ABOUT 23,000 households across 13 HDB estates islandwide will soon see improvements to their neighbourhoods, from new covered linkways and drop-off porches to new playgrounds and letter boxes.
The Housing Board yesterday announced the rejuvenation of these estates at a cost of $86.1 million under its Neighbourhood Renewal Programme (NRP).
Under the scheme, residents have a big say in determining the look and feel of their estates by giving feedback to their town councils before such plans are set in stone.
For example, Tampines residents will be given three architectural designs to choose from and provide feedback on. At least 75 per cent of residents must vote for the final design in order for work to proceed.
Tampines was one of the first sites selected for the NRP exercise. Full details of the newly selected 13 sites will be announced over the next few months, said HDB.
National Development Minister Mah Bow Tan said yesterday that the Government is committed to rejuvenating HDB estates even during times of economic uncertainty. Continue reading
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