Letter from Marcus Phang
There is always talk about home buyers shunning low-storey units in Build-To-Order or Sale of Balance Flats launches. The Housing and Development Board must not, however, be too quick to accuse such buyers of being too fussy.
As an owner of a new flat, I have brought up several concerns to the HDB’s project consultants and relevant parties such as its contractors.
These are important aspects on home security, high-rise littering, dropped laundry and problems caused by strong wind and rain, which require design modifications for a better living environment and to prevent mishaps such as break-ins.
However, there has been no concrete, permanent action to rectify these concerns. If the HDB wants home buyers to take up such units at its sales launches, then it would be imperative to make a concerted effort to address such concerns first.
Source: May 11, 2012
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