Planning Act (Chapter 232): Primary legislation governing the development and use of land and buildings in Singapore, ensuring compliance with zoning and property usage regulations
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Regulates public housing matters and HDB properties, including rental restrictions and requirements for HDB flats
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Controls the purchase, ownership, and rental of residential properties by foreign persons in Singapore
Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (Chapter 30C): Governs the maintenance of buildings and common property management, affecting tenant and landlord responsibilities
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020: Temporary legislation providing relief measures for tenancy agreements during COVID-19 period, may still have relevant provisions
Fire Safety Act (Chapter 109A): Establishes fire safety requirements and standards that both landlords and tenants must comply with
Environmental Public Health Act (Chapter 95): Sets standards for maintaining environmental health and cleanliness in residential properties
Control of Rent Act: Historical legislation that may still influence current tenancy law practices and interpretations
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Governs property transactions and legal rights of property owners and tenants
Estate Agents Act 2010: Regulates real estate agents and their conduct in rental transactions
Landlord Obligations: Legal requirements including property maintenance, fire safety compliance, building code adherence, and insurance obligations
Tenant Rights: Fundamental rights including quiet enjoyment, access to essential services, proper notice periods, and security deposit protection
mandatory Provisions: Required elements in tenancy agreements including minimum lease periods, maximum occupancy rules, registration requirements, and stamp duty obligations
Rental Restrictions: Limitations on sub-letting, property usage, foreign tenant requirements, and specific HDB rules where applicable
