Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): FouNDAtional legislation governing contractual relationships and civil matters in Singapore, providing the basic framework for lease agreements
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Regulates residential property ownership and transactions in Singapore, including restrictions on foreign ownership
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Controls the development and use of land and buildings, ensuring compliance with zoning and planning regulations
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Governs public housing (HDB) properties, including rules on ownership, rental, and family schemes
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Regulates property transactions and rights, including leases and interests in land
HDB Regulations: Specific rules for public housing including Minimum Occupation Period (MOP), subletting restrictions, and family scheme eligibility requirements
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines governing private property usage and rental restrictions
Stamp Duties Act: Governs the payment of stamp duties on lease agreements and other property documents
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act: Temporary provisions affecting tenancy agreements during the pandemic period
Common Law Principles: Established legal principles from case law affecting contract formation and interpretation
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in lease agreements
Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act: Governs the management of strata-titled properties and common property rights
