Number of Cases of Water Seepage from External Walls of HDB Flats Reported and Addressed in Past Three Years

29 Ms Rahayu Mahzam asked the Minister for National Development (a) in the past three years, how many cases of water seepage from the external walls of HDB flats have been reported; (b) of those cases, how many are repeat complaints; and (c) whether HDB works with the town council to help address the water seepage issues.

Mr Lawrence Wong: The external walls of HDB flats are common property under the Town Councils' management and maintenance. Town Councils are responsible for keeping common property, including external walls, in good condition by carrying out regular and cyclical maintenance.

Residents who encounter water seepage from external walls in their flat typically report it to the Town Council managing their estate. As such, HDB does not have the number of cases reported for water seepage from external walls. Where residents report such cases to HDB, HDB will help to refer these cases to the respective Town Council for follow-up.

If Town Councils face difficulties in resolving water seepage from external walls, HDB also works with them to resolve the seepage issue.