Determining Number of Lifts for An HDB Block

49 Mr Muhamad Faisal Bin Abdul Manap asked the Minister for National Development what are the considerations to determine the number of lifts serving a HDB residential block of flats.

Mr Desmond Lee: At the development stage, the Housing and Development Board determines the number of lifts to be provided in a residential block based on several factors, such as the number and type of dwelling units, the block layout and the number of storeys. The objective is to ensure that there are sufficient lifts to meet residents' needs in terms of lift access and reasonable waiting times, while balancing cost effectiveness and efficient use of space. The lift provision also needs to comply with other regulatory requirements, such as fire safety.