Tighten en bloc rules, encourage reuse so more private housing blocks stand for over 50 years
Apply lessons from Golden Mile Singapore project
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[SINGAPORE] The Republic’s skyline today is filled with many modern skyscrapers. As the population and the economy grow, expect more new buildings to emerge to meet growing needs for spaces to live, work and play.
Nonetheless, Singapore is acclaimed internationally for its conservation efforts – entire districts and not just single buildings have been conserved. Historic districts include Boat Quay, Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India.
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), which formulates strategic plans to guide Singapore’s physical development, is also the country’s conservation authority.
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