancillary worker’s dormitory)
(b) Estimated number of workers to reside in the
dormitory
(c) Whether the workers are locals or foreigners; and
the nationality of foreign workers
(d) Whether the workers are skilled, semi-skilled or
unskilled

ANNEX 1 LIST OF DEVIATIONS

Proposal

Parameters Reasons for

deviations
Remarks
Reference on
S/No Items plan (Sheet (to attach
No./ Grid) Proposed Requirements Deficiency supporting (For official
documents, use)
photos, etc., if
any)

4. Common Annotation for Plan Presentation

The followings are some common annotations to be indicated on drawings for planning
submission. There are listed here to serve as reference, please read to understand and use
them when required.

 Boundary wall – “New max. 1.8m high boundary wall”

 Common party wall – “No openings along common party wall”
 A/C ledges – Indicate the width of ac ledges
 A/C ledges – “No access except for maintenance only”
 RC ledges – “All RC ledges shall not be converted to any other uses without prior
approval from the Competent Authority”
 Flat roof / metal roof – “No access except for maintenance only”

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 Open Roof Terrace – “No structure allowed on the roof terrace without prior approval from
Competent Authority” and/or “Not to be enclosed or roofed over without prior approval
from Competent Authority”
 Guard House – indicate height of guardhouse
 Bin Centre – indicate height of bin centre
 To indicate “private” for areas/facilities, i.e. private roof terrace etc when it is strata for
individual owner and “communal” for common facilities, i.e. communal gym etc.

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BCA BUILDING PLAN (BP) SUBMISSION
(HTTPS://WWW.BCA.GOV.SG/PROFESSIONALS/BUILDINGCONTROL/BUILDING_CONTROL.HT
ML)

Building Plan submission to the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), after URA WP is obtained,
is to comply with the regulations imposed for building and structural safety.

For building with proposed GFA above 5000sqm required for BIM submission and proposed GFA
above 2000sqm, the building plan submission shall comprise green mark and buildable design which
involved other consultants, i.e. RETV calculation by M&E engrs, structural buildabiliy by C&S engrs.
Thus the preparation of the greenmark and buildable score shall commence right after URA WP
submission.

Other primary requirements are universal design, barrier free accessibility, ceiling height, staircase
design (tread and risers) and barrier design.

TOP INSPECTION CHECKLIST FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

(http://www.corenet.gov.sg/einfo/Uploads/Codes/RBCA00012.pdf)

The checklist may be intended for TOP but is useful as a reference for BP submission.

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

 The building must not be occupied before a TOP/CSC has been issued as provided for
under Section 21 of the Act.

 All site offices, stores, work sheds, hoarding and scaffoldings have been removed and the
site cleared of all construction materials and debris. (Store or storage space may be
allowed within the site for keeping materials during the maintenance period.)

 The boundary clearance, building setbacks and general layout are in accordance with the
plans approved by the Competent Authority.

 The height and configuration of retaining wall and boundary wall are in accordance with
the plans approved by the Competent Authority.

 All external works (entrance culvert, house drain, driveway, service road, road side-table,
entrance gate) have been completed.

 Landscape areas have been filled with earth and properly levelled.

 Floor and wall finishes, ceiling, doors and windows have been completed unless requested
by the buyer/house owner to leave certain portion incomplete. (The developer/owner has
to declare this arrangement/ intention at the time of TOP application)

 For partial TOP applications, all areas to which the application relates have been
satisfactorily separated from those areas under construction by means of robust
hoardings/fencing.

 For phased development or partial TOP cases, separate site access is provided for
remaining parts of the development project which are still under construction.

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2. CARPARKS

 Car park lots have been demarcated.

 Directional signs for traffic have been provided.

 Mechanical ventilation system for full basement carpark, where required, is fully
functional.

 Fume extract system for basement car park with natural ventilation, where required, is
fully functional.

 Exhaust points of basement mechanical ventilation extract systems are not facing
adjacent residential buildings.

3. COMMUNAL/ANCILLARY AREAS

 Common facilities/lift(s) have been completed and are fully functional.

 Each storey of apartment block has been numbered.

 Swimming pool has been filled with water or, if not filled with water, has been temporarily
barricaded.

 Finishes to corridors/lobbies/passageways have been completed.

 Gratings have been provided to surface drains at pedestrian approaches/vehicular

crossings.

 Gratings/railings have been provided to surface drains where depth exceeds 1000mm.

 All full height glass wall and unframed glass doors have been provided with suitable
markings or signs on the glazing.

4. STAIRCASES

 Openings or voids in any parapet, balustrade or railing are not greater than 100mm in
diameter.

 The width of the staircase is not less than 900mm.

 The height of risers is not more than 175mm.

 The width of treads is not less than 275mm. Industrial building not less than 250mm.

 The number of risers per flight does not exceed 18.

 The height of the parapet, balustrade or railing is not less than 900mm from the finished
floor level of the staircase landing; and 750mm from the pitch line of the staircase.

 One continuous handrail is provided to staircase with more than 5 risers.

 The clear headroom of staircase is not less than 2000mm.

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5. SAFETY PROVISIONS

 Protective railings or parapets are provided where drops exceed 1000mm.

 The height of protective railings/parapets/window sills is not less than 900mm.

 Where the height of window sill is less than 900mm, protective barriers have been
provided to make up the height to 900mm.

 The gaps in protective railings/parapets are not more than 100mm.

 Protective railings or barriers not less than 900mm in height have been provided at all full
height glass wall overlooking sunken areas, voids, air-wells, courtyards or external open
space with a drop of more than 1000mm.

 In lieu of protective railings or barriers, the full height glass walls have been designed to
take a horizontal or lateral loading in accordance with H3.3 of the Approved Document.

6. HEIGHT OF ROOMS

 The ceiling height of rooms and spaces shall not be less than 2.4m and the headroom be
not less than 2.0m in accordance with the Approved Document.

7. ROOF

 In semi-detached, terrace or linked houses, the roof is separate and independent of the
adjoining houses with the party wall extended above the roof covering.

8. NATURAL LIGHT/VENTILATION

 The aggregate openable area of the windows or ventilation openings for every room is
not less than 5% of the floor space. Windows or other openings providing natural lighting
is not less than 10% of the floor space as set out in the Approved Document.

9. ACCESSIBILITY/PROVISIONS FOR THE DISABLED

(In compliance with the Code on Barrier-Free Accessibility in Buildings)

 Parking lots for the wheel-chair bound are provided.

 Approach ramps and handrails are provided.

 Corridors or passageways are provided.

 Lift designated for the disabled is provided.

 Signages for the disabled are provided.

 Sanitary facilities are provided.

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LTA ROAD & TRANSPORT - DEVELOPMENT CONTROL SUBMISSIOM
(http://www.lta.gov.sg/content/dam/ltaweb/corp/Industry/files/Street_Works_Proposals_relatin
g_to_Devt_Works.pdf)

1. Introduction
The Qualified Person (QP) has to obtain LTA's clearance at Development Control (DC) stage
when the development proposals involve the following but not limited to:

 Construction of new street as defined in the Street Works Act.

 Alteration of an existing street including relocation/widening of existing access point(s) to
the development.
 Alteration of an existing street including street furniture and traffic marking/traffic signs
within the road reserve.
 Construction of new access point(s) to the development.
 Construction of road within the road widening plot set aside from the development.
 Development proposal that is affected by the line of road and tunnel reserve.
 Development that is located within the road structure safety zone.
 Developments that involve basement works

2. Key Areas to Evaluation for DC Clearance

The following areas are evaluated based on prevailing standards and when LTA processes
the submission of plans by the QP:

 suitability of the access points

 adequacy of a new road proposed
 extent of frontage improvement
 whether a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) is required
 adequacy of commuter facilities such as pedestrian overhead
 bridges, bus stops or bus-bays, taxi stands, etc.
 Street Works Proposal Relating to Development Works
 improvement needed to the current traffic scheme
 relocation of any street lights

3. Additional information
LTA would also evaluate whether a proposed development may affect an existing road or
road structure to safeguard the interest of the general public while the development is
undergoing construction.
Additional information would be requested if a development is –

 within the proximity of road structures

 affected by the road tunnel protection reserve
 involves excavation adjacent to the road reserve

Where necessary, LTA may request for a topographical survey plan and / or some
photographs of the site to evaluate the proposal.

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Appendix1-A

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLY WITH DURING DEVELOPMENT PLAN SUBMISSION

1. Road reserve line/s shall be indicated and the road reserve shall be flat for the provision of
tree-planting strip and paved pedestrian walkway, in accordance with LTA guidelines.

2. New structures of the subject development (including temporary earth retaining wall system to
support the basement excavation) shall not be located within the road reserve.

3. New location of affected lamp post shall be indicated in the Layout Plan.

4. For work activities that fall within the public street, including occupation of carriageway and
walkway, the contractor shall obtain a Road Opening Permit from the Road Infrastructure
Management Division of LTA before commencement of works on site.

5. For basement excavation works (where Zone of Influence encroaches within the road
reserve), the QP shall arrange to present to LTA on how the basement will be built and the
form of temporary works including protection measures for existing road before work
commences on site.

6. For new roads are to be constructed, Street Plans shall be submitted by a Professional
Engineer for approval under Section 18 of the Street Works Act (Chapter 320A) and the
requisite Banker’s Guarantee furnished by the Developer before Building Plan (Street Plan)
Clearance is issued by LTA.

7. The Developer shall submit a copy of the approved subdivision plan under Section 14(4) of
the Planning Act and a copy of the Certified Plan (CP) if land is required for construction of
new road / road widening / service road with the application for CSC Clearance.

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LTA VEHICLE PARKING – BUILDING PLAN SUBMISSION

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR VEHICLE PARKING PROVISION IN DEVELOPMENTS (2011)

(https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltaweb/en/industry-matters/development-and-building-and-
construction-and-utility-works/vehicle-parking.html)

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NEA’s CPBD - DEVELOPMENT CONTROL (DC) SUBMISSIOM
(https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/building-planning/overview )

1. At the Development Control (DC) stage, NEA's Central Building Plan Department (CBPD)
checks the plans submitted for compliance with Pollution Control (PC) and Environmental
Health (EH) requirements.

2. In general, QPs are required to consult and obtain DC clearance from CBPD for all
developments. QPs shall apply for Environmental Information (EI) from NEA prior to DC
application. CBPD will reject DC plans if QP has not applied for EI for the development site.

3. For Industrial development, QP/developer/owner shall obtain the Industrial Allocation (IA)
clearance from CBPD prior to DC submission.

4. Noise Impact Assessment (NIA) shall be carried out to assess the noise impact and
recommend appropriate mitigation measures if the residential development / hospital / old folk
home etc. within 70m from any expressways / major arterial roads.

5. QP consults CBPD on the preparation of layout plan of the proposed development and seeks
waivers if required upfront.

6. QP shall use the checklist (Checklist - General Requirements for plan submission) to check
their DC plans of the proposed development for compliance with NEA requirements before
submitting the plans to CBPD for clearance. QP submits the DC plans to CBPD (A signed
copy of the completed checklist needs to be attached). CBPD will check and clear the DC
plans. CBPD will issue plan clearance to QP. CBPD will process the application for DC within
7 working days. More processing time will be required for complex and non-compliance cases.

7. For infrastructure projects (e.g. MRT/road tunnels, roadworks, MRT/road viaducts, etc.), QPs
shall apply to CBPD for environmental information on building height constraint, health and
safety buffer, etc. prior to plan submissions.

Application of Environmental Information: -

(https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/building-planning/guidelines-for-building-plan-
submission/environmental-information)

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NEA’s CPBD - BUILDING PLAN (BP) SUBMISSION
(https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/building-planning/guidelines-for-building-plan-
submission/building-plan)

1. At the Building Plan (BP) stage, Qualified Persons (QPs) shall ensure that building plans of
the development and related building services such as solid waste and pollution control
systems are able to comply with environmental requirements stipulated in the relevant
Regulations and Codes of Practices. The codes of practices are:

 Code of practice on environmental health (2017 edition)

 Singapore Standard on Code of Practice for Pollution Control (SS593)

2. For a typical development, the QP shall prepare and submit to CBPD the following BPs :

Type of Plans Works Requirements

BP on Environmental a. Refuse storage and collection BP on EH is related to building design and shall be
Health (EH) system submitted and registered with CBPD before applying
b. Public toilet to BCA for BP approval.
c. Food Retail Outlet
d. Food Factory
e. Market
f. Swimming Pool

BP on Pollution Control a. Pollution Control Equipment BP on PC is related to building design and shall be
b. Wastewater treatment plant submitted and cleared with CBPD before applying to
c. Fuel Burning Equipment BCA for BP approval.
d. Storage of oils and chemicals
e. Incinerators

4. QP shall use the following procedure for the submission of BPs :

 QP consults CBPD on the preparation of plans and seeks waivers for deviations if
required upfront. QP may refer the waivers to the Waiver Committee for consideration.
For plans with deviations, QP shall obtain waivers in writing before submitting the plans
to CBPD for registration;
 QP submits plans with standard application forms to CBPU. These standard application
forms contain the latest endorsements on compliance with codes on environmental
health and pollution control. CBPD will process the BP on Pollution Control within 7
working days. More processing time will be required for complex and non-compliance
cases.

5. As for industrial developments which may have health & safety hazards and pollution impact,
CBPD will continue to clear and check plans on pollution control. QP shall continue to use the
checklist (Checklist of requirements of building plan on pollution control) to check the plans on
pollution control for compliance with NEA's requirements. The checklist need not be attached
to the plans.

6. For additions & alterations to existing conventional houses which are not affected by public
sewer or drainage reserves, QP shall continue to submit DPs directly to BCA under the
simplified plan submission scheme. QPs need not register the DPs separately with CBPU.
However, QPs shall endorse on plans that they comply fully with NEA's requirements.

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PUB - DEVELOPMENT CONTROL (DC) SUBMISSIOM

( https://www.pub.gov.sg/compliance/qualifiedpersonsportal/processflow)

Development Control submission can be made to PUB with the PUB-DCCLR form. Once "No
Objection" is given for Sanitary, Sewerage and Drainage, a clearance certificate will be issued.

At DC stage, PUB checks layouts of developments for compliance with the following requirements:

 All developments should comply with the minimum setback distance between any
buildings / structure and the sewer, as specified in clause 1.2.3 of Code of Practice on
Sewerage and Sanitary Works

 Buildings/structures do not encroach into public sewers/pumping mains/drainage

reserves/common drain;

 Platform level of the development is raised above the minimum platform level for effectual
land drainage;

 land is set aside for the provision of sewage treatment plants in areas where public sewer
is not available; and

 adequate building setbacks are provided between MRT above ground tracks/factories
and residential buildings;

 minimum crest level for the underground linkage to MRT station/ underground linkage to
development having underground linkage
to the MRT station.

For proposals involving structures overcrossing waterbodies with Drainage Reserve at least 17.5m
wide, QP shall seek clearance from the Secretary, Waterbodies Design Panel c/o URA.

QPs shall apply to PUB for SIP/DIP for information on sewerage, drainage and water information.
Thereafter, the QP shall submit their proposal to PUB – Drainage and Sewerage for clearance

More information for request for services plans (SIP, DIP and WSP) as link below :-
(https://www.pub.gov.sg/compliance/qualifiedpersonsportal/eservices/requestforservicesplans)

 COP on Sewerage and Sanitary Works; and

 COP on Surface Water Drainage.

PUB – DETAIL PLAN (DP) SUBMISSIOM

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Detailed Plan submission can be made to PUB with the PUB-DPCLR form for relevant scope of work
such as:

 Works Affecting Sanitary

 Used Water Pumping System (M&E)
 Works Affecting Sewer
 RC Trench
 Works Affecting Minor Drainage
 Works Affecting Other Drainage

Clearance Certificates will be issued for each scope of work and works may begin on site thereafter.

At detailed plan stage, QP shall prepare detailed plans (DP) of buildings works as well as related
building services such as solid waste, sewerage and surface water drainage systems to comply with
environmental requirements stipulated in the codes of practices and relevant regulations

Type of Plans Works Requirements

DP on Sewerage / Sanitary a. Internal sanitary plumbing and These are detailed plans on sanitary/sewerage
Works drainage system services which do not affect building design and will
b. M&E equipment for sewerage be registered separately with CBPU independent of
installations BCA's BP approval process.
c. Minor sewer
d. STP if public sewer is not
For further details on Work Procedures and
available
Requirements for Carrying Out Sewerage and
Sanitary Works.
DP on Drainage a. Internal surface water drainage These are detailed plans on surface water drainage
system systems which do not affect building design and will
b. Pumped drainage system for be registered separately with CBPU independent of
basements BCA's BP approval process. QPs shall pre-consult
c. Culverts the Drainage Department on the sizing of the
d. Road Side Drains entrance culvert/roadside drains before submitting
e. Retaining wall in the vicinity of the detailed plans to CBPU for registration.
public drains. (For procedures on
submission of retaining walls,

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NPARKS - DEVELOPMENT CONTROL SUBMISSIOM
(https://www.nparks.gov.sg/partner-us/development-plan-submission)

The Qualified Person (QP) has to submit development plan for NParks’ assessment and approval at
Development Control (DC), Building Plan (BP) and Certification of Statutory Completion (CSC) stage

DC Approval

 Providing new or affecting existing requisite planting areas, such as green buffers and
peripheral planting verge, within the development site.
 Affecting existing requisite planting areas, such as green buffers and peripheral planting
verges, which are within adjacent sites to your development.
 Removing trees (above 1.0m girth) within a Tree Conservation Area or vacant land.
 Affecting roadside trees due to proposed entrances or boundary walls.
 Affecting Heritage Road green buffers.
 Providing an open space as part of a landed housing development, or any other development
as stipulated by URA.
 Proposing new or relocating existing pedestrian overhead bridge, second level link bridge or
underground linkage.

BP Approval

There are two different types of BP application to NParks: BP for Internal work- BP (Internal) and BP
for external work -BP (external). Generally, BP (internal) application is for NParks’ approval for
requirements within the development site, whereas BP (external) application is for NParks’
requirements outside of the development site, usually along the roadside.

BP (Internal)

 Planting scheme for the requisite planting areas such as green buffers, peripheral planting
verges and open air parking planting areas.
 Conservation of trees (above 1.0m girth) within a Tree Conservation Area or vacant land.
 Technical requirements and planting scheme for open space, which is provided as part of a
landed housing development or any other development as stipulated by URA.

BP (External)-submission by C&S PE

 Providing new or affecting existing roadside green verges.

 Proposing new or removing existing roadside greenery, including trees and shrubs, which are
under NParks’ management.
 Affecting Heritage Road green buffer.
 Proposing new or relocating existing pedestrian overhead bridge, or any other infrastructure,
which requires the provision of irrigation system to be handed over for NParks’ management.

Guidelines on Greenery Provision and Tree Conservation for Developments.

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(https://www.nparks.gov.sg/partner-us/development-plan-submission/guidelines-on-greenery-
provision-and-tree-conservation-for-developments)

 Conservation of Tress/ Plants

 Greenery Provision within Premises
 Greenery Provision of Roadside
 Planting Specifications of Trees/Palms/Shrubs/Hedges/Turf
 Open Space for Landed Housing Developments
 Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC)
 Submission Procedure
 Self-Declaration Scheme

Checklist for DC and BP Submission download from corenet ES-Pro

 Form NPARKS-0-DCS02
 Form NPARKS-0-BPS02

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FIRE SAFETY AND SHELTER DEPARTMRNT (FSSD) - BUILDING PLAN SUBMISSION
(https://www.scdf.gov.sg/home/fire-safety/plans-and-consultations) – For Plans & Consultation
(https://www.scdf.gov.sg/home/fire-safety/downloads/acts-codes-regulations) – Act, Codes &
Regulations

The following are required for the different types of plan submission:

 Building Plans (By Registered Architects)

 Air Conditioning & Mechanical Ventilation Plan (By Professional Engineer)
 Fire Protection Plan (By Professional Engineer)
 Change of Use (By Registered Architects)

Checklist for BP Submissions

S/N ITEMS COMPLIANCE

Yes No NA
LOCATION PLANS
1 The following items shall be clearly identified and shown in distinct colours :-
* a. The coloured location of the lot relative to neighboring lots
* b. The various roads constituting the access layout to the lot
SITE PLANS
2 The following items shall be clearly identified and shown in distinct colours :-
* a. The means of access to the site and to the perimeter of each building for
fire fighting vehicles and equipment
* b. Distances between each building or fire safety works and the relevant lot
boundaries, other proposed or existing buildings or installations on the
site
* c. The location of existing and proposed internal fire-hydrants on the site
* d. Any other feature on or in the vicinity of the site which is likely to be a fire
hazard or is likely to cause obstruction to fire fighting vehicles and
equipment and rescue operations
FLOOR/ROOF PLANS
3 The following shall be indicated clearly on floor/roof plans: -
a. Indicate clearly waiver approved location and quote the waiver reference
number
* b. Indicate the locations of all existing and proposed fire lifts, fire lift lobbies,
the Fire Command Centre, fire pumps, water tank rooms and generator
rooms
* c. Indicate the proposed or existing use of every part
d. Indicate the floor area of each room
* e. Indicate the design occupant load and exit capacity for each storey and
roof
* f. Show details of all means of escape such as exit doors, corridors,
passageways, aisles, gangways, balconies, lobbies, ramps, exit
passageways, escape and fire fighting staircases and areas of refuge
g. Highlight the remotest points in relation to the exits and the travel
distances
h. Indicate all dead end corridors
* i. Show the details of all openings and voids penetrating floors including
their usages, dimensions and the nature and arrangement of enclosing
walls and barricades
* j. Highlight all compartment walls and state the fire resistance ratings of all
elements of structure, fire doors, shutters, dampers and other fire safety
measures
k. Indicate all exit sign locations
* l. Indicate the locations of all areas designated for the storage of
flammable liquids or gases, boiler rooms, transformer rooms and any
other area of special risk
* m. Indicate the types and extent of provision of fire detection and alarm
systems and voice communications systems
* n. Indicate the types and ratings of all proposed or existing portable fire
extinguishers and their locations

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 o. Indicate positions of breeching inlets, wet/dry riser outlets & hydraulic
hose reels
* p. Indicate the areas protected by various types of fire protection systems,
e.g. sprinkler system, gaseous fire suppression system, auto/manual fire
alarm system etc.
* q. Indicate the type and extent of provision of smoke control and ventilation
systems and their related air or smoke shafts
r. Shade conceal space (ceiling/raised floor) and indicate mode of fire
protection for the space

S/N ITEMS COMPLIANCE

Yes No NA
SECTION PLANS
4 The following shall be indicated clearly on section plans: -
* a. Show the full height of each storey and the depth of ceiling space,
including their dimensions
* b. Show details of all openings and voids penetrating floors including their
dimensions, usages and heights of enclosing walls and barricades
* c. Show details of the junctions between the roof and any compartment
walls
* d. Indicate the dimensions of openings in external walls
* e. Indicate the types of materials used in and the thickness of all walls,
floors, roofs, ceilings, beams and other related parts of the building
f. Highlight all separating walls
* g. Indicate the clear distances of the external walls from the fire fighting
vehicles and equipment access, lot boundary, adjacent buildings and
other structures
* h. Indicate the clear heights of all structures or projections directly above
the access
* i. Show enlarged details of curtain walling at the junction with the typical
floor slab to show the provision of fire stopping or fire cavity barrier
ELEVATION PLANS
5 The following shall be indicated clearly on elevation plans: -
a. Indicate all floor heights and habitable heights
b. Indicate all opening sizes and materials used
* c. Show the fireman access panels on the external walls and claddings
* d. Indicate the clear distance of the external wall from the fire fighting
vehicles and equipment access, lot boundary, adjacent buildings and
other structure
e. Indicate level of fire engine access road/ accessway

* requirements stipulated in the Fire Safety Regulations

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