What changed this week for homeowners, project managers and contractors.
Short briefs from official Singapore sources, in plain English, with a link to every document. New briefs land overnight.
URA awards tender for Lorong Puntong site to Eco World
The Urban Redevelopment Authority has awarded the tender for the Lorong Puntong site to Eco World Development. The site was offered for sale on a 99-year lease term.
URA closes tender for Lorong Puntong site
The Urban Redevelopment Authority closed the tender for the Lorong Puntong / Sin Ming Avenue site on 15 September 2026. A decision on the award will be announced after evaluation.
BCA partners with Google to map family-friendly building features
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has partnered with Google Maps to provide information on family- and wheelchair-friendly features in over 600 buildings across Singapore. The initiative aims to improve accessibility for seniors, persons with disabilities, and families.
Two New PBD Sites to Launch in 2026-2027
The Government has announced two new Purpose-Built Dormitory (PBD) sites to be launched in 2026-2027. These sites will add around 23,100 beds to the market.
HDB and BCA coordinate tactile tile standards for safety
HDB and BCA have coordinated to ensure tactile tiles are safe and accessible. Agencies review best practices for different environments.
BCA to pilot Resourcing Evaluation Guide for public sector tenders
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) will pilot a Resourcing Evaluation Guide (REG) for public sector construction-related consultancy service tenders. The guide aims to improve quality-based procurement by ensuring fair resourcing and fee evaluation.
URA awards tender for New Upper Changi Road site
The Urban Redevelopment Authority has awarded the tender for the New Upper Changi Road site to United Venture Development (Daisy) Pte Ltd and CL Sapphire Pte Ltd. The site was offered for sale on a 99-year lease term.
URA awards Berlayar Drive site to Intrepid and GuocoLand
The Urban Redevelopment Authority has awarded the Berlayar Drive site to Intrepid Investments Pte. Ltd. and GuocoLand (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. The site was offered for sale on a 99-year lease term.
URA awards tender for Chitty Road and Veerasamy Road site
The Urban Redevelopment Authority has awarded the tender for the Chitty Road and Veerasamy Road site to YK Land Pte Ltd. The site was launched for tender on 5 March 2026 and closed on 28 July 2026.
URA closes tender for New Upper Changi Road site
The Urban Redevelopment Authority closed the tender for the New Upper Changi Road site on 1 September 2026. A decision on the award will be announced after evaluation.
URA releases two sale sites for 2H2026 GLS Programme
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has released two residential sites for sale under the 2H2026 Government Land Sales Programme. The sites can yield about 390 and 110 residential units.
URA updates Community/Sports Facilities Scheme guidelines
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has updated the Community/Sports Facilities Scheme guidelines, effective from 21 August 2026. The changes include the cessation of support for new childcare centres and formalisation of arts uses.
URA releases Last-mile Delivery Guide for Developments
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has released a guide to improve delivery experiences in developments. The guide outlines design and operational practices for developers and building owners.
New QS Workgroup Recommendations to Boost Quantity Surveying Profession
The Quantity Surveyors (QS) Workgroup has released recommendations to attract talent, develop and retain professionals, and enhance the business sustainability of Quantity Surveying firms. These initiatives aim to support the transformation of Singapore's built environment sector.
Minister Announces $112m for RIE2030 to Boost Built Environment Innovation
Minister Chee Hong Tat announced an additional $112 million over five years for the RIE2030 programme to support innovation in Singapore's built environment. The funding aims to develop practical solutions for safer, smarter, and greener construction.
Civils.ai wins APAC Pitch Day at Construction Startup Competition
Civils.ai has been crowned Gold Winner of the inaugural APAC Pitch Day of the Construction Startup Competition. The competition highlights Singapore's growing role in ConTech innovation.
BCA Launches Green Mark v7 and Site Supervision Accreditation Scheme
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has launched Green Mark v7 and a new Site Supervision Firm Accreditation Scheme to enhance sustainability and quality in the construction sector.
Singapore to boost BE productivity with new tech initiatives
Singapore is introducing new measures to enhance productivity in the construction sector through technology and innovation. These include a new robotics leasing scheme and a virtual inspection process.
BCA to pilot resourcing guide for public sector tenders
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) will pilot a new Resourcing Evaluation Guide (REG) for public sector construction consultancy tenders starting in Q4 2026. The guide aims to improve transparency in tender assessments by requiring detailed manpower resourcing breakdowns.