Land Titles Act (Cap. 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore. Defines requirements for legal property ownership documents and title registration system.
Planning Act (Cap. 232): Regulates land use and development in Singapore, ensuring compliance with zoning requirements and urban planning guidelines.
Housing and Development Act (Cap. 129): Governs public housing in Singapore, particularly relevant for HDB flats. Contains specific regulations and restrictions for public housing properties.
Building Control Act (Cap. 29): Ensures compliance with building standards and safety requirements. Regulates structural aspects of properties in Singapore.
Residential Property Act (Cap. 274): Restricts and regulates foreign ownership of residential properties in Singapore. Defines eligibility criteria for purchasing certain types of residential properties.
Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSMA): Governs strata-titled properties, covering management of shared facilities and common property in apartments and condominiums.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Regulates property transactions and transfers, providing legal framework for property conveyancing in Singapore.
Stamp Duties Act: Governs taxation aspects of property transfers, including stamp duty rates and payment requirements for property transactions.
