Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act (SOPA): Primary legislation governing construction payments in Singapore that regulates payment terms, sets requirements for payment claims and responses, establishes payment timeframes, and defines rights to progress payments
Goods and Services Tax Act: Covers GST registration requirements, taxation on construction services, and proper tax invoice documentation requirements for construction payments
Contract Law (Chapter 53): Establishes general contract law principles, requirements for formation and validity of receipts as legal documents, and governs consideration and payment terms
Building Control Act: Governs compliance with building regulations, permits and approvals requirements, and sets quality and safety standards for construction work
Stamp Duties Act: Specifies requirements for stamp duty on construction documents and proper documentation of payments
Companies Act: Outlines requirements for business documentation and corporate entity information in construction contracts and receipts
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the validity of electronic receipts, digital signature requirements, and electronic record keeping standards
Building & Construction Authority (BCA) Guidelines: Provides industry-specific guidelines and standards for construction practices and documentation in Singapore
Personal Data Protection Act: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in construction documentation and business transactions
