Planning Act (Chapter 232): Primary legislation governing land use and property development in Singapore, which affects how rooms can be used and licensed
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Regulates public housing in Singapore, particularly relevant if the room is in an HDB property
Building Control Act (Chapter 29): Sets standards for building safety and maintenance that must be reflected in room licensing terms
Fire Safety Act (Chapter 109A): Establishes fire safety requirements that must be adhered to in residential properties
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020: Temporary legislation that may affect room rental arrangements during pandemic conditions
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Governs the ownership and use of residential properties in Singapore
Housing Developers (Control and Licensing) Act (Chapter 130): Regulates housing development and may affect room rental in newer properties
Private Residential Tenancy Regulations: Specific regulations governing private residential tenancies and room rentals
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines specifying rules for room rental and occupancy
HDB Rules and Regulations: Specific rules governing room rental in HDB properties, including minimum stay periods and occupancy limits
Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement in Singapore
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Chapter 396): Protects against unreasonable contract terms and conditions in rental agreements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of tenants' personal data
Immigration Act: Relevant for verification and documentation requirements when renting to foreign tenants
Distress Act (Chapter 84): Provides legal framework for landlords to recover unpaid rent through seizure of tenant's goods
