- FAQ on Rental of State Land and Buildings
- FAQ on Temporary Occupation Licences
- FAQ on Land Maintenance
- FAQ on Short-term Uses of State Land and Feedback on Transport-related Public Facilities
- FAQ on Sales of Remnant Land
- FAQ on Change of Land Use
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State-owned properties are let out to the public by way of public tender or direct rental through our agents.
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State properties are available to both private individuals and organisations.
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Some of the properties available for rent or tender are Black & White bungalows, bungalows, semi-detached houses, terraces, apartments, shops, offices, factories, warehouses, schools, etc. They can be used for residential, commercial, industrial and institutional purposes.
For a list of properties available for rental with their approved uses indicated, please visit our e-marketing website, State Property Information Online (SPIO).
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Yes, you can submit an online request through SPIO to arrange for a site-showround of the desired property(ies).
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For public tender properties, a site-showround will be conducted for each property. Prospective bidders are strongly encouraged to include their consultants to inspect the property on the appointed day and time of the site-showround as indicated in the Tender Document.
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No, subletting is not allowed without approval from the SLA in writing. Tenants must state the reasons for subletting.
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The 'guide rental' in a tender document acts only as an indication of the market rental that the property can fetch under prevailing market conditions. Prospective bidders are advised to bid according to their own assessment of the market rental they are able and willing to pay.
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All rentals or fees must be fully paid prior to renewal of Tenancy Agreement or a Temporary Occupational Licence.
We require the following to be submitted upon application:
- processing fee of ($157.50)
- security deposit (usually by a Banker's Guarantee)
- fire insurance policy (for buildings only)
- stamp duty (amount based on rental amount and TA period). Details of computation can be found at the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore website.
- two sets of the TA duly endorsed by the tenant
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- Security deposit equivalent to 3 months' rental (excluding GST) in cash, cashier's order, money order, cheque or banker's guarantee (subject to SLA's approval).
- Fire insurance policy with the sum insured as stated in the Tender Document for the initial period of the tenancy. The quantum of the coverage is subject to revision at each tenancy renewal, if any.
- GST payment of the first month's rent either in cash, cashier's order, money order, cheque or direct banking made in favour of the Commissioner of Lands.
- Stamp fee payable for the stamping of the tenancy agreement either in cash, cashier's order, money order or cheque made in favour of the Commissioner of Stamps.
- Registration of Companies Certificate as issued by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority.
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Upon signing the tenancy agreement with the State, SLA will forward the Tenant a copy of letter notifying the public authorities that the Tenant is a tenant of the State. The Tenant may then proceed to apply for utilities from relevant authorities.
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The tenant may liaise directly with the relevant authorities for a power load that is higher than the prescribed maximum load as advised by SP Power Grid Pte Ltd.
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No addition and alteration works should be undertaken without the prior written approval of the SLA and the relevant authorities. In the event that such addition and alteration works have been approved, the Tenant should engage competent professionals to submit plans, drawings and calculations to the relevant authorities for approval before proceeding with any addition and alteration works.
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The tenant is to apply to the SLA for the necessary submissions to be endorsed first before forwarding to the Development Control Division (URA) for formal planning permission as well as to other relevant authorities for approval before commencement of any works. Any unauthorised works or use prior to obtaining permission will be subject to enforcement action.
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Neither compensation nor costs will be paid to the Tenant if the tenancy is prematurely discontinued. However, reasonable notice will be served on the Tenant concerned on the termination of the tenancy. |
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A Temporary Occupation Licence (TOL) is a Licence issued by SLA for the temporary use of State land or for the purpose of the retention of minor encroachment from private properties onto State land.
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TOLs are issued for the temporary use of State land for the following purposes:
- Continued occupation by owners of properties already acquired by and reverted to the Government which are not required for immediate development.
- Continued occupation of land (e.g. garden, wall and fence etc) already vested or surrendered to the Government, pending implementation of road or drainage or any other public projects.
- Regularisation of minor encroachments on State land.
- Temporary use of State land for worksites, site offices, concrete batching plants, storage, outdoor refreshment areas, etc..
- Construction of temporary access roads, outlet drains, gas pipes, sewer lines, etc. on State land.
- Use of air and subterranean space on State lands for overhead bridges,underpasses, etc..
- Construction of temporary structures on State foreshore.
- Use of State lands for sand and granite quarrying.
- Temporary car parks, open spaces, landscaping etc.
- Mini fairs, trade expositions, carnivals, etc. on State land.
- Location filming, soil investigations, religious celebrations, wayang stages, dinner sheds, etc. on State land.
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Yes. You must apply for a TOL which will be issued on nominal terms. The Licence will only be issued where the proposed road is intended and approved by Land Transport Authority as a public road. - Please click here for a copy of our application form. Please also note that should your application be approved, you may be required to pay for the TOL fee through Interbank Giro.
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- $15.05 inclusive of GST if purchased from our customer service counter at 26th storey
- $11.55 inclusive of GST (excluding an optional postage fee of $3.50) if purchased through INLIS (Integrated Land Information Services)
$157.50 for category A uses and $43.80 for category B uses, inclusive of GST.
- Examples of uses under Category A are advertisement signages, worksites, storage and sales events.
- Examples of uses under Category B are funeral wakes, location filming, religious events and weddings.
- (For a more detailed list of the uses under each category, please refer to section C of the application form.)
The amount of TOL fee payable will depend on factors such as usage, location, size of the TOL area, site condition and tenure.
Ranges from $150 for a 3-month TOL fee depending on the usage, size of the TOL area and other relevant factors on a case by case basis. However, the security deposit shall be forfeited if the licensee fails to comply with any of the TOL conditions.
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The security deposit lodged under the TOL will be refunded to your bank account or the cheque returned once the site has been reinstated to original condition to SLA's satisfaction.
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The standard rates can be found here. |
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TOL application form can be obtained from SLA's reception counter at the 26th Storey of 8 Shenton Way or you can click here for a copy of our application form. Please also note that should your application be approved, you may be required to pay for the TOL fee through Interbank Giro.
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Fill in the name/company of the proposed licensee. For a company/society/business, please fill in the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) number. Please note that TOL will be issued to a single party only. We do not accept joint applicants.
The Cadastral plan (site plan) can be purchased at our customer reception counter at 26th Storey, 8 Shenton Way, (at $15.05) or thru INLIS (at $11.55). (Please select 'Self Service Map Production System' from the 'Please click here to select service' pull-down menu.) Indicate clearly on the cadastral plan the location and the dimension of the proposed site. The plan submitted shall be up to A3 size.
If you are unable to provide the area required, you can leave the entry(ies) blank. Our officer(s) will contact you to confirm the area, upon the receipt of the application form and the necessary documents.
Tick the proposed usage. However, if the proposed usage is not listed, please tick under 'others' and describe.
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- Completed application form
- Cadastral plans for all uses
The Cadastral plan (site plan) can be purchased at our customer reception counter at 26th Storey, 8 Shenton Way, (for $15.05) or thru INLIS (for $11.55). (Please select 'Self Service Map Production System' from the 'Please click here to select service' pull-down menu.) The location and the dimension of the proposed site must be clearly indicated on the Cadastral plan. The plan submitted shall be up to A3 size.
- For company/society/business, please submit a copy of the ACRA certificate.
- Other Supporting documents for uses stated below:
- Advertisement Signages and Project Signboards
Detailed drawings and information of size of signages
Please note that to put up project signboards and/or signages, you may require an advertisement licence by Building and Construction Authority (BCA). As such, SLA will assist to forward the same application and all attached documents to BCA for their evaluation. BCA may liaise with you directly thereafter if required. For details on outdoor advertisements, please visit BCA's website at http://www.bca.gov.sg/Advertisers/advertisers.html.
- Worksites/showflats, storage & temporary accesses
A copy of the letter of contract/award. (Only the main contractor is eligible to apply for the TOL)
- Sales events/entertainment events & sports & recreational uses
Drawings to indicate the number and sizes of the booths, layout plan, rentals and usage of the booths.
- Religious functions/wayang and dinners
Supporting letter from the Adviser to grassroots organisation of the constituency.
- Payment for the non-refundable processing fee
Please submit the completed form and the necessary documents stated above to:
8 Shenton Way, #26-01
Singapore 068811
Attn: TOL Applications
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The TOL and the attached conditions are important documents. They help to establish that you are a legitimate user of the property. They should be produced on demand to any Collector of Land Revenue, the police or public officers discharging their duties. |
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Maintenance of trees, grass and other horticultural issues in public areas |
Parks Management Department National Parks Board
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Maintenance of roads, footpaths, street lightings and other street furniture |
Planning & Transportation Division Land Transport Authority
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Maintenance of drains and canals or
Cleanliness and hygiene in public areas or
Vectors (i.e. living things that carry diseases) e.g. rats, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, etc or
Noise, smell, air and other pollution |
National Environment Agency
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Pets, strays and cruelty to animals |
Centre For Animal Welfare and Control, Agri-food and Veterinary Authority
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1800-476 1600 (Voicemail activated after office hours) |
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6472 6157 |
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AVA_cawc@ava.gov.sg |
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General disturbances and nuisance |
Police
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Illegal parking of vehicles |
Traffic Police
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Safety of building/temporary structures and display of advertisement signs and banners |
Special Functions Division and Building Plan and Management Division Building and ConstructionAuthority (BCA)
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1800-221 9001 (During Office Hours)
Call Police for emergencies after office hours |
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6325 4800 |
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bca_enquiry@bca.gov.sg |
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Unauthorised use of HDB properties |
Housing & Development Board
HDB Housing Estate
see Annex A for contact information
Industrial Property Department
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1800-886 3077 |
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6490 4545 |
Commercial Properties Department
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1800-866 3073 |
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6397 2477 |
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Unauthorised use of non-HDB properties |
Development Control Division
Urban Redevelopment Authority
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Maintenance of HDB Estates |
Town Councils (TC)
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i) If you have feedback or would like to apply to use vacant State land for short-term uses, please contact the following agencies:
ii) If you want to give feedback on Transport-related Public Facilities, please contact the following agencies:
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