Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore. Covers indefeasibility of title, registration system, and caveats and other interests in land.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Legislation that restricts and regulates foreign ownership of residential property in Singapore, including defining foreign persons and approval requirements for foreign purchases.
Planning Act (Chapter 232): Controls and regulates land use and development in Singapore, including zoning requirements and development control guidelines.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Governs property transactions and sets out legal requirements for contracts relating to land, including rights and obligations of parties involved.
Housing and Development Act: Regulates public housing in Singapore, particularly relevant if the land contract involves HDB property.
Environmental Public Health Act: Legislation concerning environmental and public health considerations in land use and development.
Building Control Act: Regulates the construction and maintenance of buildings, including safety and structural requirements.
Stamp Duties Act: Governs the tax implications and stamp duty requirements for property transactions in Singapore.
Singapore Land Authority (SLA) Regulations: Regulatory requirements set by the national land authority governing land ownership and usage.
Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) Guidelines: Planning guidelines and requirements set by Singapore's national urban planning authority.
Building and Construction Authority (BCA) Requirements: Technical requirements and standards for building and construction works in Singapore.
