HDB Renovation

It is essentially important for HDB Renovation home owners to ensure that they had engaged an HDB Registered Renovation Contractor to carry out any renovation in their HDB flats. If fact it is stated very clearly stated in the HDB Info Web that the responsibility of engaging an HDB Registered Renovation Contractor (RRC) falls solely on the home owner and a fine of $5,000 may be imposed and as well as other penalties if convicted.

It is essentially important for HDB Renovation home owners to ensure that they had engaged an HDB Registered Renovation Contractor to carry out any renovation in their HDB flats. If fact it is stated very clearly stated in the HDB Info Web that the responsibility of engaging an HDB Registered Renovation Contractor (RRC) falls solely on the home owner and a fine of $5,000 may be imposed and as well as other penalties if convicted.

The best HDB renovation contractors should also be able to identify crucial items that need to be replaced. Example, for resale flats with the last renovation done more than 5 years ago, it is highly possible that the waterproofing had already deteriorated and needs to re-apply. And for BTO flats it is important to keep photographic records of the tape markings for all the existing concealed pipes for the Kitchen and 2 Bathrooms so that the home owner can refer for future drilling works. Also for BTO flats, it is important to note that a waterproofing membrane is provided for all wet areas and must not be replaced for a period of 3 years from the completion date of the block.

It is a mandatory requirement to have a written approval from HDB before any demolition or hacking of walls can be commenced. This applies to erection of any new walls as well. In some cases HDB may even request for a Qualified Person to endorse to approve for such works to be performed.

The HDB Info Web also holds information on Disallowed Works and Technical Terms & Conditions. A Directory of Renovation Contractors can also be found to assist owners in identifying the HDB Registered Renovation Contractors.

Home owners should also note that the application for a HDB renovation permit is free. A notice must be served to the immediate neighbours 3 days before commencement of works. General renovation works can only be carried out from 9am to 6pm on weekdays and Saturdays. No works are allowed on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Noisy works can only be carried out from 9am to 5pm on weekdays. No noisy works should be performed on Saturdays, Sundays, Public Holidays and eve of major Public Holidays. All home owners should also note that they must open a utilities account for a new flat with SP Services Ltd before a renovation permit can be granted.

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