Residential Property Act: Primary legislation governing residential property ownership and tenancy in Singapore, including restrictions on foreign ownership and usage of residential properties
Planning Act: Regulates the development and use of land and buildings in Singapore, ensuring compliance with zoning and planning requirements
Housing and Development Act: Governs public housing (HDB) properties, including rules for rental and subletting of HDB flats
Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act: Regulates the management and maintenance of strata-titled properties, relevant for apartments and condominiums
Civil Law Act: Contains general provisions about contract law and civil obligations that affect tenancy agreements
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Governs the transfer and protection of property rights, including leasehold interests
HDB Rental Regulations: Specific rules set by Housing Development Board for rental of public housing, including eligibility criteria and rental caps
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority guidelines for private property rental, including minimum stay duration and usage restrictions
Fire Safety Code: Mandatory safety requirements for residential properties that must be maintained during tenancy
Building Control Regulations: Standards for building safety and maintenance that landlords must comply with
Stamp Duty Requirements: Legal requirement to pay stamp duty within 14 days of signing the tenancy agreement
Security Deposit Regulations: Guidelines on collection, holding, and return of security deposits for residential tenancies
Notice Period Requirements: Mandatory notice periods for termination of tenancy and other significant changes to the agreement
Diplomatic Clause: Optional provision allowing early termination of lease for expatriate tenants under specific circumstances
Estate Duty Provisions: Regulations regarding the handling of tenancy in the event of death of either party
