Singapore authorities studying how to ease maintenance of conserved buildings for owners

Owners of conserved buildings in Singapore may be able to carry out certain minor works without applying for approval in future. The move is being studied to help ease routine maintenance. Authorities are also looking into whether Singapore has enough specialised skills to care for its built heritage. There are over 7,200 conserved buildings and structures in Singapore today. The Urban Redevelopment Authority is also looking to develop common code-compliant solutions for conserved shophouses and bungalows to better guide owners and professionals when undertaking renovation and upgrading works. Charlotte Lim reports.