Residential Property Act: Primary legislation governing residential property ownership and transactions in Singapore, including restrictions on foreign ownership
Planning Act: Controls land use and development in Singapore, ensuring properties are used in accordance with approved purposes
Housing and Development Act: Governs public housing (HDB flats) in Singapore, including rental regulations and restrictions
Civil Law Act: Provides fundamental legal framework for contracts and civil matters in Singapore
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Regulates property transactions and rights associated with property ownership
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020: Temporary provisions affecting property rentals during pandemic period, including relief measures
Fire Safety Act: Establishes safety requirements for residential properties, which must be maintained during tenancy
Building Control Act: Regulates building works and ensures structural safety of properties
Control of Rent Act: Historical legislation that may still influence certain aspects of rental arrangements
HDB Rental Regulations: Specific rules for HDB properties including minimum rental period (3 months), occupant quotas, and registration requirements
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines specifying minimum rental period (3 months) for private properties and usage rules
Stamp Duty Requirements: mandatory tax obligations for tenancy agreements that must be paid within 14 days of execution
Security Deposit Framework: Common law and customary practices regarding security deposit collection, holding, and return
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory and customary requirements for termination notices in residential tenancies
