Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore, including requirements for dealing with registered land and the legal framework for land ownership.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Legislation controlling foreign ownership of residential property in Singapore, including restrictions, requirements for foreign buyers, and necessary approval processes.
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Regulates land use zoning requirements, development restrictions, and urban planning considerations for property development in Singapore.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Sets out legal requirements for property transactions, including rights and obligations in property dealings and requirements for valid contracts.
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Governs stamp duty obligations including Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) and Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD) for property transactions.
Housing and Development Act: Specific legislation governing HDB properties, including eligibility criteria and restrictions on transfer of public housing.
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Establishes contract law principles, requirements for valid contracts, and remedies for breach in Singapore.
Property Tax Act (Chapter 254): Legislation governing property tax obligations and the assessment of property value in Singapore.
Singapore Land Authority (SLA): Key regulatory body responsible for land administration and management in Singapore.
Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA): Regulatory body responsible for land use planning and conservation in Singapore.
Housing & Development Board (HDB): Statutory board responsible for public housing development and regulation in Singapore.
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS): Government agency responsible for property tax administration and stamp duty collection.
