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Urban Renewal Bill

House of Representatives Date of
Approval Senate Date of Effective
Approval Date / Status
Not yet tabled, expected in July
2025, Currently under review by the - Not yet enforced
Attorney General’s Chambers

The Urban Renewal Bill is drafted to provide a legal framework that
enables the redevelopment of dilapidated, neglected or unsafe urban
areas to be carried out in a more structured and equitable manner.

This Act covers urban renewal, urban regeneration, urban revitalisation
and urban conservation.

This Bill establishes a more appropriate development consent threshold
ranging from 80% to 90%. Among the parameters to be considered are the
age of buildings, safety and structural integrity based on certification by a
qualified engineer, and social issues arising from buildings’ obsolescence.

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