Industry Lingo: Reconstruction
Reconstruction is defined as a proposal to replace a substantial part of a landed house by construction exceeding more than 50% in any of …
Industry Lingo: Additions & Alterations (A&A)
A&A refers to Additions and Alterations. A&A works refers to minor works done to any property type, whether commercial, residential or …
Industry Lingo: Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. Planning Permission must be…
Industry Lingo: Fire Safety & Shelter Department (FSSD)
Merged with the Central Enforcement Department (CED) in April 2020, the Fire Safety and Shelter Department (FSSD) comes under the umbrella…
Industry Lingo: Who is a Resident Technical Officer (RTO)?
The Resident Technical Officer (RTO) is a civil or structural engineering trained individual who ensures that there is…
Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) vs Temporary Fire Permit (TFP)
A Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) is required under the Fire Safety Act for all premises when a person wishes to change the design and layout…