Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore. Implements the Torrens system of land registration and defines requirements for instruments affecting land.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Regulates foreign ownership of residential properties in Singapore, defines foreign person status, and outlines approval requirements for foreign purchases of residential property.
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Governs transactions involving HDB (Housing Development Board) properties and land, including specific restrictions and requirements for public housing.
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Controls land use and development tHRough zoning requirements and development restrictions to ensure proper urban planning.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Sets out legal requirements for property transactions and establishes rules regarding contracts for sale of land in Singapore.
Stamp Duties Act: Governs various property-related taxes including Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD), Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD), and Basic Stamp Duty.
Real Estate Developers (Control and Licensing) Act: Regulates transactions involving newly developed properties and sets requirements for real estate developers.
Environmental Public Health Act: Establishes environmental requirements and restrictions that may affect land use and development.
Building Control Act: Sets building regulations and restrictions that must be considered in land transactions and development.
