Reintroducing Larger-format HDB Flats for Younger Families to Encourage Parenthood and Space Needs Strategies

22 Mr David Hoe asked the Minister for National Development (a) whether the Government will consider reintroducing larger-format HDB flats similar to executive or jumbo units, with eligibility restricted to families with or expecting young children, as a measure to encourage marriage and parenthood; and (b) what alternative approaches is the Government exploring to better meet the space needs of larger families.

Mr Chee Hong Tat: The Housing and Development Board (HDB) offers 5-room and 3Gen flats with four bedrooms and three bathrooms to cater to the housing needs of larger and multi-generation families. Flat owners may also apply to combine two adjoining 3-room or smaller flats under the HDB Conversion Scheme.

In addition, the Third Child Priority Scheme provides priority allocation to eligible families with three or more children for up to 5% of flats offered in Build-To-Order and Sale of Balance Flats exercises.

The Ministry of National Development will continue to review our housing policies to meet the needs of different groups of Singaporeans, including households with more family members.