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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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Leslie Yee

Leslie Yee

Published Mon, Jun 30, 2025 · 11:03 AM
    • A case study of Golden Mile Complex along Beach Road shows how incentives are vital in making building conservation work.
    • A case study of Golden Mile Complex along Beach Road shows how incentives are vital in making building conservation work. PHOTO: TAY CHU YI, BT

    [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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