Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing land registration and transfer of titles in Singapore under the Torrens system. Establishes requirements for valid land transactions and title registration procedures.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Regulates foreign ownership of residential property in Singapore, including approval requirements and eligibility criteria for land purchase by foreign buyers.
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Controls land use and development through zoning requirements, development controls, and Master Plan compliance regulations.
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Governs various property-related taxes including Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD), Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD), and Buyer's Stamp Duty (BSD).
Sale of Land Act: Sets out fundamental requirements for valid land sale contracts and defines the basic rights and obligations of parties in land transactions.
Housing Developers (Control and Licensing) Act: Regulates residential property development, including licensing requirements for developers and protection of buyers' interests.
Environmental Protection and Management Act: Addresses environmental considerations in land transactions, including regulations on land contamination and environmental protection requirements.
Building Control Act: Establishes building restrictions, construction regulations, and safety requirements for land development.
Contracts Law (Chapter 53): Provides the legal framework for contract formation, including consideration requirements, terms and conditions, and general contractual principles.
REDAS Guidelines: Industry standards and practices established by the Real Estate Developers' Association of Singapore, including standard contract templates and best practices.
