Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore. Establishes the Torrens system of land registration and defines core requirements for valid land transfers.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Legislation that controls and restricts foreign ownership of residential properties in Singapore, including specific conditions and requirements for foreign buyers.
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Governs matters relating to public housing (HDB) land and properties, including special restrictions and requirements for HDB property transactions.
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Regulates stamp duty payments including Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) and Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD) requirements for property transactions.
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Controls land use and development through zoning requirements and land use restrictions to ensure proper urban planning.
Law of Property Act: Sets out basic principles of property law and requirements for valid contracts in property transactions.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Specifies legal requirements for property transfers including forms and formalities necessary for property transactions.
Environmental Public Health Act: Establishes environmental considerations and related land use restrictions that may affect property transactions.
SLA Regulations: Singapore Land Authority regulations governing land administration and management.
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines affecting property development and land use.
LTA Requirements: Land Transport Authority requirements that may affect property transactions, particularly regarding transportation infrastructure and access.
Tax Regulations: Various tax regulations affecting property transactions including property tax, capital gains, and other relevant tax considerations.
