Lessons from Recent URA Public Engagement Exercise for Government's Long-term Land Use Review

Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin asked the Minister for National Development (a) what are the key takeaways gleaned from the public after the Space for Our Dreams exhibition undertaken by URA; and (b) how will these be considered as part of the next steps in the process for the Long-Term Plan Review to chart Singapore’s future.

As part of the Long-Term Plan Review, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) reached out to more than 15,000 people over a one-year period. Many Singaporeans shared their aspirations and hopes for Singapore's future, which helped shape our long-term land use strategies and plans.

These were encapsulated in the Space for Our Dreams exhibition at The URA Centre and roving exhibitions in the heartlands from June to August this year. Close to 50,000 people visited these exhibitions.

The positive response to the public exhibition reaffirmed our shared aspirations for a good quality living environment – one with diverse home typologies to meet different needs and aspirations, located in inclusive, well-connected and future-ready towns. Singaporeans also want to create distinctive spaces that convey a sense of identity, steward our natural capital and develop in a sustainable and resilient manner that will provide options and flexibility for future generations.

We will translate the long-term planning strategies into the next Draft Master Plan to guide development for the next 10 to 15 years and continue to work closely with the public in the process.