Planning Act (Chapter 232): Primary legislation governing the development and use of land and buildings in Singapore
Housing and Development Act (Chapter 129): Regulates public housing matters and HDB properties in Singapore
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Controls the purchase and ownership of residential properties by foreign persons
Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act: Governs the maintenance of strata-titled properties and common properties in developments
COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020: Temporary measures affecting rental agreements during the pandemic period
Immigration Act: Relevant for verifying tenant eligibility, especially for foreign tenants
Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Misrepresentation Act: Protects parties against false statements made during contract formation
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates terms that unfairly restrict or exclude liability in contracts
URA Guidelines: Urban Redevelopment Authority rules governing property use and rental
HDB Rules and Regulations: Specific rules for rental of public housing properties
Stamp Duties Act: Requirements for proper stamping and documentation of rental agreements
Property Tax Act: Regulations regarding property tax obligations for rental properties
Fire Safety Act: Safety requirements and standards for residential properties
Environmental Public Health Act: Regulations regarding maintenance of health and environmental standards in properties
