BuildSG is a national movement that encapsulates the spirit of collaboration in the transformation of the built environment sector. It underscores the collaboration among the government, unions, trade associations and chambers, industry and institutes of higher learning, all working collectively to realise an advanced and integrated built environment sector with progressive and collaborative firms well-poised for both local and global business opportunities, and providing good jobs for Singaporeans.
Find out more about the regulations pertaining to Singapore’s built environment.
Find out more about the procurement frameworks and conditions of contract for public sector construction-related works.
Find out more about the different aspects of the built environment and how you can play a part in our mission to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment for everyone.
BCA champions the continual advancement of the construction industry. To this effect, it offers various incentive schemes that support the improvement of the industry in terms of productivity, mechanisation and buildability.
Available schemes
Scheme
Incentive
Investment Allowance Scheme (IAS)
Tax relief on approved capital expenditure on new productive construction equipment.
Land Intensification Allowance
Allowances on qualifying capital expenditure incurred for the construction or extension/ renovation works amounting to additions and alterations (A&A) works of approved LIA buildings.
Balcony Bonus Gross Floor Area (GFA) Scheme
Allows a bonus GFA beyond the Master Plan Gross Plot Ratio (GPR) for the site, if the stipulated buildable design score and pre-requisite of using Prefabricated Bathroom Units (PBUs) are met.
Click on the individual schemes to read more about the qualifying criteria and application procedure.
The Construction Workforce Registration System (CWRS) is an online portal for CoreTrade and Multi-skilling registration and the renewal of Direct R1 eligibility.
OTMS allows you to register the workers for Identity Verification and to check your registration status online.
Lift and escalator owners, contractors and Specialist Professional Engineers (SPEs) can apply for and view applications for Permit to Operate (PTO) here.
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development and transformation of the built environment sector, in order to improve Singapore’s living environment. BCA oversees areas such as safety, quality, inclusiveness, sustainability and productivity, all of which, together with our stakeholders and partners, help to achieve our mission to transform the Built Environment sector and shape a liveable and smart built environment for Singapore.