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Apply for Planning Permission

Planning permission is required for development and building works including changing the use of premises.

To apply for a planning permission, please access our eServices or learn more about other applications below. 

Some proposals can be registered under Plan Lodgement and an instant approval can be obtained.

Other proposals do not require a planning permission from URA. See Exemption List and authorised works as follows:

  1. Erection of covered walkways or linkways at 1st storey to be built by Statutory Boards or Town Councils. (Please refer to circular to relevant Statutory Boards/Town Councils dated 1 Dec 2014)
  2. Erection of new structures, or renewal of Temporary Permission for existing structures on land leased from SLA, JTC or HDB, provided the works are in compliance with the lease conditions. (Please refer to Appendix 1 of circular dated 15 May 2017)
  3. Change of use of existing building or renewal of Temporary Permission for existing uses on land leased from SLA provided the uses are in accordance with the lease conditions. (Please refer to Appendix 2 of circular dated 15 May 2017)
  4. Change of use in HDB commercial premises. (Please refer to circular dated 23 Feb 2011)
  5. Installation of monopoles

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