Regulatory Infractions by Prime Location Public Housing HDB Flat and HDB Plus Flat Owners Due to Longer MOP

Dr Syed Harun Alhabsyi asked the Minister for National Development given the longer duration of Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) for Prime Location Public Housing HDB flats and HDB Plus flats, what further steps are being taken by HDB to prevent regulatory infractions by owners of these flats such as purchase of private properties during the MOP, unauthorised rental and non-occupancy of such flats.

Today, new flat buyers are informed of the Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) of their flat and the MOP rules at various points throughout their flat purchase journey, including at the point of flat application, booking and signing of lease. This ensures that they are aware of the rules and make an informed decision when purchasing their flat.

The Housing and Development Board (HDB) also regularly publicises enforcement actions taken against errant owners, to build public awareness of MOP-related rules. Flat owners may refer to the HDB InfoWEB for more information, or approach HDB if they have queries.

In addition, property agents who perform estate agency work are required to perform due diligence and provide accurate advice to their clients to ensure that the MOP rules are adhered to. As we transit to the new flat classification framework – Standard, Plus, and Prime – we will continue with these efforts to ensure adherence to MOP rules.