When it comes to the URA Master Plan, most homeowners are familiar only with big upcoming changes – announcements like the planned move of Paya Lebar Airport, or the development of a Punggol Digital District. These are blasted in the news so it’s hard to miss. However, the small changes that may have a direct impact – such as a zoning change right next to your condo – often go unnoticed. We’ve found this has happened in a few places over the years:

Changes to zoning are not loudly announced all the time

It can be argued that you are informed of such changes, as URA makes them transparent on URA SPACE. However, these changes may not be widely broadcast online, in local papers, etc. This means it’s possible to find that, at some unexpected juncture, the commercial space near your home has suddenly turned residential, or has become a green space.

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