Planning Act (Chapter 232): Primary legislation governing the planning and use of land and buildings in Singapore, including residential property usage and requirements
Housing and Development Act: Regulates public housing (HDB) properties, including rental restrictions and requirements specific to HDB flats
Private Residential Property Act: Governs private residential properties and their rental arrangements, including minimum rental periods and usage guidelines
Residential Property Act: Controls residential property ownership and rental, particularly focusing on foreign ownership and rental restrictions
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020: Temporary provisions affecting rental agreements during the pandemic period, including relief measures and restrictions
Estate Agents Act: Regulates property agents and their conduct in rental transactions, including required procedures and documentation
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines specifying minimum rental periods, occupancy limits, and usage restrictions for residential properties
Stamp Duties Act: Governs the stamp duty obligations for rental agreements and related documents
Fire Safety Act: Stipulates fire safety requirements and regulations that must be adhered to in residential rental properties
Building Control Act: Regulates building standards and safety requirements that affect residential rentals
Immigration Act: Contains provisions relevant to foreign tenants and their eligibility to rent properties in Singapore
Common Law Principles: Fundamental contract law principles that govern the formation and enforcement of rental agreements
Security Deposit Regulations: Guidelines on collection, holding, and return of security deposits in residential rentals
Notice Period Requirements: Mandatory notice periods for termination of month-to-month rental agreements
Occupancy Rules: Regulations on maximum number of occupants and unrelated persons allowed in a residential unit
