GUIDELINES ON

GREENERY PROVISION
AND TREE CONSERVATION
FOR DEVELOPMENTS
Guidelines on Greenery Provision and Tree Conservation for Developments Version 3
Published by:
Greenery & Development Planning Branch
National Parks Board

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SUMMARY OF CONTENTS

1 Introduction

2 Conservation of Trees/Plants

3 Greenery Provision within Premises

4 Greenery Provision for Roadside

5 Planting Specifications of Trees/Palms/Shrubs/Hedges/Turf

6 Open Space for Landed Housing Developments

7 Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC)

8 Submission Procedures

9 Self-Declaration Scheme

10 Appendices
CONTENTS

1 Introduction 8
Singapore’s City in a Garden 8
Greenery & Development Planning 9

2 Conservation of Trees/Plants 11
Tree Conservation Area (TCA) 11
Vacant Land 14
Roadside Greenery 14
Heritage Roads 15
Heritage Trees 22
Technical Requirements on Tree Conservation 22
Certified Arborist 29

3 Greenery Provision within Premises 44

Requirements on Greenery Provision within Premises 44
Planting Provision Abutting/Adjacent Internal Driveways 63
Planting Provision for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level 64
Hedges Plantings for Proposed Bin Centre and Electrical 80
Substation within Development Premises
Hedges Planting for Government Schools 81
Planting Scheme at Building Plan Stage 81

4 Greenery Provision for Roadside 82

Technical Requirements for Roadside Greenery Provision 82
Soil Specifications of Green Verges 89
Road Infrastructures 98

5 Planting Specifications of Trees/Palms/ 114

Shrubs/Hedges/Turf
Trees and Palms 114
Staking 116
Tree Collar Protector 119
Mulching 119
Shrubs and Hedges Planting 120
Turfing 121

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6 Open Space for Landed Housing Developments 122
Introduction 122
Provision for Open Space 122
Vesting of Open Space 122
Location of the Open Space 123
Accessibility of Open Space 123
Terrain of Open Space 124
Provision for Drainage 124
Playground/Fitness Equipment and Space 125
Footpath 128
Park Furniture 129
Signboards 129
Signage 135
Benches 136
Litter Bins 136
Shelter 137
Safety Railings 138
Park Lighting and Over Ground (OG) Box 138
Soft Landscape and Tree Planting 141

7 Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC) 142

Introduction 142
NParks CSC Clearance 142
CSC Inspection 143
Acceptable and Unacceptable Horticulture Standards 146

8 Submission Procedures 153

Application for Development Control (DC) Clearance 153
Application for Building Plan (BP) Clearance 165
Application for Certificate of Statutory Completion 176
Non-Compliance Application 177
Pre-Submission Consultation 179

9 Self-Declaration Scheme 180

Qualifying Developments 180
Submission Procedures 180
Submission Requirements 181
Rejection of Application 182
Application for DC clearance 183
Application for BP for Internal Work Clearance 189
Application for BP for External Work Clearance 194
Application for CSC Clearance 198

10 Appendices 199
Appendix A: CAD Drawing Guidelines 199
Appendix B: Specified Developments Exempted from the 203
Provision of Green Buffers and Peripheral
Planting Verges

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This document tracks the revisions to NParks’ guidelines, effective from 8 March 2019.

Chapter Chapter Title Revision to NParks’ Guidelines

No

3 Greenery Provision within • Specific developments exempted from the

Premises provision of green buffer and/or peripheral
planting verges

4 Greenery Provision for • Revision to clearance distances of roadside

Roadside elements to trees

10 Appendices • Specified Developments Exempted from the

Provision of Green Buffers and Peripheral
Planting Verges
1 Introduction
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INTRODUCTION

1 INTRODUCTION

Singapore’s City in a Garden

Singapore’s Garden City journey began in 1963 when then Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew
planted a Mempat tree (Cratoxylum formosum), signifying the start of the greening
campaign. Through the dedication and commitment of our pioneers and the community,
the city’s landscape has been transformed to one where greenery is a major feature.

Trees are planted extensively along our roads to provide shade, as well as to beautify
and enhance the environment. Tiered plantings and flowering species are also introduced
to make our roadside greenery more vibrant and to attract more biodiversity to our
urban environment. Within and around developments, green spaces are also set aside
for planting up lushly with trees and shrubs in order to soften the harshness of high-rise
buildings and to provide visual relief in the built environment.

To achieve the vision of a City in a Garden, National Parks Board (NParks) works closely
with developers, building owners, Qualified Persons (QPs), professionals and other
public agencies. This handbook seeks to provide a guide on the statutory and technical
requirements for conserving trees, safeguarding green spaces and implementing lush
landscaping as part of development projects. The handbook also seeks to inform QPs on
the procedures for submitting development plans to NParks for clearance.

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111 Sun Plaza Park

Greenery & Development Planning

Greenery & Development Planning Branch is a centralised team in NParks that handles
Development Control (DC), Building Plan (BP) and Certification of Statutory Completion
(CSC) applications submitted by QPs. We also work with public agencies during the
planning and design stages for public sector developments, such as road, rail, drainage
and other services projects. Our roles include assessment of development plans to ensure
that adequate greenery is provided and that mature trees are not felled unnecessarily.

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CHAPTER
2 Conservation of Trees/Plants
3 Greenery Provision within Premises
4 Greenery Provision for Roadside
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2 CONSERVATION OF TREES/PLANTS

Tree Conservation Area

Two green spaces in the South Central and Eastern parts of Singapore were gazetted as
Tree Conservation Areas (TCAs) on 2 August 1991. This is to control indiscriminate felling
of mature trees. These areas were selected for conservation for our future generations to
enjoy the vast extent of greenery and natural heritage. The mature trees in the TCA, some
of which are 50 to 100 years old, help to beautify our environment with their lush foliage
and shaded canopies.

Developers and private property owners who wish to fell any mature tree with a girth
of more than 1.0m, that measures at 1.0m from the ground and grows on a designated
TCA, have to seek written approval from the Commissioner of Parks & Recreation. This is
required even if no developmental works are in progress on-site.

Overview of TCAs

Changi TCA

Central TCA

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The two TCAs are:

Central TCA

Central TCA – Bounded by the Pan Island Expressway, Clementi Road, Pasir Panjang
Road, Telok Blangah Road, Kampong Bahru Road, Lower Delta Road, Ayer Rajah
Expressway, Alexandra Road, River Valley Road, Clemenceau Avenue, Fort Canning
Road, Orchard Road, Prinsep Street, Selegie Road, Dunearn Road, Whitley Road,
Mount Pleasant Road, Thomson Road and Lornie Road.

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Changi TCA

Changi TCA – Bounded by Netheravon Road, Cranwell Road, Loyang Avenue,

Loyang Way, Upper Changi Road North and Changi Village Road.

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Vacant Land
Mature trees growing on vacant land, similarly to trees within TCAs, are safeguarded
from unnecessary felling. Prior written approval must be obtained from the Commissioner
of Parks & Recreation for the removal of any tree with a girth of more than 1.0m, that
measures at 1.0m from the ground and grows on a vacant land.

Vacant land is defined as:

a. any land upon which no building or other structure exists; or

b. any land where the Commissioner of Parks & Recreation has reasonable grounds to
believe is not occupied by anyone; or

c. any land upon which exists any building or other structure which is constructed or
used contrary to any written law.

Roadside Greenery
NParks manages the greenery within the road reserve. This includes the trees, shrubs and
turf within the roadside green verges and centre medium of the road. Roadside greenery
is an important element of the street which serves to beautify and enhance the public
spaces along the road. The spreading canopy of the trees also provides welcome shade
to pedestrians and retains the location’s unique streetscape identity. In order to prevent
the unnecessary felling of trees, written approval must be obtained from the Commissioner
of Parks & Recreation for the removal or cutting of any tree within road reserve.

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Heritage Roads
The Heritage Roads scheme was implemented by the Government in 2005 to recognise
and protect roads with lush roadside trees and multi-layered vegetation that create a
“green wall” and/or “green tunnel” effect along certain roads. These roads create a sense
of nostalgia and delight due to their distinctive and memorable landscape of continuous
mature trees and greenery.

Heritage Roads are characterised by tall, matured green walls of natural vegetation. This
gives the ambience of a lush tropical rainforest or a “green cathedral” effect. The Heritage
Roads are gazetted and covered under Section 18 and 19 of the Parks & Trees Act 2005.

Written approval must be obtained from the Commissioner of Parks & Recreation for the
cutting or removal of any tree or plant within a designated Heritage Road Green Buffer,
and/or for any of the following:

a. Altering, closing up or removal of any Heritage Road Green Buffers.

b. Erecting or placing of any structure or object (whether temporary or permanent)

in, above, across or under any Heritage Road Green Buffer.

c. Erecting, constructing or laying within any Heritage Road Green Buffer any fence,
retaining wall, foundation, manhole, pipe, cables, mains or any obstruction or
structure (whether temporary or permanent).

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List of Heritage Roads

No Road Location Estimated Distance (m)

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(between Ama Keng Road and
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(between SLE and Mandai
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Heritage Trees
Mature trees are the natural heritage of Singapore. They serve as important green
landmarks of our tropical Garden City. With Singapore’s rapid development, there is
a danger of losing our national heritage to urbanisation. The Heritage Trees Scheme
was announced on 17 August 2001 with the objectives to conserve and educate the
community on the importance of protecting our mature trees.

Members of public can nominate suitable trees to be endorsed as Heritage Trees. For
more information on the nomination process, qualifying criteria and listing of Heritage
Trees, please visit: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/gardens-parks-and-nature/heritage-trees.

Owners, developers and QPs are advised to consult NParks before removing any
Heritage Trees.

Technical Requirements on Tree Conservation

Do you know that trees are susceptible to damage or injury? There is a potential threat
to tree health and stability whenever there is an activity that happens around a tree. This
includes construction works, storage of machines/equipment and vehicular movement.

Examples of Tree Damage due to Construction Activities

Lack of Tree Protection Zone Change of soil level Damage to trunk

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Successful tree conservation within a development site occurs when the design,
development and construction process has taken into consideration the condition of the
site and surrounding areas. This is to minimise or prevent the impact to the trees. Hence, it
requires the commitment of everyone involved in the process.

In order to safeguard trees from construction damage, Certified Arborists (CAs) are
essential for evaluating tree risks, suggesting tree protection measures, reviewing tree
conservation and providing alternative construction methods in avoidance of unnecessary
tree damage and felling (refer to the Section on Certified Arborist in this chapter).

This section provides the technical guidelines to support the tree conservation efforts and
minimise damage to trees.

Methods of Measuring Girth of a Tree

Generally, the girth of a tree is to be measured at 1.0m from ground level, except for
multi-leader and low branching trees, as shown in the following images.

a. For a simple trunk tree and buttress tree – measure the girth at 1.0m above the
ground.

Measure girth at 1.0m

above the ground

1.0m

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b. For a multi-leader tree where the leaders sprout from the collar – measure the girth
of each individual stem at 1.0m above the ground and treat each stem as a separate
tree.

Measure girth at 1.0m

above the ground

1.0m 1.0m
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c. For a low branching tree – measure the girth at the point of origin just below the
lowest branching.

Measure girth
below point of origin

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Tree Protection Zone

A Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) refers to an area identified to protect the entire tree, which
includes its crown, trunk and roots system. The TPZ established should be able to protect
the entire tree throughout the duration of construction.

The objective of the TPZ is to minimise the impact of construction activities on trees,
including but not limited to mechanical injury to roots, trunks and branches due to contact
with equipment, materials, debris or other activities. It also aims to minimise compaction
of soil, which results in poor functioning of roots, and changes in soil levels that can cut
off or suffocate roots.

The minimum protection zones from the centre of a tree are as shown in the following
table.

Minimum Protection Zone from the Centre of a Tree

Girth (m) Minimum Protection Zone

≤1.0m 2.0m

>1.0m but ≤1.5m 3.0m

>1.5m but ≤2.0m 4.0m

>2.0m 5.0m

The table above serves as a general guideline for tree conservation. It is advised to
engage a CA to recommend the TPZ. Depending on both the crown and root spread, a
larger tree protection zone may be required as determined on a case-by-case basis. This
is especially so for trees with a girth of more than 2.0m.

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Tree Protective Fencing/Hoarding

In order to successfully prevent tree damage, construction activities have to be diverted
away from the trees. A good practice to prevent tree damage and ensure tree survival is
to place a fence around the TPZ.

Bright orange polyethylene fencing or other effective tree protection fencing should be
provided along the limits of the protection zone around the tree identified to be retained.
This is to demark the TPZ within which activities are restricted before construction begins
and kept intact until completion.

There must be no excavation, raising or lowering of soil level, compaction or any form of
construction activities including temporary works within the hoarded area.

Dumping of debris, excavated materials and/or storage of construction materials and

equipment is not allowed within the TPZ.

Protection hoarding is required, unless otherwise stated, and should be installed prior to
site works. This is installed at point B (in the following illustration) around the edge of the
protection zone.

Illustration of a Hoarding Demarking a Tree Protection Zone

Point B

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Example of a Good Tree Protection Hoarding

Example of a Poor Tree Protection Hoarding

Hoarding storage materials

inside tree TPZ

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Tree Protection Specification

Inside TPZ

• There must be no excavation, raising or lowering of soil level, compaction or any form
of construction activities including temporary works within the hoarded area.

• Dumping of debris, excavated materials and/or storage of construction materials and

equipment are not allowed within the TPZ.

• The demolition of drains, structures within the TPZ should be carried out manually and
backfilled with Approved Soil Mixture (ASM) immediately.

• Trees are to be watered regularly if rainfall is inadequate.

• Trees are to be fertilised if soil tests or deficiency symptoms indicate they are nutrient
stressed.

Outside TPZ

• If major roots are encountered during excavation, the applicant may like to seek
advice from a CA, as cutting of major roots may affect the stability of the tree. Where
possible, alternative proposals should be explored to avoid the need to cut the roots.

• In cases where the trees are managed by NParks (e.g. trees within the roadside
verge), or are required by NParks to be conserved (e.g. trees with girth >1.0m within
TCA or vacant land), approval from NParks must be obtained before the major root
can be cut.

• If approval is granted by NParks to cut the roots, this must be done with a clean
cut using a chainsaw.

• All building debris and chemical wastes should not be burned or buried within green
verges on the site.

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Certified Arborist
The CA plays an integral role in the development process. To ensure that all conserved trees
are properly protected throughout each phase of construction, the CA should be engaged
at the start of the planning stage to provide guidance on tree conservation matters.

Some of the roles of a CA include:

• Identify suitable trees for retention.

• Perform tree inspections and other relevant investigation works such as tree canopy
mapping, tree root trenching, etc.

• Advise and carry out proper tree conservation measures.

• Conduct monitoring during the construction phase so as to ensure that trees are
properly conserved (health and structural integrity of trees are not compromised).

• Prepare reports for documentation and approval.

Guidelines for Arborist Report

An arborist report is required when trees are identified for retention but may be affected
by proposed works for development. The arborist report is useful as it documents the
findings and recommendations of the CA. These include results of tree inspections, tree
risk assessments, tree conservation methods and mitigation measures. In cases where
trees are not suitable for retention, or technical/design solutions are not viable, the report
should include the justification for tree removal.

The purpose of this section is to provide guidelines for the QP to submit an arborist
report to NParks. All arborist reports shall be prepared by a CA. The subsequent section
serves as a guide in drafting the arborist report for submission to NParks and should be
presented in a comprehensive, clear and objective manner. The report is not limited to
only the Visual Tree Assessment (VTA). It should also include tree impact assessment, tree
conservation methods and mitigation measures in relation to the development works.

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The report should comprise the following information:

a. Registered name of CA
b. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Information on certificate number and expiry date of CA
Certified Aborist c. Company name and address (if applicable) of CA
d. Contact number and email address of CA

a. Project title as registered in e-Corenet submission

system and address of site (if applicable)
Information on b. Brief introduction of development proposal
Subject Site and c. Date or period of assessment
d. Date of report
Development e. Site/layout plans showing location of all subject
trees

Note:
On the site/layout plan, trees recommended for retention are to be shown in green and the
recommended TPZ is to be clearly dimensioned. Trees recommended for removal are to be
shown in yellow.

a. Tree Identification Number (ID) of each tree which

tallies with tree numberings shown on plans to be
submitted by the QP
b. Tree species
Tree c. Girth (in metres)
Summary d. Height of tree (in metres)
Table e. Recommended TPZ
f. CA recommendation on retention or removal of
trees and the corresponding justifications

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Visual Tree Assessment

Visual Tree Assessment (VTA) is a non-invasive method of evaluating the diagnostic
symptoms of internal defects and measuring the probability of a tree failure. Further
investigations using diagnostic decay instruments will sometimes be required to quantify
these defects and determine if a tree actually poses a hazard. Remedial actions may
have to be taken to reduce the risk of tree failure.

a. All subject trees shall be assessed, evaluated and reported individually.

b. All photographs shall be clearly captioned and annotated with tree species and ID
number as shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of a Photograph of a Tree in Full View with Proper Annotation

T104 Peltophorum pterocarpum next to LP5 at Lawn E

c. All subject trees shall be inspected as thoroughly as possible, such as through using
the ISA Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form. If necessary, in-depth assessments using tree
inspection tools and precision instruments are recommended to assess the full extent
of defects. Examples of basic tree information required in the report are as follows:

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a. Tree ID (corresponding to QP’s plan)

b. Tree species
c. Common name
d. Girth (in metres)
Tree e. Height of tree (in metres)
Characteristics f. Crown spread
g. Tree form
h. Live crown ratio
i. Pruning history
j. Special value

a. Foliage color
b. Foliage density
Tree Health c. Wound wood development
d. Twig dieback
e. Pests and disease

a. Lean with soil lifting/soil cracks

b. Roots defect
Tree Defects c. Trunk defect
d. Branch defect

a. Site character
b. Recent disturbance
Site Condition c. Presence of soil lifting/soil cracks
d. Obstructions
e. Slope

a. Under the tree

Target b. Occupancy
c. Can target be removed

Note:
CA is to further assess the structural integrity of tree and evidence of structural weaknesses.
Examples of structural weaknesses include weak included-bark unions and high percentage
of deadwood. CA has to provide angle of lean and direction of lean with reference to the
compass directions.

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d. All observations made shall be duly recorded and reported in a clear and objective
manner. Examples on presentation of information that are required in reports are as
follows:

Example 1
Tree with major decay and/or cavity using Resistograph and/or PiCUS

• Indicate the size, depth and location on the tree and direction of all cavities as
shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of the Cavities Found at the Base of the Trunk with Annotations Showing the
Directions and Depths of Cavity

Northeast Southeast

Open cavities and wounds found at Northeast and Southeast base of trunk. Probe
inserted showed the depths of cavities to be more than 0.4m deep.

Note:
The direction is to be made in reference to the compass directions.

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• Conduct in-depth assessment and further studies, if necessary, using tree decay
detection equipment (e.g. Resistograph and/or PiCUS) as in the following
illustration.

Illustration of the Use of Resistograph with Measurement Points Indicated in Yellow and
PiCUS with Measurement Points Indicated in Blue

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Interpretation and conclusion of findings are to be provided as shown in the

following illustrations.

Illustration of Resistograph Drilling Carried Out at a Measurement Point with the

Corresponding Interpretation and Conclusion

Resistograph drilling (R1) taken

at trunk to root junction shows
decay after 21cm. This indicates
that decay has already infected
partially at the underside of the
tension root (BR1).

R1

Illustration of a Tomograph Result with the Corresponding Interpretation and Conclusion

Tomogram results taken at lowest level at 150mm

height indicates 99% sound and intact at the
tested plane. Verification drills R1, R2, R4, R7,
R9, R11 and R12 are carried out at a 45 degree
angle at trunk base. R3, R5, R6, R8, R10 and R13
are carried out at buttresses.

• Confirm if decay is spreading.

• Assess if the decay can be mitigated and recommend remedial actions.

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Example 2
Tree with lean

• Provide a brief description such as direction and degree of the lean as shown
in the following illustration.

Illustration of a Leaning Tree with Angle of Lean and Direction Annotated on Photograph

Northeast Direction

Angle of Lean
= 15 Degrees

• Confirm if lean is natural (e.g. phototropism).

• Verify if the tree has responded with a sweep.

• Assess if there is any lifting or mounting of soil at the base of the tree as shown
in the following illustration.

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Illustration of a Leaning Tree with Signs of Mounting of Soil at Base of Tree

• Assess if there are cracks in the soil or distinct gaps between the roots and soil as
shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of a Leaning Tree with Cracks in the Soil

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• Provide detailed assessment of the roots and root systems (e.g. presence or
absence of tension or compression roots).

• Assess whether there are targets and the potential of failure.

Note:
The direction of lean is to be made in reference to the compass directions.
The angle of lean is to be measured from the vertical.

Tree Impact Assessment

The Tree Impact Assessment is an evaluation of the adverse impacts of construction
activities on tree health and stability. Measures and treatments may have to be taken to
mitigate the risk of tree failure.

a. Detailed impact assessment of proposed works on tree shall be done and reported
individually with comprehensive illustrations, explanations and recommendations.

b. Assessment on impacts of excavations and paving works on tree health and stability
will have to be made. Root exploratory trenches/holes are required if proposed
works are in close proximity or encroach into the recommended TPZ of subject tree.
All excavation works are to be done manually and supervised by the CA. Strictly no
roots are to be damaged/cut. The detailed information should comprise:

• Site and cross-sectional plan showing location of trees, proposed works and
trenches with clear dimensions as shown in the following illustrations.

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Illustration of a Site and Cross-Sectional Plan Showing Subject Tree in Relation to Nearby
Proposed Works

Tree T1 is 2.2m away from

edge of proposed drain

T1

Tree Protection Zone

Tree T1 is 1.8m away from proposed

excavation (position of trial trench)

Tree T1 is 1.8m away

from line of excavation

1.8m

Drain

Working space required

for construction of drain

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• Photographs showing location of root exploratory trenches and holes dug up at

the actual position of excavation as shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of a Tree in Relation to Proposed Works (with Clear Dimensions and Annotations)

5.5m 3.5m

Position of proposed scupper

pipe with working space

• Photographs of root exploratory trenches and roots found in trenches (with girth
sizes and depth) as shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of Roots Found in Root Exploratory Trench (Roots are Labelled with the
Corresponding Girth Sizes and Depth)

0.35m girth @ 0.2m

below soil level

1.8m away from

0.3m girth @ 0.3m centre of tree
below soil level

0.05m girth @ 0.5m 0.5m girth @ 0.4m

below soil level below soil level

0.5m girth @ 0.2m

below soil level

Proposed alignment of
peripheral drain

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• Recommendation on percentage of root cuts and its impact on tree health and
stability, if roots cannot be avoided.

• Proposed construction method statement and tree conservation measures for
proper tree conservation.

c. Assessment on impacts of proposed pruning works on tree health and aesthetic as

a result of necessary headroom height clearance. The detailed information should
comprise:

• Site plan showing location of the trees and proposed works.

• Photographs of required headroom clearances in relation to trees and branches

as shown in the following illustration.

Illustration of Required Headroom Clearance in Relation to Tree and Branches due to

Proposed Works

5.0m

Bored pile
(estimated at 15.0m high)

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• Recommendation on the numbers and percentage of branch cuts and impact

on tree aesthetic and health, if branches cannot be avoided as shown in the
following illustration.

Illustration of Percentage of Crown Affected in Relation to Proposed Works

Approximately 25% of the

live crown biomass will be
affected by the proposed
bored pile and machine

5.0m

• Necessary measures and follow-up actions are to be taken for proper

conservation of tree.

d. Assessment on impacts of proposed changes in soil levels on tree health and stability.
The detailed information should comprise:

• Details on the change in soil level for each individual tree as shown in the
following illustration.

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Illustration of Change in Soil Level due to Backfilling Works

Finished Soil Level

Original Soil Level

80mm

• Impact of proposed soil level change on tree health and stability.

• Necessary measures and follow-up actions are to be taken for proper

conservation of tree.

e. Summary of findings

• CA to provide a discussion of the overall findings from the Visual Tree Assessment
and Tree Impact Assessment for each tree.

f. Decision

• CA to recommend retention, removal or transplantation of affected tree with
proper reasoning.

g. Follow-up action

• CA to propose tree preservation methods and mitigation measures for each tree.

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3 GREENERY PROVISION WITHIN

PREMISES
Greenery is essential in the urban built environment as it provides multiple benefits. It
enhances the quality of life and improves the urban environment and its eco-systems.
Greenery also helps to regulate temperature, improves air quality and increases
biodiversity, which in turn improves our physiology and mental health.

With population growth resulting in increasing demand for space, land set aside for
greenery can also become scarce. As such, a set of requirements on greenery provision
within premises serves to ensure constant pervasive greenery so as to create a pleasant
living and working environment for all.

Requirements on Greenery Provision within Premises

Green Buffer

Green buffer is the planting area within and along the boundary of a premises adjoining
a public road. When planted up lushly with trees and shrubs, it serves as a buffer
between the development and the road, and contributes to a more pleasant internal
environment. The green buffer is also important in augmenting the roadside greenery,
which is a key element of our City in a Garden.

Green buffer is required along the sides of the development boundaries that front a
public road. The width of the green buffer, which is a segment within the road buffer,
shall be provided in accordance with the road category. The classification of the road
category is available from Land Transport Authority (LTA) through the purchase of the
Road Line Plan (RLP). Please refer to the subsequent table on Green Buffer Requirements
for Developmental Boundaries Fronting Roads.

Green buffers should generally be flat to the ratio of 1:40. If site situation does not permit,
the proposed slope should not be steeper than the ratio of 1:2.5.

Note:
• The provision of the green buffer is exempted for the side(s) of the landed housing
development adjoining Category 5 road.
• The landed housing development above refers to a good class bungalow, a detached
house, a bungalow, a semi-detached house or a terrace house.

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Green Buffer Requirements for Developmental Boundaries Fronting Roads

Classification of Road Based Proposed Use/ Green Buffer Width

on Road Interpretation Plan Development

Category 1 All developments 5.0m

Category 2 Residential/educational 5.0m

Commercial/industrial/ 3.0m
institutional/multi-storey
carpark/place of worship

Category 3 All developments 3.0m

Category 4-5 & slip roads All developments 3.0m

Note:
• For multi-storey carpark facing a Category 3-5 road, its green buffer provision is based
on predominant use of the development.
• For Non-Category road, green buffer provision will be based on the road category
that best matches the road reserve width.
• In cases where setback requirements are altered, NParks may revise the width of the
green buffer accordingly on a case-by-case basis.

Peripheral Planting Verges

Peripheral planting verges provide a quality green and pleasant space between
neighbouring developments, to be enjoyed by both developments as well as contributing
to the overall greenery in Singapore.

A minimum of 2.0m wide peripheral planting verge is to be provided along all sides of
development boundaries except where it fronts a public road. In such situations, a green
buffer that corresponds to the road category shall be provided.

The 2.0m wide tree planting verge should generally be flat to the ratio of 1:40. If site
situations do not permit, the proposed slope should not be steeper than the ratio of
1:2.5.

Note:
The provision of the peripheral planting verge is exempted for the following developments
• Landed housing developments (i.e. a good class bungalow, a detached house, a
bungalow, a semi-detached house or a terrace house).
• Industrial or warehouse developments on land zoned as “Business 1”, “Business
1-White”, “Business 2” and “Business 2-White” under URA’s Master Plan where the
side(s) of the premise adjoins another industrial or warehouse development.

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Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges Requirements within a Premise

Common
2.0m Peripheral Boundary
2.0m Peripheral
Planting Verge
Planting Verge

Common
Road Reserve Line/ Boundary
Boundary Line
Bui
ldin
Phy g
sica
l Bu f
f er B ui
3. ree

l din
0m n
G

gS
or uf

et B
5. fer

ack
B

0m

Pub L in
e
lic A
Roa Roa ccess
d d 2.0m Peripheral
Planting Verge

Gradient of Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

Road Reserve Line/ Gradient not Steeper than 1:2.5

Boundary Line

D ra
in
2.0
m

>0
.5m
Width of Green Buffer/
Peripheral Planting Verge

Note:
Footing of the wall should be recessed at least 2.0m below the proposed ground level if it
encroaches more than 0.5m into a peripheral planting verge.

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Specific Developments Exempted from Provision of Green Buffers and/or Peripheral Planting
Verges

Some developments are exempted from the provision of green buffers and/or peripheral
planting verges along specific sides of the development.

Specific Developments Exempted from Provision of Green Buffers and/or Peripheral Planting
Verges
No Development Type of Planting Area Exempted

1 Landed housing developments Peripheral planting verges

Green buffers for the side of the

premises adjoining a Category 5
road

2 Industrial and warehouse developments Peripheral planting verges for

on land zoned as “Business 1”, “Business the sides of premises adjoining
1-White”, “Business 2” and “Business another industrial or warehouse
2-White” under URA Master Plan development

3 All developments Tree planting verges for open air

parking area at street level used as
a loading/unloading bay

4 Specified premises as listed in Appendix B Green buffers and peripheral

(see Chapter 10 on Appendices) planting verges

Note:
• The above mentioned developments are exempted from provision of green buffer and/
or peripheral planting verges only if the landuse type and development type remain
unchanged.
• Please note that you may still be required to make a DC application to NParks even if
greenery provision within the development has been exempted. Refer to Chapter 8 on
Submission Procedures for NParks’ DC application requirement.
• We advise the QP to consult NParks through the walk-in pre-submission consultation
clinic for any enquiry pertaining to the exemption of greenery provision before
submission.

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Alternative Green Buffer Configuration

For developments with considerations such as technical constraints or with special design
intents, alternative configurations of the green buffer provision can be considered on a
case-by-case basis.

Such configuration must fulfil the following conditions:

a. A minimum clear width of 2.0m planting verge must still be provided along the same
side(s) of the development boundary, where applicable.

b. The final area of green buffer allowed to be configured within the same side of
the development boundary shall not be less than the original area of green buffer
required.

You may refer to the following illustrations as examples of alternative green buffer
configuration.

Figure 1 Example of Alternative Green Buffer Configurations for Developments with Other
Site Considerations (Diagrammatic Plan View)

2.0m Peripheral
Planting Verge
2.0m Peripheral
Planting Verge

B ui
l din
5.0 g
m
5.0
m
2.

Pu b 2.0
0m

Pub lic m
lic Roa Acc 6.0m
Roa d ess W i d
d Roa e
d
Tot 3.0
a m
l Fr 3.0m Wide
= 4 ontag Green Buffer Line
2.0 e L
m eng Road Reserve Line/
th
Boundary Line

Affected Green Buffer is replaced along

same side of the development boundary
Total original green buffer area (108 sqm)
Total configured green buffer area
≥ total original green buffer area Total configured green buffer area (110 sqm)

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Figure 2 Example of Alternative Green Buffer Configurations for Developments with Other
Site Considerations (Diagrammatic Plan View)

Affected Green Buffer is replaced along

same side of the development boundary

Total configured green buffer area

≥ total original green buffer area

2.0m Peripheral
Planting Verge

B ui
l din
g
6.8
m 6.8
m
Ca
Ca

rp a
rp

rk
ar

CA 2.0 L ot
k

s
Lo

T3 m
2.

ts

Pu b
0m

lic
Roa Acc 6.0m
d ess W i d
Roa e
d
Tot 3.0
m
a l Fr 3.0m Wide
= 3 ontag Green Buffer Line
4.0 e L
m eng Road Reserve Line/
th Boundary Line

Total original green buffer area (84 sqm)

Total configured green buffer area (88 sqm)

Grass pavers

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Plantings within Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

a. There should be sufficient amount of shade tree planting and landscaping to enhance
the built environment and provide screening while reducing glare and heat. The
planting pattern can be singular in regular planting distance or cluster planting.

b. Plantings within green buffers and peripheral planting verges are recommended to
have a mosaic of trees, shrubs and groundcovers to create a lush and multi-tiered
landscape.

c. There shall be adequate space for trees to grow to their full spread and height; hence,
no structures should be close to the tree.

d. The tree planting strips should be true ground or with soil area large enough to
accommodate the particular rooting habits. They must be free from encumbrances.

e. An established and lush landscape upon project completion should be achieved

through planting of larger trees and denser foliage at the installation period.

f. Allowable structures proposed within the tree planting strips should be screened
by landscape or contribute to the landscape efforts. Height of structures should be
suitable for the intended use and not hinder the growth of trees.

g. Good practices on plantings within green buffers and peripheral planting verges are
shown in the following images.

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Good Practices of Plantings within Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

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Developments Bordering Drainage Reserves

For developments that border drainage reserves (DRs), peripheral planting verges or
green buffers shall be provided after the drainage reserve line.

Where a DR is not required to be vested to the State, peripheral planting verges or

green buffers may be provided above the drainage reserve (after the road reserve
line), subjected to a provision of minimum 2.0m soil depth. The following scenarios are
illustrated as reference.

Scenario 1
DR to be vested back to the State

Where DR is required to be vested back to the State, peripheral planting verges or

green buffers shall be provided after the drainage reserve line.

DR to be Vested Back to the State

Retaining/
Boundary Wall

Drainage Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

Road Reserve Line

th
tpa
Foo

G
Bu f r e e n
f er g
ldin
D ra
in Bui

Drainage
Reserve

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Scenario 2
DR not required to be vested back to the State

Where DR is not required to be vested back to the State, peripheral planting verges
or green buffers may be provided above the DR (i.e. after road reserve line),
subject to a provision of minimum 2.0m soil depth for tree planting.

DR not Required to be Vested Back to the State

Drainage Reserve Line

Retaining/
Boundary Wall

Road Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

D
Res raina
er v ge
e

G
Bu f r e e n
f er
≥2. g
0 ldin
m Bui
D ra
in

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Scenario 3
DR not required to be vested to the State and has soil depth less than 2.0m

Where DR is not required to be vested back to the State and the provision of
minimum 2.0m soil depth cannot be achieved, peripheral planting verges or green
buffers are to be provided after the drainage reserve line.

DR not Required to be Vested Back to the State and Soil Depth <2.0m

Drainage Reserve Line

Retaining/
Boundary Wall

Road Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

D
Res raina
er v ge
e

G
D ra Bu f r e e n g
in f er
ldin
Bui

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DR Located within Development Side and abutting Peripheral Planting Verge

Drainage Reserve Peripheral Planting

Verge

Retaining/Boundary Wall along Green Buffers and Peripheral

Planting Verges
The width of green buffers and 2.0m wide peripheral planting verges should exclude the
boundary/retaining wall. Footing of the wall should be recessed at least 2.0m below the
proposed ground level if it encroaches more than 0.5m into a planting verge.

Boundary Wall Abutting Green Buffers/Peripheral Planting Verges

Boundary Wall

Road Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

G
Per Buffe reen G
Pe B u f r e e n
i
Pl ph r/ Pla riphe fer/
Ver anting eral Ver nting ral
ge
ge
2.0
2.0 mR g
mR e ce l din
e ce >0
ss B ui
>0. ss . 5m
Enc
5m ro a
c hm
E ncr e nt
o ac
hm
e nt

Drain

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Retaining Wall Abutting Green Buffers/Peripheral Planting Verges

Road Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

G
Per Buffe reen
Pl iph r/
Ver anting eral
ge

g
ldin
Bui

Retaining Wall

Retaining/Boundary Wall (>0.5m Encroachment) abutting Green Buffers/Peripheral

Planting Verges
Retaining/Boundary Wall
Road Reserve Line/
Boundary Line
G r al
re s/

B Gr
B u ip h in g

en

P l a Pe r i u f f e r e e n
Pe an e r

f f e er
r t

ntin phe s/
Pl erg fte ent

s t
e nc ar t g V r al
V sa m

ro a s a erg
st roa
en

ar c h

c hm f t e r e
t
c

e nt
<2
.0
<2 Rec m g
.0 l din
ess B ui
Rec m
>0
. 5m
>0. ess Enc
ro a
5m ch me
En c nt
ro a
ch me
nt

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Submerged Basement Structure within Green Buffers and

Peripheral Planting Verges
Submerged basement structures which encroach into green buffers and/or peripheral
planting verges should be at least 2.0m below the ground level.

Headroom clearance for basement must be taken into consideration in the early planning
and design stage of the development.

Submerged Basement Structure within Green Buffers/Peripheral Planting Verges

Road Reserve Line/

Boundary Line

Building
Setback

Green
Buffer/
Peripheral
Building Planting
Verge

2.0m
(min)

Basement

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Allowable Structures within Green Buffers and Peripheral

Planting Verges
a. Green buffers and peripheral planting verges should be free from any encroachment,
except for allowable minor ancillary structures and landscaping structures as listed in
the following table.

Structures allowed within Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

S/No Structures Remarks

1 Flag poles Installed on individual recessed footings

2 Lamp posts -

3 Guard house/ Additional provision of toilet and resting

Sentry post facilities should be sited outside of the
green buffer area

4 Bin point Bin centres are not allowed

5 OG boxes -

6 Water bulk meter -

7 Inspection chamber & Minor sewer lines laid parallel to the

minor sewer lines development boundary within the green
buffers and peripheral planting verges
must be recessed at least 2.0m below
ground level

8 Underground services Services laid parallel to the development

boundary within the green buffers and
peripheral planting verges must be
recessed at least 2.0m below ground level

Services transversing perpendicularly across

the green buffers and peripheral planting
verges do not need to be recessed at least
2.0m below the ground level

9 Fire hydrant -

10 Entrance gate/post -

11 Metering compartment -

12 Development permanent Integrated with landscaping and does not

signage interfere with roadside tree planting

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Landscape Features allowed within Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

S/No Structures Remarks

1 Garden furniture, e.g. landscape • Open-sided, not enclosed

light fittings, benches
• Not too big in size
2 Trellis
• Contribute to landscaping
3 Water features efforts and generally
enhance greenery
provision

b. For any given side of the development, the combined length of the allowable
structures must not exceed 3.0m or 25% of the length of the green buffer or
peripheral planting verge along that side, whichever is greater.

Illustrations for Allowable Structures within Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges
(Diagrammatic Sectional View)

Building Building

Meter
Compartment Bin Point
Guardhouse Meter Compartment
Bin Point Access Green Access Guardhouse
Road Buffer Road

a b c a + b +c

L L

Note:
L includes ingress/egress as these are deemed as essentials for all developments.
Total available frontage will be reduced if the ingress/egress is excluded.

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Calculation for Allowable Structures

Allowable Structures within Green Buffer

= 10.0m / 42.0m x 100%
= 23.8% (<25%)

Grass Pavers

Water
2.0m
Feature
Peripheral
Planting Verge

3.0m Wide Bui

Green Buffer Line ldin
g
Road Reserve Line/
Boundary Line

Tot
al Le
n gt Pub
ho
6. ide s

fD lic
0m
W es

eve Roa
A o ad
cc

lop d
R

me
nta Guardhouse
l Fr
o nta
g e=
42.
0 m
Total Length of
Landscape
Structures
= 10.0m

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c. Allowable landscaping structures should contribute toward the landscaping efforts,

and can be well-integrated with the provision of trees planted within the green buffers
or peripheral planting verges.

Good Examples of Landscape Features in Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges

Garden Furniture Guard House

Development Signage Water Bulk Meter

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d. Allowable structures above ground should generally be screened with landscaping.

Examples of Allowable Structures in Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges that
could be enhanced with Landscaping

Bulk Water Meter

Water Feature

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Planting Provision Abutting/Adjacent Internal Driveways

For public building development (e.g. public housing estates, government schools, military
camps), in addition to green buffers and peripheral planting verges, a minimum 2.0m
wide tree planting verge is to be provided on at least one side of the proposed internal
driveway if the driveway does not abut the green buffers or any of the peripheral planting
verges.

The 2.0m wide tree planting verge should generally be flat to the ratio of 1:40. If site
situation does not permit, the proposed slope should not be steeper than the ratio of
1:2.5.

This 2.0m wide tree planting verge should be free from encroachment, above and below
the ground level.

Basement structure below any planting verges must be recessed at least 2.0m below
ground level.

Planting Verge Provided on At Least One Side of the Proposed Internal Driveway

2.0m 1.2m

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Planting Provision for Open Air Parking Area

at Street Level
Introduction
All open air parking areas at street level for vehicular parking must cater for the provision
of planting areas for the purpose of tree planting. This is beneficial as trees provide
shade, reduce glare and contribute to an overall more pleasant environment.

Requirements
The design of an open air parking area at street level must take into consideration the
requirements listed under the following categories.

a. Planting provision
b. Grass pavers
c. Landscaping

Planting Provision
a. A minimum 2.0m wide planting verge is to be provided along a row of parking
lots, if the parking area does not abut to the green buffer or any of the 2.0m wide
peripheral planting verges.

b. A minimum 4.0m wide planting verge (centre divider) is to be provided between two
rows of parking lots.

c. A minimum 4.0m wide planting verge is to be provided between a building and

parking lots.

d. The planting verges should generally be flat to the ratio of 1:40. If site situation does
not permit, the proposed slope should not be steeper than the ratio of 1:2.5.

e. All planting verges should be free from encroachment, above and below the ground
level.

f. Basement structure below any planting verges must be recessed at least 2.0m below
ground level.

Note:

• The provision of the planting verge is not required for parking lots within residential
landed housing developments
• The provision of the planting verge is exempted for loading/unloading bays.

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Planting Provision and Grass Paver Guideline for Open Air Parking Area at
Street Level (Not to Scale)

Building

4.0m Wide
Planting Verge
Parking Lots
fully laid with
Grass Paver

4.0m Wide
Planting Verge

2.0m Wide
Peripheral
Planting Verge

3.0m or 5.0m Wide

Green Buffer

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Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking Area

at Street Level
For developments with considerations such as technical constraints or with special design
intents, alternative configurations for the planting verges can be considered on a case-by-
case basis. For example, the tree planting area can be placed in-between parking lots or
combined with planting verge along the row of parking lots.

Such configuration must fulfil the following conditions:

a. Total configured planting area shall not be less than the total original planting area
required for the number of parking lots provided; and

b. Planting areas, designated for trees to be planted up to a maximum spacing of three
lots width for angled parking or two lots length for parallel parking, must have a
minimum 2.0m clear width; and

c. All other planting area, if provided, shall keep a minimum clear width of at least
1.0m.

Note:
To cater for the space needed for the crown spread of a tree to the building façade,
planting area designated for tree planting abutting to a building should maintain a
minimum planting space of 4.0m from the building line.

Refer to the following scenarios as examples for alternative planting area configuration.

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Examples of Parking Lots Planting Area Provision which Fulfil the Conditions for
Alternative Configuration (Not to Scale)

A. Single Row of (Angled) Parking Lots

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 24 sqm will be required along a
row of five parking lots.

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Example 1
Total configured planting
area (24 sqm)
= Original planting area
provision
2.5m Wide Each parking 2.5m Wide
Planting Area lot size = Planting Area Driveway
2.4m x 4.8m

Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

1.0m Clear Width Planting Area

Example 2
Total configured planting
area (25.9 sqm)
≥ Original planting area
provision
2.4m wide Each parking 2.5m Wide
planting area lot size = Planting Area Driveway
2.4m x 4.8m

Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

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Examples of Parking Lots Planting Area Provision which Fulfil the Conditions for
Alternative Configuration (Not to Scale)

A. Single Row of (Parallel) Parking Lots

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 54 sqm will be required along a
row of five parallel parking lots.

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Example 3 1.5m Clear Width Planting Area

Total configured planting

area (56.1 sqm)
≥ Original planting area Each parking
provision lot size =
2.4m x 5.4m
2.0m Wide
Planting Area
2.0m Wide
Planting Area
Driveway

Min 1.0m clear width Tree planted at max spacing of two lots length

B. Between Two Rows of Parking Lots

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 48 sqm will be required between
two rows of five parking lots.

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Driveway

Example 4
Total configured planting
1.5m Clear Width Planting Area
area (51.3 sqm)
≥ Original planting area
provision

Each parking 3.0m Wide

Driveway
lot size = Planting Area
2.4m x 4.8m

Min 1.0m clear width Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

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C. Between a Row of Parking Lots and a Building

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 48 sqm will be required between
a row of five parking lots and the building.

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Building

Example 5 Min 1.0m clear width 1.5m Clear Width Planting Area
Total configured planting
area (48.24 sqm)
≥ Original planting area
provision

2.4m Wide 2.4m Wide Each parking

Planting Area Planting Area lot size = Driveway
2.4m x 4.8m

Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

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Planting Provision for Sheltered Parking Lots at Street Level

a. The requirements for planting provision specified under Chapter 3, Planting Provision
for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level are also applicable for parking lots
sheltered by standalone structures or by building an extension*. (refer to Figure 1 for
some examples of such planting area provision)

b. For developments with special design intent for an extension* from building to shelter
over the directly adjacent parking lots, based on the extent of area covered, the
planting area provision must fulfil the following conditions:

• If more than half (>50%) of the parking lots area is under the shelter, the restricted
planting area shall be replaced with a green roof system and/or trellis planting
considered on a case-by-case basis with:

i. Provision of suitable planting medium to support a sustainable green roof

or trellis planting.

ii. Planting is to be established and provide a full green cover over the shelter.

iii. Maintenance access provided should meet Work-at-Heights (WAH)

regulations.

• If less than half (<50%) of the parking lots area is under shelter, planting
area(s) designated for trees to be planted up to a maximum spacing of three lots
width for angled parking can be placed between the parking lots and must have
a minimum 2.0m clear width. The total configured planting area shall not be less
than the total original planting area required between the row of open air parking
areas at street level and the building. You may refer to Figure 2 for an example of
such alternative planting area provision.

c. Planting provision is exempted for parking lot with more than half (>50%) of its area
within the building. (refer to Figure 3 for illustration)

Note:
*Extension refers to permanent structure(s) from the building such as building canopy or
roof fixture.

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Figure 1
Examples of Parking Lots Planting Area Provision for Sheltered Parking Lots
(Not to Scale)

A. Standalone Shelter for Row of Parking Lots Adjacent to Building

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 48 sqm will be required between
a row of five parking lots and the building.

Building

4.0m Wide Planting Area

Example 6
Total planting area provision:
4.0m X (2.4m X 5)
= 48 sqm
Standalone Shelter over Parking Lots

Driveway

Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Building

Min 1.0m clear width 1.5m Clear Width Planting Area

Example 7
Total planting area provision
(48.24 sqm) Standalone Shelter Standalone Shelter
≥ Original planting area over Parking Lots over Parking Lots

provision

2.4m Wide 2.4m Wide

Planting Area Planting Area Driveway

Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

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B. Building with Extension of Shelter Covering less than Half of Parking Lot Area

For standard planting area provision, a planting area of 48 sqm will be required between
a row of five parking lots and the building.
Tree planting area with min 2.0m clear width

Building

1st Storey Building Line

Example 8
Total configured planting
area (48 sqm)
= Original planting area
provision
2.5m Wide 2.5m Wide 2.5m Wide 2.5m Wide
Planting Area Planting Area Planting Area Planting Area
Driveway

Tree planted at max spacing of three lots width

Building

Provision of planting areas at intervals

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Figure 2
Examples of Parking Lot with at least half of the Area Covered by Extension of Shelter
from the Adjoining Building (Not to Scale)

The standard parking lots planting area provision shall be converted to a green roof
system or trellis planting system on the building extension or permanent roof fixture with a
full green canopy and maintenance access.

Building

Green Roof

Line of 1st Storey Roof

Driveway

Interlocking
Pavers

Parking lots abutting building with extension

of roof or permanent roof fixture
(Note: Temporary canopies are not allowed)

Interlocking
Pavers
Building

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Figure 3
Example of Parking Lot with more than half (>50%) of the Parking Lot Area under or
within Building (Not to Scale)

The standard planting area provision for open air parking area at street level is not
required for parking lots with more than half of its area within a building.

Building

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Surface Treatment to Parking Lots

Introduction

Parking areas are often characterised by the presence of vast area of tarmac or concrete
surfaces, which can be a disamenity due to glare and heat. The provision of greenery
within the parking areas, through the installation of grass pavers or planting of shrubs, can
help to soften and mitigate the harshness of such paved surfaces.

Requirements

a. All parking lots are to be fully laid with grass pavers designed for at least 35% of
the lot area to be turfed.

b. The exceptions to the provision of grass pavers are:

• Parking lot with more than half of its area under shelter
• Heavy vehicle, lorry, bus, motorcycle and handicapped parking lots
• Loading/unloading bay

Examples of Alternative Paving with each parking lot having at least 35% of Green Area
(Not to Scale)
0.15m 2.1m 0.15m
4.8m

Sandstone Slabs Concrete Blocks Granite Surface Grass Cells

Softscape

Hardscape

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c. Developments may choose to implement shrub planting at regular intervals in between

parking lots in lieu of grass pavers. In comparison to turf, shrub planting provides
a denser layer of greenery which will help moderate ambience temperature within
concretised urban areas. Moreover, a creative selection of shrub species can be used to
complement the development’s design intent and enhance the space uniquely.

For shrub planting as an alternative surface treatment, the planting area configuration
is to fulfil the following conditions:

• A minimum 1.0m wide planting area shall be provided up to a maximum spacing
of seven lots width for angled parking or four lots length for parallel parking (refer
to the subsequent examples as illustrated); and

• All the conditions in Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking
Areas at Street Level are applicable.

Examples of Shrub Planting provided in lieu of Grass Pavers (Not to Scale)

Min 1.0m clear width with shrub planting

Wider Parking
Lot Size

2.5m Wide
Planting Area Driveway

2.5m Wide Wider Parking 2.5m Wide

Planting Area Lot Size Planting Area Driveway

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Example of Shrub Planting provided in lieu of Grass Pavers (Planting Area is provided
at a Maximum Interval Spacing of Seven Parking Lots for Angled Parking and Maximum
Spacing of Four Parking Lots for Parallel Parking) (Not to Scale)

Driveway

3.0m Wide Planting Area

Wider Parking Lot Size Driveway

Min 1.0m clear width with shrub planting

2.0m Wide Each parking 2.0m Wide

Planting Area lot size = Planting Area Driveway
2.4m x 5.4m

d. To avoid disamenity to the vehicular users, you are advised to design for sufficient
space between parking lots and adjacent shrub plantings.

e. Please refer to the subsequent table on Suggested Shrubs for Open Air Parking Area
at Street Level for shrub species with their respective characteristics. For alternative
selections of shrub, you are advised to choose desirable species such as those without
spinose structure.

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Tree/Shrub Planting

The gentle beauty of trees and shrubs goes beyond beautifying our urban environment
aesthetically. Trees remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, increase biodiversity
in the urbanised environment of Singapore and readily hold water that could cause
soil erosion and/or flash floods, as well as provide shade and lower the atmospheric
temperature. The value of tree, shrub and greenery provision has been shown to create
measurably healthier people and help in the development of better social relationships
when people are surrounded by greenery. Visual exposure to trees and nature is also
known to reduce stress levels in our fast-paced society.

A list of suggested trees and shrubs is available to help developments make choices
towards a more enhanced landscape within the facility.

a. Tree species can be selected from the following table. It is advisable for the choice of
alternative tree species to have a rounded or spreading crown habit to maximize the
benefits of tree planting as introduced above.

Suggested Trees for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level

S/No Species Approximate Height

When Mature (m)

1 Samanea saman (Rain Tree) 25

2 Hopea odorata 25

3 Filicium decipiens (Fern Tree) 24

4 Michelia alba (White Chempaka) 22

5 Milletia Chempaka 22

6 Pouteria obovata 20

7 Pteleocarpa lamponga 20

8 Dalbergia latifolia 15

9 Neolitsea zeylanica 15

10 Ilex cymosa 12

11 Lagerstroemia speciosa 12
(Rose of India)

12 Xanthostemon chrysanthus 12

13 Brachychiton acerifolius 12

14 Cratoxylum cochinchinensis 12

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b. Shrubs species can be selected from the following table. It is advisable to allow
shrubs to grow to a height of around 1.0m so that surface harshness, such as for
large parking areas, can be visibly softened with flowering shrubs and greenery. For
areas where line-of-sight may pose a safety concern, the shrub planting is required to
be maintained at a lower height.

Suggested Shrubs for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level

S/No Species Shade Flowering Fragrant Drought

Tolerant Tolerant

1 Acalypha hispida

2 Aglaia odorata

3 Bridelia ovata (variegated)

4 Caesalpinia pulcherrima

5 Duranta spp. (except dwarf cultivar)

6 Excoecaria cochinchinensis

7 Galphimia glauca

8 Gardenia tubifera

9 Hamelia patens

10 Ixora spp. (except dwarf cultivar)

11 Jasminum sambac spp.

12 Murraya paniculata

13 Mussaenda spp

14 Osmanthus fragran

15 Pandanus amaryllifolius

16 Phyllanthus myrtifolius

17 Pseuderanthemum carruthersii

18 Schefflera arboricola (variegated)

19 Senna surrattensis

20 Stachytarpheta indica

21 Tecoma capensis ‘Aurea’

22 Thunbergia erecta spp.

23 Wrightia antidysenterica

24 Wrightia religiosa

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Hedges Planting for Proposed Bin Centre and Electrical

Substation within Development Premises
A minimum of 1.0m wide planting verge is to be provided for planting of hedges around
bin centres and substations of public building development as shown in the following
illustration. This is applicable to Public Building Developments.

Photo of Electrical Substation with Hedges as Peripheral Planting

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Hedges Planting for Government Schools

Hedges are required to be planted along the perimeter fence of government schools
to enhance development greenery and to soften the mesh fencing wall.

Hedges Planting along Perimeter Fence of Government School

Planting Scheme at Building Plan Stage

Planting Scheme is to be submitted at Building Plan Stage. It is only applicable to the
following development types, or as specified by NParks:

a. Public buildings (excluding HDB developments)

b. Government schools
c. Good class bungalows within a TCA or vacant land
d. Apartments within a TCA or on vacant land
e. Condominium developments within a TCA or on vacant land
f. Cluster housing development within a TCA or on vacant land
g. All business 1, business 2 and business parks development
h. Open-air parking lots at street level
i. Electrical sub-stations

For submission of planting scheme at building plan stage, please refer to Chapter 8,
Submission Procedures.

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4 GREENERY PROVISION FOR ROADSIDE

Singapore has an extensive roadside greenery that forms the backbone of our City in
a Garden. With the pervasive planting of trees along the roadside, these trees provide
shade for pedestrians and create a pleasant environment for all. Over the decades,
NParks has also introduced colourful and flowering plant species, as well as multi-tiered
planting of trees and shrubs, to enable biodiversity to take root and flourish, and making
our city more vibrant and livable.

Technical Requirements for Roadside Greenery

Provision
Provision for Green Verge
Green verge is the area along the centre median or side of a road, or a traffic island
within a road, which is provided for the growing of trees and other plants. When the
green verge is along the side of a road, it usually consists of a tree planting verge and
service verge. The make-up of the green verge should be in accordance with the LTA’s
code of practice and standards. Where there is no requirement from LTA to provide and
implement the standard road elements, the width of the green verge should minimally
match that of existing site conditions.

Illustration of a Standard Roadside Table Setting

Roadside Table
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Road
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Proposed Green Verge for New and Existing Roads

a. Refer to the following table and illustration for the requirements for proposed green verge.

Requirements for Proposed Green Verge

Soil Turf Gradient of Slope

• Minimum 2.0m soil depth 50mm thick Axonopus Generally to be flat (1:40).
compressus (cow grass) in The finished soil level of the
• Top layer (1.0m depth of close turfing verge is to be 25mm below
approved soil mixture) the footpath

• Bottom layer (1.0m depth

soil)

• There should not be any

hard-core or construction
debris within the backfill
soil/material for the green
verges
G 1:4
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Gre
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2.0 Ve rg e
ms
h a r o il d e
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wit ons t an
hin tru y 1.0m Depth ASM
t h e c t io
b ac n
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b. Length of a planting island between a paired access point of adjoining units should
be at least 6.0m in length.

6.0m wide
green verge
(combined
with adjoining
planting verge)

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Access Point (to
be paired with
adjoining unit)

c. Proposed green verges of less than 0.5m wide or less than 1.0m2 should be paved
to match with the adjacent footpath.

Proposed green verge of

less than 0.5m wide or
less than 1.0m2
C o r r a es
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d. In upgrading projects where the existing open drains are converted into box culvert
(i.e. footpath cum drain), the existing footpath should be converted into green verge.
Refer to the following illustration.

Existing Footpaths Converted into Green Verge

1690 2995 1500

PROP. GREEN VERGE EXTG. GREEN VERGE PROP. FOOTPATH

EXTG. TREE (47) 1740 150 900 150

1:40 EXTG.
EXTG. 1:40
121.844 DRIVEWAY
121.843

150
ROAD
121.625 EXTG. 0.81m WIDE
OPEN DRAIN
TO BE DEMOLISHED
250M M DIA. SCUPPER
PIPE IL 121.844
1:20

1130
PROP.
PROP. 0.9m(W)
IL 120.659 BOX DRAIN

e. New tree/shrub planting is required for proposed green verge. 150

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Disturbed Green Verge for Existing Roads

a. Refer to the following table and illustration for the reinstatement requirements for
disturbed green verges.

Reinstatement Requirements for Disturbed Green Verge

Depth of Reinstatement Reinstatement Gradient of Slope

Excavation of Soil of Turf
during
Construction

At least 1.0m depth of

≥ 1.0m approved soil mixture
(ASM).

There should not be any

hard-core or construction
debris within the backfill
soil/material for the green
verges 50mm thick Axonopus Generally to be flat (1:40)
compressus (cow grass) in The finished soil level of
< 1.0m Backfill ASM for the entire close turfing the verge is to be 25mm
excavated depth below the footpath

There should not be any

hard-core or construction
debris within the backfill
soil/material for the green
verges

Gre
en
Ver Gradient
g e
1:40
2
Soi .0m
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e pt
h
For example, 900mm
depth of excavation
requires 900mm depth of
backfill with ASM.

b. Replacement tree/shrub planting is required for the affected roadside greenery to

replace the affected greenery.

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Encroachment within Green Verge

a. Fire engine hardstanding areas are not to encroach into the green verges.

b. No underground services are allowed to be laid within the tree planting verge.

c. For services that are required to traverse perpendicularly through a tree planting
verge into a building plot:

• They are to be laid at a minimum 2.0m below ground level where possible;

Cross Section showing Underground Services that Traverse across Green Verge

Tre Gradient
e
Ver Plant 1:40
ge ing

Underground services
to be laid at least 2.0m
below the ground level.

• They are to be laid at least 2.0m away from the centre of a tree/palm.
Dependent on the root spread, especially for trees with girth of more than 2.0m, a
wider clearance may be required as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Clearance of Underground Services from the Centre of a Tree/Palm

Underground services
traversing through a tree
planting verge into a
building plot.

Min
2.0
m

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Soil Specifications of Green Verges

Soil is a vital component of the green verges, as it contains the nutrients, water and air
that are needed by trees and plants to grow healthily. It serves as the medium for root
anchorage and provides for tree stability. Hence, the quality of the soil is essential.

To ensure good and consistent quality of soil within the green verges, approved soil
mixture (ASM) must be used. The component of the ASM shall be in the ratio 3:2:1 of
loamy soil, compost and washed sand, respectively. The proportions are by volume.

Specifications for Approved Soil Mixture (ASM)

Parameters Required Range/Value

pH 6.5–7.5

Electrical Conductivity Less than 2.0 dS/m

Organic Matter Minimum 10% by dry weight

Cation Exchange Capacity Greater than 10meq/100g soil by dry weight

Bulk Density Greater than 0.8Mg/m3

Soil Texture Composition Sand (0.05–2.00mm) Max 75% Min 20%

Silt (0.002–0.05mm) Max 60% Min 5%
Clay (Less than 0.002mm) Max 30% Min 5%

Heavy Metal Concentration To comply with national standards under public health and
pollution control, whenever such standards are applicable

Organic Contaminants To comply with national standards under public health and
pollution control, whenever such standards are applicable

Pathogens To comply with national standards under public health and

pollution control, whenever such standards are applicable

To ensure that the quality of the planting mixture conforms to NParks’ standard for ASM,
NParks may conduct a physical check of the soil at the Certificate of Statutory Completion
(CSC) stage. As a self-check measure, we strongly encourage developer/owner to do a
laboratory test of the soil prior to backfilling of the roadside green verge to ascertain the
quality of the soil. For more information, please refer to Chapter 7 Certificate of Statutory
Completion.

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Planting within Green Verges

All green verges are required to be planted with turf, shrubs and trees to provide shade
and pervasive greenery. The tree and plant species will be specified by NParks upon
submission of development plan, and is dependent on site condition and landscaping
theme for the location.

Owners who are interested in planting and maintaining shrubs on green verges fronting
their premises are required to make an application to NParks for a planting permit. This
is not required for landed housing development. The planting permit application form is
available on NParks’ website.

Turfing

Axonopus compressus (cow grass) supplied shall be of healthy and vigorous stock. Turf
shall be laid abutting (close turfing) with no visible spaces between adjoining turfs. On
completion, the turfing shall present a uniform and regular appearance.

The grass or turf shall be 50mm in thickness with provision of at least 100mm depth
planting mixture comprising 3 parts of loamy soil, 2 parts of compost and 1 part of
washed sand. (refer to Chapter 5 on the Section under Turfing)

Tree Planting for Tree Planting Verges ≥2.0m Wide

For tree planting verges that are more than or equal to 2.0m wide, proposed trees should
be planted at 1.0m away from the edge of the footpath.

Tree Planting for Tree Planting Verges ≥2.0m Wide

1m
of ee
i dth vice f Tr erge
Fo D

W S e r rg e o
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p a in
m

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th

P ≥

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Tree Planting for Tree Planting Verges <2.0m Wide

For tree planting verges that are less than 2.0m wide, proposed trees should be planted
at the midpoint of the tree planting verge. Depending on the width of road reserve, the
tree planting verge may be 1.2m, 1.5m or 2.0m wide.

Tree Planting for Verges <2.0m Wide

Midpoint distance of tree planting

verge as measured from edge of
the footpath cum drain

of
dt h e
Wi Servic rge ee
f Tr erge Fo D
Ve o
dt h g V
ot r a
cu

p a in
m

Wi lantin th
P

Total width of tree planting

verge >1.2m

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Tree Planting within Existing Footpath (Tree in Footpath)

The aeration provision should comprise a minimum area of unpaved area, with loose
paved PC slabs around the tree base that match with the existing ones, or in accordance
with the following illustrations.

Tree Planting within Footpath

Existing/
Proposed Tree
Fo

m
1.0
o
tp
at
h

Unsealed aeration area

(1.0m x 1.0m) to be close turfed
with Axonopus compressus (Cow
1.
0m

grass)
1.
0m

1.
0m

Fo
otp
at
h
Ca
rr
ia
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w
ay

Drain

Loose Paved PC Slab

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Plaza Planting

Plaza plantings allow integration of trees and shrubs plantings into the urban built
environment, reducing ambient temperature, providing visual relief and softening
hardscape for pedestrians and users.

a. Tree Planting
If a tree is to be planted on a plaza, an unsealed soil area of at least 2.0m x
2.0m, with a total surrounding aeration area of 16.0m2, is to be provided around
the tree. Refer to the following illustration for the shape and soil area for plaza
planting.

Tree Planting on Plaza

Soil area (shape can be square, circle or

regular polygon with min 4 sides)
0m
2.
0m

2.

Total surrounding aeration area of

16.0m2 (shape can be of any form)

4.0m2 Soil Area

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b. Palm planting
If a palm is to be planted on a plaza, an unsealed soil area of at least 1.5m x
1.5m, with a total surrounding aeration area of 16.0m², is to be provided around
the palm. Refer to the following illustration for the shape and soil area for plaza
planting.

Palm Planting on Plaza

Soil area (shape can be square, circle or

regular polygon with min 4 sides)
1.

5m
5m

1.

Total surrounding aeration area of

16.0m2 (shape can be of any form)

2.25m2 Soil Area

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Clearance Distances of Roadside Elements to Trees

The clearance from the edge of a proposed road element to the centre of a proposed
tree/palm should be as stipulated in the following table and illustrations.

Minimum Clearance of Proposed Roadside Elements from the Centre of a Proposed Tree/
Single Stem Palm

Item Proposed Roadside Refer to the Minimum Clearance Required from the
Elements Subsequent Edge of Proposed Roadside Element to
Illustration the Centre of Proposed Tree/Palm

Palm Small to Large tree

Medium
Tree

1 Splay corner of: Cl 1 1.0m 1.5m 2.5m

- Entrance culvert

- Bin centre access

- Substation access

- MDF room access

- Fire engine access

2 Scupper pipe/drain Cl 2 1.0m 1.5m 2.5m

3 Lamp post Cl 3 3.0m 3.0m 3.0m

4 OG box Cl 4 2.0m 2.0m 2.5m

TAS manhole

Sewer line and manhole

Electrical post

Fire hydrant

SCV box

Lighting control box

Traffic control box

Traffic light

Lightning pits

5 Crossings Cl 5 1.5m 1.5m 1.5m

(e.g pushcart ramp
for bin centre)

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Minimum Clearance of Proposed Roadside Elements from the Centre of a Proposed Tree/
Single Stem Palm

External Wall of Drain

Lamp Post
c
l1

Foo
c
l3

t p at
Splay hc
c

um
l2

c
c

l5
D ra
l4

Corner
in
c

Scupper
l4

g
Pipe/Drain

sin
os
Cr
c
l4

Kerb

Fire Hydrant
Traffic Light

Green Verge
SCV Box
(and other service box)

cl Clearance from the edge of proposed

roadside element to the centre of
proposed tree/single stem palm

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Examples of Sufficient Clearance Provided from the Centre of Tree to Roadside Elements

Clearance distances should be provided as indicated in the Table above.

Example of Street Furniture, Electrical OG Boxes and Manholes grouped together to

reduce the area of Green Verges being Sterilised to Facilitate Tree Planting within

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Road Infrastructures
Apart from planting trees along public roads, road infrastructures such as pedestrian
overhead bridges, depressed road portals, road viaducts and retaining walls should be
greened up with plantings. This is to soften the harshness of the structures and to achieve
pervasive greenery within the streetscape.

Pedestrian Overhead Bridge

Planting Requirements for Pedestrian Overhead Bridge

a. Continuous planting troughs are to be provided along the span of both sides of
the bridge.

Example of Continuous Shrubs Plantings within the Troughs of a Pedestrian Overhead

Bridge

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b. The troughs should have internal minimum width of 650mm and depth of 750mm.
They are to be backfilled with one part of expanded clay, one part of compost
and two parts of approved loamy soil (refer to Chapter 4 on the Section under
Soil Specifications of Green Verge for the specifications of ASM).

c. The troughs must be waterproofed.

d. The roof of the pedestrian overhead bridge should extend not more than 50%
over the width of the planting surface of the trough laterally from the edge of the
bridge deck.

Standard Design of Pedestrian Overhead Bridge with Roof Cover

3500mm

650mm
250mm 1250mm 1250mm 250mm
760mm

The roof of the pedestrian

overhead bridge should extend
not more than 50% over the
width of the planting surface
2200mm
2300mm

of the trough laterally from the

edge of the bridge deck

e. Shrubs are to be planted within the troughs and the planting areas directly
beneath the staircases of the pedestrian overhead bridges.

f. All footings of the columns are to be recessed at least 0.6m below the planting
level.

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Irrigation System for Pedestrian Overhead Bridge

a. For pedestrian overhead bridges less than 25.0m long, a 25mm stainless steel
sprinkler pipe (with 5mm diameter holes provided at 200mm c/c along the
bottom of the pipe) should be fixed to the inner wall of the trough that abuts the
platform and above the soil level.

b. For pedestrian overhead bridges between 25.0m and 50.0m long, a 25mm stainless
steel sprinkler pipe (with 3mm diameter holes provided at 400mm c/c along the
bottom of the pipe) should be fixed to the inner wall of the trough that abuts the
platform and above the soil level.

c. For pedestrian overhead bridges exceeding 50.0m long, a multiple pipe system
with robust switch valve to channel water to different pipes is to be used. A 25mm
stainless steel sprinkler pipe (with 3mm diameter holes provided at 400mm c/c along
the bottom of the pipe) should be fixed to the inner wall of the trough that
abuts the platform and above the soil level.

d. The watering system pipes are to be terminated 1m above the ground level with a
37.5mm diameter male adapter.

e. As-built drawings including catalogues of the installed materials, the frictional loss
and flow rate calculations for the irrigation system are to be submitted to NParks upon
hand-over.

f. Unless there is a technical reason, e.g. long span of pedestrian overhead bridge,
there should be only one coupling point provided. The coupling point should be easily
and safely accessible by a water tanker.

g. A breeching inlet which is not mounted to the column of the bridge is to be housed in
a pit, flushed with ground level, with a hinged metal cover.

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Typical Cross-Sectional Drawing on Watering and Drainage Systems, and Planting

Troughs of a Pedestrian Overhead Bridge

25mm Ø S.S sprinkle pipe with

5mm Ø perforation at 200 C/C
with sealed end at mid point
Railing design should allow
span
accessibility to the trough
for regular maintenance
650mm such as forking, manuring or
1100mm

replacement of plants. The top

of the trough is to be level with
Fall Fall the overhead bridge platform
Soil
750mm

100mm Ø UPVC
pipe with 5mm
Ø perforation at
100mm C/C in all
Planting Trough directions

100mm wide x
50mm deep trench
with UPVC strainer
150mm thick
porous graded
hardcore layer

50mm Ø UPVC
water down pipe

Water Supply Pipe

100mm Ø PVC down water pipe

1000mm

to channel excess water to nearest

roadside drain

Road Level
600mm

Footing of the Column

Vehicular impact Roadside Drain

guard-rail to comply
with LTA requirement

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Water Tanker Lay-By

a. A lay-by of 23.0m long and 3.0m width is to be provided for the water tankers,
unless there is a paved shoulder. (A letter from the Land Transport Authority indicating
no objection for the use of the paved area is to be attached with the submission.)

b. The location of the water tanker lay-by has to be within a radius of 8.0m from the
coupling point (at the column of the bridge or housed in a pit) to the mid-point of
the lay-by.

c. The pressure for the irrigation system must be sufficient for the irrigation to
function efficiently.

Dimensions of Water Tanker Lay-By

10
.0
m

10
.0
9.

m
0m

Tra
0m

f fic
3.

Dir
ec tion
10
.0
m

4.

5.
0m

0m

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Depressed Road Portal

Planting Requirements for Depressed Road Portal

a. A minimum 2.0m wide planting verge (exclusive of road kerb) is to be provided
between the slip road and the wall of the depressed road portal for landscaping.
Refer to the following illustration.

Example of an Existing Depressed Road Portal

Depressed Road Portal

2.0m Wide
Planting Verge

b. The planting verge for the depressed road portal is to be of a minimum 2.0m soil
depth for landscaping.

Planting Verge between Slip Road and Depressed Road Portal

Vehicular Impact Guardrail

≥2.0m Wide
Planting Verge

d
e Roa
G r ad
At

d
r esse
p d
De Roa

2.0m Clear
Soil Depth

Wall of
Depressed Road

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Road Viaduct/Flyover

Planting Requirements for Road Viaduct/Flyover

a. A minimum 2.0m wide at grade tree planting verges are to be provided on both
sides of the ascending/descending ramps of the road viaduct and flyover structure.

Provision of 2.0m Wide Planting Verge at the Sides of a Descending Ramp of a

Road Viaduct

Descending Ramp of a
Road Viaduct

2.0m Wide
Planting Verge

b. A minimum 2.0m wide gap should be provided between two viaducts sitting
parallel to one another to allow for at grade tree/shrub plantings beneath the
viaducts. Refer to the following illustrations.

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Example of 2.0m Wide Gap between the Road Viaducts

2.0m

Example of At Grade Tree/Shrub Plantings underneath Road Viaducts

At grade plantings underneath road

viaduct

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c. At the junctions where the road viaduct/flyover structures and at grade road
intersect, flower troughs are to be provided at both sides of the road viaduct/
flyover structures at this intersection points complying with the requirements
specified on Chapter 4 on the Section under Requirements for Flower Trough.

Flower Trough at Side of the Road Viaduct/Flyover

Flower Trough

d. A lay-by for the parking of water-tanker and maintenance vehicle to be provided

preferably beside the slip road under the road viaduct/flyover when the flower
trough is provided (refer to Chapter 4 on Section under Water Tanker Lay-By).
Lay-by will not be required if automatic irrigation system linked to the water main
is provided.

e. Road viaduct/flyover columns are to be screened up with vertical greening

(refer to Chapter 4 on the Section under Requirements on Vertical Greening on Road
Viaduct/Flyover Column).

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Requirements for Flower Trough

a. The flower trough is to be extended at least one span beyond each intersection
point of the road viaduct/flyover with the at grade road.

Plan Showing Span of Flower Troughs on the Sides of the Road Viaduct/Flyover Structure

Flyover

Flower trough extended by

1 span of the flyover

b. The flower trough should have a clear width of 650mm and depth of 750mm
respectively.

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Dimensions of the Flower Trough

Working
Ledge

Vehicular Impact
Guardrail
Flyover
Carriageway

mm h
650Troug 00
mm
we
r ≥5
m m Flo
750 Perforated Pipe

c. A dry-pipe irrigation system is to be provided to support the irrigation of the

plantings within the troughs. Irrigation pipes should be fixed to the inner wall of
the flower trough and be placed above soil level.

d. Perforated overflow pipe should be provided at the base of flower trough and
designed to channel excess water to ground level by down pipes.

e. An accessible working ledge of minimum 500mm clear width is to be provided

next to the flower trough for maintenance of the plantings within. Access to the
working ledge should be provided at least on both ends of the flower troughs
along the road viaduct/flyover structure. This maintenance path should have
a clear passage and not be obstructed by any structures (e.g. footings of the
lamp post).

f. Proposed pedestrian railing, if any installed along the flower trough, should be
designed to allow workers to maintain the plants in the trough without hindrance.

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Requirements on Vertical Greening on Road Viaduct/Flyover Column

a. To provide vertical greening for the full height of the road viaduct/flyover
column. We encourage developers to cater for innovative and easy-to-maintain
system for the purpose of greening the columns.

b. One possible system is the use of mesh frames, attached to the columns, to support
plant growth:

• Stainless steel mesh frames (316 grade) attached to the surface of

the column structure of the road viaduct/flyover. These metal frames
are to be positioned at 300mm above ground level to cover the full height
of the column structure. They should be placed 300mm away from
the column surface.

• A minimum of 0.6m wide true ground planting verge is to be provided at
the bottom of the column structure for the shrub plantings and for climbers
to grow up vertically onto the stainless steel mesh frames to cover the
column to achieve the vertical greening effect.

Example of Vertical Greening on the Columns of Road Viaduct

300mm

Road Viaduct

Stainless Steel
Mesh Frame
Column

Vertical Greening

300mm

Planting Verge
Min 600mm

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Retaining Wall

Planting Requirements for Retaining Wall

a. All retaining walls are to be screened up with plants.

b. Scenarios 1 to 3 (refer to the following illustrations) are the suggested options of

vertical greening for the retaining wall for developers to adopt. NParks’ preference is
for Scenario 1, which has a row of continuous true ground planting of tall shrubs/
small trees to achieve the screening effect for the retaining wall. In cases where the
planting verge is limited due to site constraints, Scenario 2 and/or Scenario 3 could
be considered. A combination of all the above could also be adopted.

c. The planting verge to be provided is to be of a minimum 2.0m soil depth.

Scenario 1
Planting of continuous row of tall shrubs/small trees

Retaining Wall

A row of continuous tall

shrubs/small trees planting
along the retaining wall

Gre 5
en .0m
Ver
ge

ay
a g ew
rri
Ca
Width of planting area = min 2.0m

1.8m
Footpath cum
Drain

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Scenario 2
Vertical metal frame with climbers (bottom up)

Climbers growing upwards

on a vertical metal frame
attached to the retaining wall

Retaining Wall

Gre 5
en .0m
Ver
ge
ay
g ew
rria
Ca

1.8m
Footpath cum
Drain

Width of planting area = min 300mm-600mm

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Scenario 3
Planter box with creepers (top down)

Planter trough on the top

with creepers drooping down
along the retaining wall
Min
600mm

Min
600mm

Retaining Wall

Gre 5
en .0m
Ver
ge

ay
g ew
rria
Ca

1.8m
Footpath cum
Drain

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5 Planting Specifications of Trees/Palms/
Shrubs/Hedges/Turf
6 Open Space for Landed Housing
Developments
7 Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC)
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5 PLANTING SPECIFICATIONS OF
TREES/PALMS/SHRUBS/HEDGES/TURF

Trees and Palms

Tree Planting

Specifications for a sapling tree:

• Have a total overall height of at least 2.5m with a clear trunk height of 1.5m
(measured from ground level)

• Have a girth of at least 0.1m

• Be upright and in good form

• Have a balanced crown with full foliage

• Have terminal shoots

• No included bark at any point of branch attachment in trunk and branches

• No cutting back of central leader or at lateral branches

• Lateral branches should not overlap one another

• No pruning wound, mechanical damage and/or diseased parts

• All roots should be radially emitted from the base of the trunk (no girdling roots)

The planting hole for a sapling tree should be approximately 1.0m (L) x 1.0m (W) x
1.0m (H) and be backfilled with Approved Soil Mixture (ASM) (refer to Chapter 4 on
Specifications of ASM).

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Specifications for an instant tree:

• Have a clear trunk height of 2.0m (measured from ground level)

• Have a girth of at least 0.3m

• Be upright and in good form

• Have a balanced crown with full foliage

• Have a minimum of three primary branches of 0.5m long

• No included bark at any point of branch attachment in trunk and branches

• No cutting back of central leader or at lateral branches

• Lateral branches should not overlap one another

• No pruning wound, mechanical damage and/or diseased parts

• All roots should be radially emitted from the base of the trunk (no girdling roots)

The planting hole for an instant tree should be approximately 1.5m (L) x 1.5m (W) x 1.0m (H)
and be backfilled with ASM.

Palm Planting

Specification for a single stem palm:

• Have a total overall height of 2.0m (measured from ground level)

• Be upright and in good form

• The head of the palm should be well balanced with at least five (5) leaves and one (1)
growing terminal shoot

• No pruning wound, mechanical damage and/or diseased parts

The planting hole for single stem plant should be approximately 1.0m (L) x 1.0m (W) x
1.0m (H) and be backfilled with ASM.

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Staking
Staking serves to support the tree, and must be maintained until the tree is established or
otherwise instructed by NParks. During the establishment period and before the handover
to NParks, all missing, fallen and damaged staking should be replaced.

All sapling tree/instant tree/single stem palm are to be staked unless otherwise instructed
by NParks. Methods of staking are as follows:

Double Staking — Sapling Tree and Palm

• Two galvanised steel pipes with capping length of minimally 1.5m x 0.025m
diameter shall be used per tree/palm.

• Stakes should be driven vertically into the ground beyond the root-ball and fixed
firmly.

• The top of the stakes shall be 0.1m below the lowest branches.

• Wire ties (diameter 2mm), with rubber hose to prevent chafing of the bark,
should be used to fasten the stakes to the tree.

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Galvanised Pipes Staking (Double Staking)

Ø1” or Ø2”
Galvanised pipe
Ø1” or Ø2” Galvanised pipe rammed rammed 1m into the
1m into the ground. Size of G1 pipe ground. Size of G1
per Supervising Officer’s instruction. pipe per Supervising
Officer’s instruction. Tree Sapling
NParks-approved Ø2mm wire
tie fastened with rubber hose or Rubber hose or approved
NParks-approved
approved equivalent. equivalent to prevent
Ø2mm wire tie
fastened with chafing or abrasion of
Rubber hose or approved equivalent rubber hose tree bark. Loosely tied
to prevent chafing or abrasion of or approved 30mm away from tree
tree bark. equivalent. trunk.

100mm Thick Mulching

1.0m x 1.0m x 1.0m tree hole to be
backfilled with ASM.
100

Blow-Up Detail
Scale 1:4
1000

1000

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Tripod Staking — Instant Tree

• Galvanised steel pipe with capping length of minimally 1.5m x 0.025m diameter shall
be used for staking.

• Three or four stakes shall be positioned equidistantly around the tree and firmly
driven into the ground at an angle of 30-40 degrees.

• The stakes shall extend beyond the tree trunk by not more than 0.15m and shall
not be higher than 0.3m below the lowest branch.

• The tree trunk shall be wrapped in gunny sack at the point where the stakes are to
be fastened in order to prevent bark damage.

• The stakes shall be neatly and firmly fastened to the tree trunk using wire ties
(diameter 2mm) rubber hose to avoid chafing of the bark.

Galvanised Pipes Staking (Tripod Staking)

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Tree Collar Protector

Tree collar protectors are to be provided for all proposed sapling trees/instant trees/
single stem palms. A protector is to be made of a PVC tube with a length of 200mm,
75mm diameter and 2mm thickness with a slit cut along the full length of the tube.

Mulching
Mulching should be provided for all proposed sapling trees/instant trees/single stem palms.

• Initial mulching is to take place within two days of planting.

• All weeds at the tree bases are to be removed before spreading the mulch.

• Mulch should be forked slightly into the soil and should not be heaped up into
a high mound more than 100mm thick. Mulch materials should not come into
contact with the root collar of the tree or palm.

• Mulching should be organic in nature, e.g. compost. Mulches shall be an

approved friable and composted organic material such as wood chips, oil
palm husks, oil palm kernels, organic compost or an approved mix. Coco-peat
will not be allowed on its own unless mixed in a proportion of 50-50 with
another mulching material free from soluble salts or toxic materials and resistant to
rapid decay. Mulches shall have a pH of 5.5-7.0.

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Good Mulching Practice

Shrubs and Hedges Plantings

• Shrubs should have a height of 0.3m to 0.5m and planted at 0.3m to 0.5m centre
to centre.

• For purpose of hedge planting, shrubs should have a minimal height of 1.0m and
planted at 0.5m centre to centre.

• Free from pest and disease.

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Turfing
• All turf shall be of healthy and vigorous stock.

• All turf should be free from weeds, especially Mimosa pudica, Imperata cylindrica
(lallang) and Eleusine indica.

• In transporting the turf to site, the turf shall be cut square approximately 0.3m (L) x
0.3m (W), and 0.05m in thickness.

• Pieces of turf shall be laid abutting (close turfing) each other with no appreciable
spaces between adjoining pieces. On completion, the turfing should present a
uniform and regular appearance.

• Turf should be planted on approved soil mix, minimally 0.1m deep.

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6 OPEN SPACE FOR LANDED HOUSING

DEVELOPMENTS

Introduction
Landed housing developments, or any other developments as stipulated by URA, are
required to provide open spaces to be used as public parks. Such open spaces will be
vested to the Government. The developers will be required to enhance the open spaces
with features, such as exercise equipment and playground, before handing over to
NParks for subsequent management.

Provision for Open Space

The formula for computing a proposed open space is 4.05m² to every 56.0m2 of gross
floor area (GFA) [area of open space = (GFA/56.0m2) x 4.05m2]. This is subject to the
following:

• A minimum plot area with an open space of 1,000m²

• A regular shape with a width of at least 30.0m

• Not be fragmented by a road, canal or other infrastructures

• Be free from encumbrances above and below the ground level

Vesting of Open Space

The open space plot is to be vested back to the State upon completion of the Landed
Housing Development. QP is required to submit URA’s Written Permission on the vesting
of open space and the updated survey plan showing the new demarcation and lot
number(s) to NParks. (refer to Chapter 8, Submission Procedure)

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Location of the Open Space

• The open space should be suitably located within the proposed development and be
conveniently accessible to the community.

• It should be located such that at least two sides face the front of a house(s), and none
faces the rear of a house(s).

• The walking distance measured along the pedestrian walkway from the furthest house
unit to the proposed open space should not be more than 250m.

• It should not abut a major road.

• It should not abut existing/proposed retaining wall.

• If the proposed development is adjacent to a proposed or existing Park Connector,

the open space is to abut the Park Connector provided that:

a. The Park Connector does not abut a major road.

b. The maximum walking distance from open space to house unit (as stated above)
can be achieved.

Accessibility of Open Space

• At least one of the boundaries of the open space is to abut an existing minor road or
a new local access road.

• The proposed entrance or access path to the open space should be at least 4.0m
wide. Retractable bollards must be at least 900mm apart with locks installed in order
to curb illegal entry/parking. The spacing of bollards should allow for wheelchair
accessibility.

• The accessibility of open space in general should be designed in accordance with

the Building Control Authority’s (BCA’s) Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment
(Design Guidelines for Parks and Open Spaces)*.

*Refer to BCA’s website for the latest BCA’s Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment.

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Terrain of Open Space

• The open space should generally be flat with a ratio of 1:40. If the site situation does
not permit, the proposed slope should not be steeper than 1:2.5. For a steep slope,
appropriate measures to ensure slope stability and protection must be proposed and
endorsed by a Geotechnical QP. Plans, illustrating the endorsed measures, must be
submitted to NParks for our approval.

• The level of open space should be the same or higher (subject to NParks’ approval)
than that of adjacent road(s) and neighbouring lots.

Provision for Drainage

• Suitable and sufficient drainage for the open space should be provided. This includes
sump pits to channel away surface water so as to prevent flooding on hard surfaces
as well as lawn areas.

• The open space should be properly graded to prevent water ponding and to
efficiently channel storm water run-off to the proposed drains for discharge at the
main outlet channel.

• The types of drains to be provided where necessary are:

a. Open drains with hinged grating covers (materials are subjected to NParks’
approval) or scupper drains to be provided along footpath. For a footpath designed
for maintenance vehicle, vehicular grating should be provided if there is a drain
abutting to the footpath. Drain gratings should meet barrier free requirements.

b. Subsoil drains under open lawns.

c. Subsoil drains under playground and fitness areas.

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Playground/Fitness Equipment and Space

Provision of Space

• An area of at least 100m2 shall be provided for the proposed playground equipment
within the open space. This may be substituted with fitness equipment in situations
where there is existing or proposed playground equipment in another open space
within the vicinity.

• There should be at least one barrier-free access route from the main circulation path
system to the playground and fitness areas. The dimensions of the barrier free access
route shall be in accordance with BCA’s Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment
(Design Guidelines for Parks and Open Spaces)*.

*Refer to BCA’s website for the latest BCA’s Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment.

General Specifications

• The playground and fitness equipment should be housed in separate areas.

• Adequate seating should be provided around the playground and fitness area.

• The playground/fitness equipment shall be barrier-free and accessible by the

physically challenged in accordance with Singapore Standards — SS 457:
2007 Specification for Playground Equipment for Public Use* and SS 534: 2007
Specification for Outdoor Fitness Equipment for Public Use* respectively.

• All playground and/or fitness equipment is to be situated within acceptable protective

surfacing materials complying with Singapore Standards — SS 495: 2001 — Impact
Attenuation of Surface System under and around Playground Equipment*. The
protective surfacing shall be designed to ensure the shock absorbency of the surfacing
material is based on the highest accessible part of equipment. The surfacing material
must yield both a peak deceleration of no more than 150 G-Max and a Head Injury
Criteria (HIC) of no more than 750.

• All playground and fitness equipment must be earthed with Lightning Protection
System (LPS). This LPS shall be designed and endorsed by QP (M&E).

* Refer to latest version of standards online.

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Requirements for Playground Equipment

• The playground area should be designed with playground equipment catering for
children ranging from 2-5 years of age and 5-12 years of age. The playground
equipment could comprise composite sets and stand-alones, providing a minimum
of eight different playground activities. Each composite set of playground equipment
shall have at least five different playground components.

• The playground equipment should be physically and mentally stimulating.

• There should be a clear defined edging between the playground area and adjacent
surfaces. The playground area, adjacent ground and edging should be flushed with
each other.

• The design of the playground space should be sensitively designed to allow

the physically challenged to participate with other users, without any spatial
discrimination. All designs shall be checked and endorsed by a Certified Playground
Safety Inspector (CPSI).

• Subsoil drainage should be provided within sand pit or playground areas.

These subsoil pipes should be linked to the nearest drain.

• The playground equipment shall be designed and constructed or assembled in

accordance with Singapore Standards — SS 457: 2007 Specification for Playground
Equipment for Public Use*.

* Refer to the latest version of standards online.

Requirements for Fitness Equipment

• For the fitness area, a set with a minimum of six stations with relevant instruction
signboards shall be provided.

• At least 50% of the fitness equipment proposed should be suitable for use by the
elderly.

• Fitness area should be sufficiently shaded with instant trees. Please refer to the
specifications of instant trees in Chapter 5, Planting Specifications of Trees/Palms/
Shrubs/Hedges/Turf.

• The fitness equipment shall be designed and constructed or assembled in accordance

with Singapore Standards — SS 534: 2007 Specification for Outdoor Fitness
Equipment for Public Use*.

* Refer to the latest version of standards online.

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Installation Tag, Disclaimer and Instructional Signage

• Installation tags and disclaimer signage (refer to NParks’ website for detailed
drawings) must be provided for all play/fitness equipment.

• The installation tag which is an aluminium plate of size 0.1m x 0.03m is to be

mounted on all newly installed play/fitness equipment with the contractor’s name and
date of completion of installation.

Installation Tag

• The disclaimer signage shall encompass information on safety and age

appropriateness. The wordings, dimensions and design of the signage shall be
submitted for NParks’ approval prior to fabrication and installation. NParks’ logo must
be printed on the signage. (refer to NParks’ website for detailed drawings.)

• The instructional signage, designed by the manufacturer or otherwise, must be

provided for each outdoor fitness equipment. Wordings and design of the signage
must be submitted to NParks for approval prior to fabrication and installation. (refer to
NParks’ website for detailed drawings.)

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Certification and Warranty

• The footings and support structural elements for playground and fitness equipment
must be designed with structural safety endorsed by a QP (Structural Engineer).

• The completed playground and fitness area will have to be checked by third party
CPSI and certified safe prior to opening for public use.

• The supplier for the imported playground and fitness equipment and Ethylene
propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) has to provide a five-year warranty transferable
to NParks. The validity of the product warranty shall not be less than four years at the
time that the product warranty is transferred to NParks.

Footpath
• The design of a footpath shall be in accordance with BCA’s Code on Accessibility in
the Built Environment 2013 (Design Guidelines for Parks and Open Spaces)*.

• Any footpaths leading to or away from the open space should be flushed with the
open space upon intersecting.

• The material of the footpath and any other pavement should ensure the physically
challenged are able to move with ease and is non-slip during dry and wet weather.

• For a wider footpath (min 3.0m) used for vehicular access, it must be designed with
the appropriate loading for such use. Engineering details are to be submitted for
NParks’ approval.

*Refer to BCA’s website for the latest BCA’s Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment.

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Park Furniture
• The supplier is required to provide a quality warranty of all park furniture, which is
transferable to NParks.

• The materials used should be durable and vandal proof.

• The use of timber should be minimal. No timber is to be used for railings and
litterbins.

• All timber should be obtained from well-managed, guaranteed sustainable wood

sources.

Signboards
• The name of the open space should be submitted to NParks as soon as the name
is approved by URA’s Street & Building Names Board (SBNB). The purpose of
the application to NParks is to ensure that only one name can be allowed for a
development and it will not duplicate a name that is already in existence so that there
is clarity in the identification of the open space. The application form for naming of
open space is available on NParks’ website.

• Signboard(s) should be installed at/near the entrance of an open space. When there
are multiple entrances located far apart, more than one signboard may be required.

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Specifications and Installation of Standard Signboard

• The design and construction of the footings shall comply with the current BCA.

• All sharp corners are to be rounded off.

• All noticeboards must include soft boards. Size and thickness of the soft board are
subjected to NParks’ approval.

• Electrical works must be carried out by a licensed electrical worker. Lighting and
necessary cabling will be terminated at a splash-proof junction box, which is 300mm
above ground surface. Junction boxes are to have a 6A DP MCB for the incoming
cable.

• All cabling and wiring are to be concealed within the structure.

• A 128mm diameter NParks logo should be printed on the front of the signboard with
a 3M engineering grade outdoor reflective vinyl sticker with a three-year warranty.
For details on the graphic, refer to the subsequent NParks Logo illustration. The logo
should only be printed at the time of the hand over of the open space to NParks.

• The size of the lettering for the name of the open space should not be less than
150mm in height.

• The colour visuals and finished artwork of graphics (FA) and text are to be submitted
for approval. The softcopy of the FA is to be handed over to NParks upon completion
of the project.

NParks Logo

Pantone 357C

Pantone 1805C

Please refer to the following illustrations for the specifications for the standard signboard.

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Standard Entrance Signboard/Noticeboard (Type 1)

NOTE: GENERAL NOTE:

800mm
The entire structure to be constructed with 3mm thick
H1050mm x W800mm x 10mm Thick Rubber Mat
aluminium plate, finished with full welded joints and Contractor is to fabricate, deliver and install
H1050mm x W800mm x 5mm Thick Cork Sheet
aluminium hollow section framework for internal the structure shown in this drawing.
150mm

support. Finished with powder coating (colour mock-up

is required prior to fabrication).
Contractor is to engage a qualified
Powder coating code (for NParks’ internal reference).
Professional Engineer (PE) for the complete
Level screed concrete platform:
100mm thick Grade 25 concrete, reinforced with A7BRC over minimum 100mm thick
RAL 8011 (Nut Brown) for natural or rustic area. design and endorsement of all structures
compact hardcore. Background motif to match Pantone 462C. including of footing, foundation and the 3D
(Subject to site constraint and NParks’ approval).

RAL 6017 (May Green) for urban or city area. signage structure above ground level.
Background motif to match Pantone 360C.
This drawing indicates the design intention.
1500mm
Contractor is to submit shopdrawing to
PLAN
150mm 800mm illustrate how the design intention can be
Scale 1:10 50mm 600mm achieved, for our approval.
85mm 630mm 85mm
1 no of 24 inch energy saving warm Constructed in one whole complete piece of
15mm

fluorescent light to be attached within H1700mm x W800, no joint Contractor is to submit visuals and FA for
the structure (type and fixture to NParks’ (to NParks’ approval).
20mm

approval). approval. Editable master copy of FA to be

20mm

H1050mm x W800mm x 5mm thick clear

polycarbonate panel. To be attached
NParks logo:
Finished in wide angle microprismatic (diamond
burnt into CD and handed over to NParks
from inside the structure and it must be
water-proof
graded) outdoor reflective sheeting. With 7 years
warranty against defects in performance of material,
upon completion of project.
(to NParks’ approval). adhesiveness, colour, reflectivity and fungus
resistance. Original copy of letter of intent and deed
1050mm

Weather-proof junction box with

armoured conduit and cables. All cabling
of warranty issued by manufacturer are required.
Electrical works must be carried out by
shall be hidden inside the aluminium
structure.
licensed electrical worker. Lighting and any
necessary cabling will be terminated at

1800mm

1700mm
splash proof junction box which is 300mm
20mm

3mm thick aluminium door with 2 nos of Text (3D):

stainless steel locks, heavy duty piano 30mm thick box-up text on one side. Aluminium
above ground surface. Junction box is to
20mm

hinges and rubber gaskets fixed all round. sheet (2mm thick for the side and 3mm thick for the
15mm

Ventilation holes are required (to NParks’ front) finished with full welding. Tighten with screw
approval). and washer to the aluminium backing. Powder have ELCB 0.3MA switch. Cost of cabling
coated to approved colour on all sides.
Text and graphics:
and all necessary works to be included in
Finished with outdoor vinyl stickers
(to NParks’ approval). Refer to visual this contract.
attached.
750mm

Level screed concrete platform:

100mm thick Grade 25 concrete, reinforced with A7BRC over
All cabling & wiring to be hidden or
minimum 100 thick compact hardcore.
(Subject to site constraint and NParks’ approval).
concealed within the structure.
100mm

100mm

All sharp corners to be rounded off.

FC footing with 20mm thick base plate,
6 nos of M16 stainless steel anchor bolts
and full welded joints (to PE’s details and
endorsement).

Footing Details

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

Scale 1:10 Scale 1:10

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Standard Entrance Signboard/Noticeboard (Type 1) for Visual Purposes (Nut Brown)

Note:
For visual purposes only.
Nut Brown for natural or rustic area.

Standard Entrance Signboard/Noticeboard (Type 1) for Visual Purposes (May Green)

Note:
For visual purposes only.
May Green for urban or city area.

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Standard Entrance Signboard with Noticeboard or Mapboard (Type 2)

(All measurements are in mm)

1200

100 1000 100

NOTE:
H1500 x W1000 x 10 thick rubber mat
or cork sheet attached to aluminium door
(to SO’s approval)
50 50 50

The entire structure to be constructed with 3 thick aluminum plate, finished

170

with full welded joints and aluminium hollow section framework for internal
structure support. Finished with powder coating (colour to NParks’ approval).

Level concrete screed platform:

Contractor is to engage a PE to endorse the footing detail and all the
1000

Actual size to contractor’s detail (subject to site

constraint and SO’s approval) structure above ground level including internal framework.

2200

1200
170
100 1000 100
50 50 50
35 35

100 20
1 no of 24 inch warm fluorescent light to be attached within the
structure (fixture to SO’s approval) 35

20
3 thick aluminium doors with 2 nos of
stainless steel locks, heavy duty piano
hinges and rubber gaskets fixed all round
H1500 x W1000 x 5 thick clear polycarbonate panel. To be (to SO’s approval)
attached from inside the structure and it must be waterproof
(to SO’s approval)

Graphics and text:

Finished in engineering grade outdoor
1500
1700

reflective sheeting. With 2 years’

H1500 x W1000 x 10 thick rubber mat or cork sheet attached to warranty against defects in performance
aluminium door (to SO’s approval) of material, adhesiveness, colour,
reflectivity and fungus resistance.
2200

4 nos of ventilation holes for air

20 circulation (to SO’s approval)
Constructed in one whole complete piece of H1700 x W1200, no
100 joint (to SO’s approval)
35

Weatherproof junction box with conduit

RC footing to contractor’s details with PE’s endorsement and armoured cables. All cablings shall
be hidden inside the aluminium structure.
500

50 50 50 50 50 50

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Level reinforced concrete screed platform to contractor’s detail.
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Parks Entrance Signboard

Rear of Parks Entrance Signboard/Noticeboard/Mapboard

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Signage
NParks will require signage to be erected at various locations within the open space.
Some examples of signage are illustrated in the subsequent sections.

Prohibitory Signs

Park Activities Parking and Vehicle-Related

Advisory Signs

Park Activities Other Notices

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Hybrid Signs

Park Activities Animal

Note:
Hybrid signs are subjected to NParks’ approval.

Benches
• A concrete platform should connect the benches to footpaths.

• The finished platform should have a level that matches with the footpath.

Litter Bins
• Litter bins should be placed on a raised concrete base.

• They should be located 3.0m to 5.0m away from a bench.

Note:
QP is to check with National Environment Agency (NEA), Department of Public Cleanliness
for the specifications of litter bin.

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Shelter
• A shelter of not less than 20.0m2 in area should be provided.

• Submission to relevant authority has to be sought and approved prior construction.

Approval letter and TOP has to be obtained and submitted at post construction.

• The proposed plan has to be endorsed by a QP (Structural Engineer) that the

structural safety of the proposed shelter complies with the current BCA.

• The shelter shall be provided with lightning protection system in accordance with
Singapore Standards – SS 555:2010 Code of Practice for Lightning Protection*.

• The QP of the development is advised to consult NParks on the aesthetic design and
materials to be used for the proposed shelter.

• The minimum height of the roof overhang should not be less than 2.4m measured
from the finished floor level to the underside of the roof members. The proposed roof
overhang should not be less than 900mm measured from the side of the column or
wall.

• Shelter should be open sided to promote natural ventilation.

• A perimeter drain with a sump pit is to be provided to discharge surface water from
the shelter.

• A multiple gang switch 13A weatherproof type socket outlet, with plug top and metal
screwed cover in GI conduit up to 3 x 15.0m run of 1.5mm sq PVC cables, is to be
provided and installed in the shelter.

* Refer to latest version of standards online.

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Safety Railings
When the edge of an open space and/or path borders a slope that is steeper than the
ratio of 1:2.5, safety railings complying with the following are to be provided:

• To be designed in accordance to BCA requirements.

• Durable materials used, such as stainless steel material grade 316 with hairline
finishes for marine environment or hot dipped galvanised material with five years
warranty period. Alternatively, proposed aluminium material with 6000 series and
above will be acceptable.

• The colour should match the colour scheme of the open space.

• For open drains of more than 1.0m deep, safety railings shall be installed within the
drainage reserve. This is to comply with the technical requirements of Public Utilities
Board (PUB) Catchment and Waterways Department.

Park Lighting and Over Ground (OG) Box

This section of the guideline shall be used in tandem with NParks’ latest “Mechanical &
Electrical services checklist”. (refer to NParks’ website for the checklist.)

Lux Level Provisions

• The architect and lighting consultant should do a site measurement of the existing
lighting level as a basis for the lighting proposal for the open space.

• Higher luminance should be proposed for park amenities such as car parks, shelter, etc.

• An estimated electrical bill is to be provided.

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Lux Level Provisions

Lux Level Sub-Urban Areas Urban Areas

(Open Spaces within the (Open Spaces Located in
Housing Estate, In General) the Main Thoroughfare, e.g.
Pavement to MRT Station,
Buildings or near Bus Stop)

Proposed average 5 Lux 10-20 Lux

lighting level along
footpath

Playground and fitness 20 Lux N/A

area

Lantern Design

• Diamond and cone shaped designs with diffusers are recommended if wider light
coverage is needed. Photograph samples have to be submitted for NParks’ reviews.

• The proposed lantern should be:

a. Vandal resistant

b. Ultraviolet stabilised for the plastic components

c. Easily available locally

d. PSB batch tested to comply IP65

Bulb Type

Integrated Compact Fluorescent (CFL) bulbs, Light Emitting Diode (LED) or other energy
saving bulbs are recommended. The type and technical specifications are as follows:

• 60W CFL bulb, or equivalent

• 220-240V (50/60 Hz)

• Lighting output of 3400 lumens or higher

• Colour temperature of white 2700K or 6400K

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Lamp Pole

The following are the recommended technical requirements.

• The pole should be installed at least 3.5m to 4.0m away from any park seating,
trees and hedges. Installation on sand, waterlogged and/or soft ground should
be avoided.

• The pole height should be between 3.0m to 3.5m measured from ground level.

• The pole should be 0.5m away from the edge of the footpath.

• Labelling should be 1.5m above ground level with the wording size of 0.006m x
0.0019m x 0.0034m (red 3-M sticker). The numbering should be continuous from
the first (no 1) to the last pole.

• The material thickness of the pole should be at least 0.0025m and material should
be power coated with a 10-year warranty period.

• Flange-mounted type should be mounted on exposed concrete foundation 0.05m

above ground level to strengthen and maintain the position of the pole.

• L-angle bracket for mounting the baseboard and cable gland is to be provided at the
internal surface of each pole.

• The accessible door to the cable cut out unit with High Rupturing Capacity (HRC) fuse
should be lockable with an Allen key. The door should be flushed with the pole and
should be 0.5m from the ground level.

• The cable entrance is to be sealed.

• The pole door plate should be secured to the pole using a stainless steel chain.

• All bolts and nuts to be stainless steel grade 316.

• An earthing terminal and earth rod complete with a concrete inspection pit must be
provided on the last pole of each circuit. The earth pit cover should be removable
and made from heavy-duty hot dipped galvanised iron.

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Soft Landscape and Tree Planting

• All planting area within the open space is to be planted with 50mm thick Axonopus
compressus (cow grass) in close turfing (refer to Chapter 5, Planting Specifications of
Trees/Palms/Shrubs/Hedges/Turf.

• Instant shade trees are to be planted around the playground, fitness corner and sitting
areas to provide shade. The trees should have clear trunk heights of 3.0m or more;
live crown ratios of 60:40 and primary, secondary and tertiary branching.

• Tree selection should be based on the following guidelines:

a. Indigenous tree species are preferred.

b. Trees with spreading canopy for shade provisions.

• Shrubs can be proposed at focal points such as entrances or high activity areas. For
structures such as retaining wall, fence or drains, abutting the playground, planting of
hedges can be used to soften the hard structures or for screening purpose.

• Mulching is required for all trees and planting beds.

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CERTIFICATE OF STATUTORY COMPLETION (CSC)

7 CERTIFICATE OF STATUTORY
COMPLETION (CSC)

Introduction
CSC is a statutory requirement administered by the Commissioner of Building Control.
QP is required to apply to BCA for CSC when a building work registered under him/
her is completed. Prior to the CSC application to BCA, the QP must obtain all these
clearances from relevant technical agencies/departments including NParks.

NParks CSC Clearance

NParks CSC clearance could be categorised into internal and external works. NParks’ BP
clearance will indicate whether CSC clearance is required. If both internal and external
CSC are required, only one consolidated CSC clearance will be issued when both the
works have met NParks’ requirements and are in accordance with the approved plans.

CSC for Internal Work

This is for works within the development premises. An NParks officer will check the
following (where applicable):

• Conservation of mature trees within TCA/vacant land.

• Provision and landscaping of green buffers, peripheral planting verges and planting
areas at open air parking area at street level.

• Provision and implementation of open space for landed housing developments.

It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain plantings and planting verges within the premises.

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CSC for External Work

This is for works outside of the development premises, usually along the roadside. An
NParks officer will check the following (where applicable):

• Conservation of roadside trees.

• Provision, reinstatement and landscaping of roadside green verges.

• Provision and landscaping of the planting trough, as-built irrigation system plan
for POB.

• Provision and implementation of PCN.

• Reinstatement of areas under the management of NParks.

NParks will undertake the maintenance of proposed roadside trees and grass cutting
when CSC clearance is granted.

CSC Inspection
As part of the CSC application process, an NParks officer will arrange for a joint site
inspection, together with the QP and other relevant stakeholders. The inspection is to
verify that the completed works are in accordance with the approved plans and meet
NParks’ requirements.

CSC inspection is strictly based on the approved plan and waiver will not be granted
at CSC stage. Any deviation(s) from the approved plan should be re-submitted for BP
amendment and clearance.

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Soil Checks

NParks may conduct a physical check of the soil at the CSC stage to ensure that the
quality of the planting mixture conforms to NParks’ specifications for the Approved Soil
Mixture (ASM). In general, such checks may be done for projects where there are new
roadside green verges, or where existing roadside verges are disturbed and will be
reinstated.

The soil check will be conducted on site in the presence of an NParks officer as part of
the normal CSC inspection. During the inspection, the NParks officer will be checking
primarily for the followings:

• Whether the roadside verge has been backfilled using ASM to the required
depth
• Whether there are construction debris and/or other undesirable materials
buried within the verge

In conducting the soil checks, we will require trial holes, up to 1 meter depth, to be
excavated. The location of the trial holes will be selected randomly. There will be
approximately 2 to 3 trial holes for every 20 meters length of roadside verge. The
contractor is to provide the necessary manpower and tools to facilitate the soil check.

If the NParks officer deems that the soil check result for any stretch of the roadside
verge is not satisfactory, we would require the soil for that particular stretch to be
changed. Subsequent round of soil check will be conducted after the soil has been
changed to ensure compliance to NParks’ requirements.

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Soil Laboratory Test

Soil laboratory test is a procedure in which a small sample of soil is analyzed in a

laboratory for its chemical properties. The result of the test would indicate whether the soil
conforms to the specifications for ASM. As a self-check measure, we strongly encourage
the developer/owner to do a soil laboratory test before backfilling of the roadside green
verge. This is to facilitate the CSC application and to prevent abortive work should the
quality of the soil not meet NParks’ requirement.

In preparing the soil sample for submission to a laboratory, you may like to take note of
the following:

• Conduct the soil test a few weeks before starting work on site as the test result can
take up to 2 weeks to be ready
• Collect soil samples using clean tools (spade or shovel)
• Deliver soil samples to an accredited laboratory within 24 hours

The soil sample can be submitted to Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore
(AVA) at 6 Perahu Road or any accredited laboratory for testing. A list of accredited
laboratories for soil testing can be found at the Singapore Accreditation Council website
(https://www.sac-accreditation.gov.sg/cab/acab/Pages/ACTL-Overview.aspx). As soil
preparation and submission procedures may differ across laboratories, do check with the
specific laboratory for their procedures.

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Acceptable and Unacceptable Horticulture Standards

The following are some examples of the acceptable and unacceptable horticulture
standards.

a. Girth >0.1m and height of 2.5m (clear trunk 1.5m)

b. Upright and good form
c. Healthy terminal shoots and free from pests,
Sapling diseases and undamaged bark
Standards d. Proposed sapling should be maintained for 8
weeks or until they are well-established to NParks’
satisfaction

Bark damage

Undersize girth and inadequate overall height

Poor form and slanted trunk

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a. Girth >0.3m
b. Clear trunk >2.0m (depends on species)
c. Good crown form, upright straight trunk and
Instant Tree established new shoots
Standards d. Undamaged bark, free from diseases and pests
e. Proposed sapling should be maintained for 8
weeks or until they are well-established to NParks’
satisfaction

Poor form/not upright/

no balance crown with foliage

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a. Appropriate height at least 0.5m tall

b. Spacing of 0.3m to 0.5m centre to centre
c. Soil depth (ASM) of at least 0.6m
Shrub d. Planting bed top-dress with mulch
Standards e. Proposed plants should be maintained for 4
weeks or until they are well-established to NParks’
satisfaction

Sparse planting bed

Bare/sparse planting bed

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Staking
a. 25mm galvanized steel pipe with plastic cap
b. Firm
Staking and c. 200mm away from tree collar
Tree Collar d. PVC tubed nylon string
Standards
Tree Collar Protector
a. PVC tube of length 200mm, diameter 75mm and
thickness 2mm with slit cut

Improper staking (too close to tree)

Untidy staking/
not firmly fastened to tree

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a. All weeds at the plant base are to be removed

before spreading the mulch
b. Mulch should be forked slightly into the soil and
should not be heaped up into a mound more than
100mm thick
Mulching c. Mulch materials should not come into contact with
Standards the root collar of the tree
d. Mulches shall be an approved friable and
composted organic material such as wood chips,
oil palm husks, oil palm kernels, organic compost
or an approved mix

No mulching & poor staking

Poor mulching

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a. Closed-turf with 50mm thick Axonopus compressus

(cow grass)
b. No bare patches
c. No uneven ground, depressions and potholes
Turf d. No weeds and construction debris
Standards e. Turf should be established
f. All turfing shall be regularly watered, weeded
and maintained until growing satisfactorily in the
opinion of the Board

Stone & bare patches

Weeds/wrong grass species

Dead turfing

Top-up soil not settled

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8 Submission Procedures
9 Self-Declaration Scheme
10 Appendices
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8 SUBMISSION PROCEDURES

The submission procedures serve as a guide for consultants to prepare the necessary
plans and documents for submission to NParks. To facilitate assessment and clearance
of your application, we would like to advise consultants to ensure that all plans and
documents are in order prior to submission through the e-Corenet submission.

Application for Development Control Clearance

Generally, NParks’ DC clearance is required if your development will be:

a. Providing new or affecting existing requisite planting areas, such as green buffers and
peripheral planting verge, within the development site.

b. Affecting existing requisite planting areas, such as green buffers and peripheral
planting verges, which are within adjacent sites.

c. Affecting/ removing trees (above 1.0m girth) within a TCA or vacant land.

d. Affecting roadside trees due to proposed entrances or boundary walls.

e. Affecting Heritage Road green buffers.

f. Providing an open space as part of a landed housing development, or any other

development as stipulated by URA.

g. Proposing new or relocating existing pedestrian overhead bridge, second level link
bridge or underground linkage.

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Plan Submission Requirements

You are required to submit the following drawings to NParks as part of your application
(refer to sample Plan A for illustration)

a. Location plan of the development site (scale 1:10,000 or 1:5,000) showing access to
the site from the road.

b. Site plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

c. 1st storey plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

d. Basement plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

e. Roof plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

f. Cross sections and elevations (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

g. Survey plan (survey done less than 2 years at the point of application and endorsed
by a qualified surveyor). Not applicable for Alteration & Additions proposals.

Important Note:
a. All submission drawings should include the following details:
• Address, lot and/or plot number of the development site and neighboring lots
• North arrow, scale bar and legend
b. All drawings submitted must be either in BIM Lightweight file format or CAD
version and must be assigned SVY21/ Singapore TM (EPSG:3414) projected map
coordinate system.**
c. All drawings should have the layers listed in Appendix A especially the Site Boundary
(SITEBNRY) layer.**

**Refer to the CAD drawing guidelines in Appendix A.

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The Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable for All Submission Drawings

No Information to Be Provided

1 Proposed development layout

2 Development boundary outlined in red

3 Existing and proposed road reserve line outlined in red

4 Width of existing and proposed roads

5 Category of existing and proposed roads

6 Existing and proposed roadside green verges

7 Existing and proposed levels of the development site

8 Basement line highlighted in brown dotted line

9 Existing structures to be retained are to be indicated in cyan colour

10 Proposed structures to be indicated in magenta colour

11 Existing structures proposed to be demolished to be indicated in yellow colour

12 Schematic engineering drawing with dimensions of retaining/boundary wall and

foundation

13 Fire engine access and fire hardstanding areas

14 All proposed planting areas and/or green roofs (whenever applicable) are to be
coloured green on the site plan and 1st storey plan

15 All proposed slopes are to be shown on the plan with standard land surveying
symbols

16 Width, gradient and soil depth of the existing/reinstated/proposed green buffer/

peripheral planting verges within development site

17 Allowable structures within the green buffer and peripheral planting verges are to be
reflected with the size dimensions annotated

18 For each side of the development boundary, calculation of the total width of structures
allowable within green buffers or peripheral verges, not exceeding 3.0m or 25%
(whichever is greater) of the available road frontage or boundary, is to be shown on
plan

19 Alignment, size, depth and types of existing/proposed underground services and

structures (this includes the affected services and structures that require temporary or
permanent diversion/relocation) that traverse through and/or within the planting areas

20 Sectional drawing of the proposed basement structures below the planting verges should
be provided. Soil depth for tree planting is to be clearly shown on the sectional drawing

21 Hedge planting (only applicable to public buildings and school developments) is to be

indicated on the plan with a wavy green line

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Tree Information

The information of trees/palms/shrubs within the development site and along the roadside
green verge should comprise the following details for submission. (refer to Sample Plan A
for illustration.)

No Information to Be Provided (Tree Information)

1 All trees/greenery are to be uniquely numbered and reflected in their respective colours

The numbering should be consistent with architectural plans (if applicable) throughout
the project

2 Species, girth and heights of existing trees within the site boundary and on the
neighbouring lot up to 5.0m from the boundary should be tabulated in a table

3 Existing roadside trees/cluster palms/shrubs abutting the development boundary

and up to 10.0m on both sides of the boundary are to be indicated

Any changes to the status of the existing trees approved at DC/BP stage of
Architect‘s plan are to be reflected

4 Colour Code for Existing Trees/Palms/Shrubs

Status of Existing Trees/Palms/Shrubs Outline in Colour

To be retained Green

To be removed Yellow

Removed without approval Red

Removed with written approval Yellow (indicate the approved

date in the tree schedule)

Non-existent after investigation Indicate a “cross” on tree symbol

5 For trees proposed for conservation, clear photographs are to be provided. The
photograph should show the entire height of the trees

The trees are to be numbered according to the numbering shown on the plan

Note:
The QP/Surveyor is to obtain permission from the neighbouring owner(s) to gather the
requisite tree information within the neighbouring lot(s).

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Sample Plan A

Item 1 — Key and location plans of the development site Item 2 — Tree Information Item 3 — Legend
Item 4 — Address, lot, and/or
plot number of development site

000, MK 0X XXX road

Item 1 Item 2

Item 5 — Other information (i.e. location of development boundary/road reserve

line, category of existing road, location/details of retaining wall, width of green
buffer, location of roadside trees)

Item 5

Item 3

Item 4

XXX road

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Developments with Alternative Green Buffer Configuration or Planting Area

Configuration for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level Provision

In the NParks submission forms, the QP is required to inform NParks of the

consideration(s) by which the development will opt for any of the following:

a. Alternative green buffer configuration

b. Alternative planting area configuration for open air parking area at street level

c. Alternative surface treatment

It is compulsory for projects to comply with all of the conditions stipulated under the
Alternative Green Buffer Configuration or Planting Area Configuration for Open Air
Parking Area at Street Level in the submission application for NParks clearance.

The Additional Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable to

Developments with Alternative Green Buffer Configuration

No Information to Be Provided

1 For each side of the development boundary where green buffer is to be provided,
the original area of green buffer required and the final area of configured green
buffer are to be annotated and tabulated on the site and 1st storey plan

(Refer to Sample Plan B)

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The Additional Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable to Developments

with Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level

No Information to Be Provided

1 For each row of angled or parallel parking lots, the original area of parking lots
planting area and the area of configured planting area are to be annotated and
tabulated on the plan

(Refer to Sample Plan C Scenarios)

2 Width of all designated tree planting areas are to be indicated on the plan

3 For open air parking area at street level, surface treatment options, e.g. “grass pavers”
or “shrub planting areas” are to be annotated for the parking lots on plan

(Refer to Sample Plan D Scenarios 1 & 2)

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Sample Plan B
(Applicable to Developments with Alternative Green Buffer Configuration)

a. To provide a tabulation showing total original and

configured green buffer areas along the particular road
Total original green buffer area fronting frontage on the site and 1st storey plans.
Serangoon North Ave 5 = 84 sqm

Total configured green buffer area fronting b. The total area of green buffer allowed to be configured
Serangoon North Ave 5 = 88 sqm shall not be less than the original area of green buffer
required.

c. The computation of green buffer area shall exclude

area taken up by the development’s access.

d. The 3.0m wide green buffer fronting Serangoon North

Ave 6 need not be computed since it is not configured.

e. All green buffers and 2.0m wide peripheral verges are
to be hatched in green on the site and 1st storey plans.

Site Boundary Line

2.0m Peripheral Verge

Site Boundary/Road Reserve Line

Site Boundary Line

Serangoon North Ave 6

CAT 4
Building

Building Set Back Line

Physical Buffer
Parking Lots
3.0m Green
Buffer Line 6.0m wide
Site Boundary/Road Reserve Line 2.0m Access Road

Total Frontage Length = 34m

Serangoon North Ave 5 3.0m Green
CAT 4 Buffer Line

f. To indicate the minimum 2.0m wide planting area

along the particular road frontage where the green
buffer will be configured.

g. The configured green buffer shall be placed within the

same side of the development boundary as the original
green buffer required.

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Sample Plan C

Scenario 1
Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level for a
Single Row of Parking Lots

a. To provide a tabulation showing total original and

configured planting areas along the particular row of
Total original planting area for parking parking lots on the site and 1st storey plans.
lots 1 to 5 = 24 sqm

Total configured planting area for parking b. The parking lots numberings are to be indicated on site,
lots 1 to 5 = 24 sqm 1st storey plans and the tabulation of planting areas.

c. The total planting area along the particular row of

parking lot allowed to be configured shall not be less
than the total original planting area required.

1 2 3 4 5

2.5m Wide 2.5m Wide

Planting Area Planting Area Driveway

d. To indicate width of planting areas designated for tree planting.

e. The tree planting area must have a minimum 2.0m clear width.

f. Trees are to be planted at maximum spacing of three lots width.

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Sample Plan C

Scenario 2
Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level for Two
Rows of Parking Lots

a. To provide a tabulation showing total original and

configured planting areas along the particular row of
Total original planting area for parking parking lots on the site and 1st storey plans.
lots 1 to 10 = 48 sqm

Total configured planting area for parking b. The parking lots numberings are to be indicated on site,
lots 1 to 10 = 52.80 sqm 1st storey plans and the tabulation of planting areas.

c. The total planting area along the particular row of

parking lot allowed to be configured shall not be less
d. To indicate the width of planting area than the total original planting area required.
(min 1.0m) located along and/or
between parking lots.

Driveway

1 2 3 4 5

1.5m Wide
Planting Area

6 7 8 9 10

3.0m Wide
Planting Area Driveway

e. To indicate width of planting areas designated for tree planting.

f. The tree planting area must have a min 2.0m clear width.

g. Trees are to be planted at maximum spacing of three lots width.

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Sample Plan C

Scenario 3
Alternative Planting Area Configuration for Open Air Parking Area at Street Level for a Row
of Parking Lots Abutting Building

a. To provide a tabulation showing total original and

configured planting areas along the particular row of
Total original planting area for parking parking lots on the site and 1st storey plans.
lots 1 to 5 = 48 sqm

Total configured planting area for parking b. The parking lots numberings are to be indicated on site,
lots 1 to 5 = 48.24 sqm 1st storey plans and the tabulation of planting areas.

c. The total planting area along the particular row of

parking lot allowed to be configured shall not be less
d. To indicate the width of planting area than the total original planting area required.
(min 1.0m) located along and/or
between parking lots.

Building

1.5m Wide
Planting Area

1 2 3 4 5

2.4m Wide 2.4m Wide

Planting Area Planting Area
Driveway

e. To indicate width of planting areas designated for tree planting.

f. The tree planting area must have a minimum 2.0m clear width.

g. Trees are to be planted at maximum spacing of three lots.

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Sample Plan D

Scenario 1
Provision of Grass Pavers for Open Air Parking Lot to Be Indicated on Plan

Extg 2.0m wide planting verge to be retained

Grass pavers to be provided for the open

car park lot

Scenario 2
Shrub Planting Provided in Lieu of Grass Pavers (Not to Scale)

1000 1000

Shrub planting to be provided Shrub planting to be provided

in lieu of grass pavers in lieu of grass pavers

Shrub planting to be provided Shrub planting to be provided

in lieu of grass pavers in lieu of grass pavers

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Application for Building Plan Clearance

There are two different types of BP application to NParks: BP for internal work [BP (internal)]
and BP for external work [BP (external)]. Generally, BP (internal) application is for NParks’
approval for requirements within the development site, whereas BP (external) application is
for NParks’ requirements outside of the development site, usually along the roadside.

BP (Internal)
QP will be notified through the NParks’ DC clearance letter to make application for
NParks’ BP (internal) clearance for their specific development. Generally, NParks would
be assessing the following:

a. Planting scheme for the requisite planting areas such as green buffers, peripheral
planting verges and open air parking planting areas.

b. Conservation of trees (above 1.0m girth) within a TCA or vacant land.

c. Technical requirements and planting scheme for open space, which is provided as part
of a landed housing development or any other development as stipulated by URA.

BP (External)
Generally, NParks’ BP (external) clearance is required if your development will be:

a. Providing new or affecting existing roadside green verges.

b. Proposing new or removing existing roadside greenery, including trees and shrubs,
which are under NParks’ management.

c. Affecting Heritage Road green buffer.

d. Proposing new or relocating existing pedestrian overhead bridge, or any other

infrastructure, which requires the provision of irrigation system to be handed over for
NParks’ management.

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Plan Submission Requirements

You are required to submit the following drawings to NParks as part of your application
(refer to Sample Plan E and Sample Plan F Landscaping Plan for illustration)

a. Location plan of the development site (scale 1:10,000 or 1:5,000) showing access to
the site from the road.

b. Site plan (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

c. 1st storey plan (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

d. Basement plan (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

e. Roof plan (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

f. Landscaping plan (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

g. Cross sections and elevations (scale (1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

h. Survey plan (survey done less than 2 years at the point of application and endorsed
by a qualified surveyor). Not applicable for Alteration & Additions proposals.

Important Note:
a. All submission drawings should include the following details:
• Address, lot and/or plot number of the development site and neighboring lots
• North arrow, scale bar and legend
b. All drawings submitted must be either in BIM Lightweight file format or CAD version and
must be assigned SVY21/ Singapore TM (EPSG:3414) projected map coordinate system.**
c. All drawings should have the layers listed in Appendix A especially the Site Boundary
(SITEBNRY) layer.**

**Note: Refer to the CAD drawing guidelines in Appendix A.

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Building Plan Internal (Landscaping Scheme)

The Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable to Landscaping Plans for
Application at the BP (Internal) Stage

No Information to Be Provided

1 All slopes are to be shown on plan using standard symbols with gradients clearly
indicated on plan

2 Location and species of existing and proposed trees are to be shown on plan

3 A legend for proposed trees and shrubs is to be provided with information of

species, height, girth size and quantity. To use symbols with colors to indicate
different tree/shrub types

(Refer to Sample Plan E)

Note:
Tree planting provisions are to be provided in accordance with the stipulated guidelines or
as approved at the DC stage.

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Sample Plan E: At Grade Landscaping Plan

(Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting Verges)

Gradient 1:15

Trees Description Leaf Area Nos Trees Description Leaf Area Nos
Index (LAI) Index (LAI)

Brachychiton acerifolius 3.0 5 Gardenia carinata 3.0 25

(Australian Flame Tree) (Kedah Gardenia)
Height: 6.0m - overall Height: 3.0m - overall
Girth: 100mm Girth: 60mm
- Bushy, even crown
- Bushy, even crown

Bucida Buceras 3.0 34 Garcinia subelliptica 4.0 34

Height: 5.0m - overall (Happiness Tree)
Girth: 100mm Height: 3.0m - overall
- Bushy, even crown Girth: 50mm
- Bushy, even crown

Cassia fistula 2.5 4 Michelia Champaka 3.0 30

(Golden Shower Tree) Height: 4.0m - overall
Height: 4.0m - overall Girth: 80mm
Girth: 100mm - Bushy, even crown
- Bushy, even crown

Plumeria rubra 2.5 10

(Pink Frangipani)
Height: 3.0m - overall
Girth: 80mm
- Bushy, even crown

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Building Plan Internal (Open Air Parking Area at Street Level)

The Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable to Developments with Open Air
Parking Area at Street Level and for Application at the BP (Internal) Stage

No Information to Be Provided

1 Refer to Building Plan Internal (Landscaping Scheme) table above

2 Details of the surface treatment options, e.g. type of pavers, species of shrubs,
are to be shown on plan

(Refer to Sample Plan F)

3 Details of the proposed green roof system and/or trellis plantings installed for the
parking lots:

• Dimensions of proposed system

• Type of planting species and planting medium
• Details of irrigation/drainage systems
• Maintenance access

Sample Plan F: Details of the Surface Treatment

DETAIL OF GRASS PAVERS

Scale 1:10

CALCULATION OF GRASS PAVERS/GREEN AREAS

Size of Green Pavers = 0.60 x 0.60
= 0.36 sqm

Green Area = (4 x 0.4 x 0.035) + (10 x 0.15 x 0.05)

= 0.056 + 0.075
= 0.131 sqm

Percentage of Green Area = (0.131/0.36) x 100%

= 36.39%

PLAN
ALL PARKING LOTS ARE TO BE FULLY LAID WITH GRASS
PAVERS DESIGNED FOR AT LEAST 35% OF THE LOT AREA
TO BE TURFED

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Building Plan External Works

The Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable for all Submission Drawings for
Application at the BP (External) Stage

(Refer to Sample Plan G and Cross Section H for Illustrations)

No Information to Be Provided

1 For tree information, refer to Chapter 8 under Tree Information (Items 1 to 5)

2 Development boundary outlined in red

3 Road reserve line outlined in red

4 Existing structures to be retained are to be indicated in cyan colour

5 Proposed structures to be indicated in magenta colour

6 Existing structures proposed to be demolished to be indicated in yellow colour

7 Existing and proposed roadside green verge to be indicated in green and

magenta color respectively

8 Width, gradient and soil depth of the existing/reinstated/proposed roadside

green verges

9 Status (e.g. to be retained, proposed to be felled) of the conserved trees/palms/

shrubs within the roadside tables if varies from DC approved drawings are to
be indicated

10 Locations, dimensions and levels of footpath, roadside drain and carriageway are
to be indicated

11 Location, alignment, size, depth and type of existing/proposed road elements

(e.g. OG box, manholes, fire hydrant, lamppost, authorised sign etc), including
underground services within the road reserve

Note: The above includes affected road elements and underground services that
requires temporary or permanent diversion/relocation

12 Radius of splay corners of entrance culverts and driveways

13 Proposed clearance distance from the existing/proposed trees or palms to the

existing/proposed road elements are to be shown

14 For existing trees/palms on footpath, the existing unpaved areas and loose paved
PC slabs around the trees/palms are to be shown

15 Proposed replacement planting scheme for the affected roadside greenery

16 Location of fire engine access/hard standing areas and other proposed structures
such as retaining walls and boundary walls

17 Areas under planting permit if any

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Sample Plan G

Sample Cross Section H

8500 SIDE TABLE 7400 CARRIAGEWAY 4000 7400 CARRIAGEWAY 6500 SIDE TABLE
1500 2000 2000 3000 3700 3700 CENTRE 3700 3700 3000 2000 1500
PROPOSED ROAD RESERVE LINE

PROPOSED ROAD RESERVE LINE

FOOTPATH CYCLING TREE VERGES LANE 1 LANE 2

MEDIAN LANE 2 LANE 1 VERGES TREE FOOTPATH
TRACK PLANTING & & PLANTING CUM
CUM STRIP SERVICES SERVICES STRIP DRAIN
DRAIN
EDGE OF C’WAY

EDGE OF C’WAY

LAMP POST

PROP. TREE LAMP POST

APPROVED CLOSED-TURFING
PC/C DROP-INLET CHAMBER &
PROP. TYPE 18 250 DIA. UPVC PIPE @ 6M C/C PROP.
TREE PAVEMENT STRUCTURE TREE
PROP. PEDESTRIAN GRATING
50~80(H)X600(W) TYPE 18
GROUND LEVEL 108.056 1: 40 SLOT HOLE AT 6MM C/C PAVEMENT STRUCTURE
(WITH CHEQUER PLATE)
RL 107.756 TYPE K2 KERB
1: 30 1: 30 RL 107.264 1: 40 107.564 GROUND LEVEL

PROP. PEDESTRIAN GRATING

WITH CHEQUER PLATE AT 6MM C/C
LOAMY SOIL TO BE PROVIDED
CABLE WARNING SLAB
1300(W)X1500(D) PROP. 600(W)X600(D)(MIN.)
RC U SLAB OVER U DRAIN REFER TO DWG SLABBED OVER U DRAIN
NO. 445.06/E/EL/01/-/2001-2002 900(W)X1000(D)
RC U SLAB OVER U DRAIN

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Building Plan External Works (Pedestrian Overhead Bridge, Road

Viaduct, Flyover, Covered Linkway and Cycling Path)
The Information Stipulated in the following Table is Applicable to Developments with Pedestrian
Overhead Bridge, Road Viaduct, Flyover, Covered Linkway and Cycling Path and for Application
at the BP (External) Stage

(Refer to Sample Cross Section I, J and K)

No Information to Be Provided

1 Road reserve line outlined in red

2 Location, dimensions, levels, gradient and proposed land take for the following
existing/proposed roadside greenery, road-related facilities and infrastructures
are to be indicated:

• Footpath
• Roadside drain
• Roadside tree planting verge/service verge
• Carriageway (at grade/depressed road portal/road viaduct/flyover)
• Covered linkway (including footings)
• Cycling path (including cantilevered path)
• Pedestrian overhead bridge
• Taxi stand and bus shelter/bay
• Planter troughs along pedestrian overhead bridge, road viaduct and flyover

3 Remaining width and proposed gradient of the altered roadside green verges
and green buffer of adjacent developments affected by the proposed road-
related facilities and infrastructures

4 Detailed drawings of irrigation/drainage systems for the structures

5 Existing roadside green verge, green buffers of adjacent development, vacant

land beyond the road reserve (turfed areas) and planter troughs along pedestrian
overhead bridge/road viaduct/flyover are to be coloured green on plan

6 Existing structures to be retained are to be indicated in cyan colour

7 Proposed structures including planting area to be indicated in magenta colour

8 Existing structures including planting area proposed to be demolished to be

indicated in yellow colour

9 Status (e.g. to be retained, proposed to be felled) of the conserved trees/palms/

shrubs within the vacant land beyond the road reserve, green buffer of adjacent
developments and roadside tables, if varies from DC approved drawings, are to
be indicated

10 Planting scheme (including replacement planting scheme for the affected roadside
greenery) for the roadside green verges and planter troughs along pedestrian
overhead bridge/road viaduct/flyover

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Sample Plan I: Showing the Alignment of Pedestrian Overhead Bridge

EXISTING Ø900 WATER TYPE D ALUMINIUM

PIPE BELOW TO REMAIN ALLOW RAILING

DISTURBED VERGES SHOULD BE PLANTED

WITH 50MM THICK AXONOPUS COMPRESSUS
(COW GRASS) IN CLOSE TURFING WITH
PROVISION OF 100MM DEPTH OF APPROVED
SOIL MIXTURE

EXISTING Ø100 WATER SEWER TO REMAIN

APPROXIMATELY 5M BELOW GROUND

VEHICULAR IMPACT GUARDRAIL

TO LTA STANDARD DETAIL

EXISTING COVERED LINKWAY

PROPOSED NEW PEDESTRIAN
OVERHEAD BRIDGE

TYPE C ALUMINIUM
ALLOY RAILING TO LTA PROPOSED L-SHAPED RAMP TO BE
STANDARD DETAIL MAINTAINED BY HDB/TOWN COUNCIL

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Sample Plan J: Showing the Planting Scheme along the Planter Troughs

PROPOSED STAIRCASE ROOF

43490

18050 25441

ON ON

1200 1200

FALL
2400 800
PSPC-1 PSPC-2 1800

4000

2200
20 0 0

FALL
+119.400

800
PROPOSED BOUNDARY LINE
LINE/BOUNDARY LINE

RELOCATED ROOF OF BUS

FALL SHELTER (TO BE MANAGED BY
LTA/OPERATOR AS EXISTING
BUS SHELTER IS UNDER DESIGN-
BUILD-OPERATE CONTRACT)

Proposed Shrub Planting Scheme

Legend Height Spacing Name of Shrub Bushy Flowering Full Form Legend Height Spacing Name of Shrub Bushy Flowering Full Form
(mm) (mm) Species (mm) (mm) Species

400 300 Ixora Super Pink 400 250 Pseudomussaenda flava

200 250 Phyllantus cochinchensis 300 250 Duranta ‘Dark purple’

600 300 Jatropha spp 500 300 Ficus Macrocarpa Gold

200 250 Philodendron yellow

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Sample Cross Section K: Showing the Dimensions and Proposed Land Take for the Cycle Path

8.5m

7m FUTURE
ROAD RESERVE
LINE

EXTG ROAD
RESERVE LINE

3.5 2 1.5

EXTG SIDETABLE PROP. PROP.

CYCLING PATH FOOTPATH
BLK 211

0.7 0.8

1.2m
ANG MO KIO AVE 3

2.7
EXTG PIPE CULVERT EXTG FOOTPATH
(INDICATIVE)

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Application for Certificate of Statutory Completion

NParks’ BP clearance will indicate whether the application for NParks’ CSC clearance is
required. When the development works are completed, QP may request for an inspection
for the completed greenery provision and plantings. CSC clearance will be issued when the
completed works are in accordance with the approved plan/s and meet NParks’ requirements.

CSC inspection is strictly based on the approved plan/s and waiver will not be granted
at CSC stage. Any deviation(s) from the approved plan/s should be re-submitted for BP
amendment and clearance.

Plan Submission Requirements

You are required to submit the following drawings and documents to NParks as part of
your application:

a. As-built drawings of the development (scale 1 : 500, 1 : 200 or 1 : 100)

b. Photos of reinstated site/s and proposed planting verges/trees.

c. Catalogues of the installed materials, frictional loss and flow rate calculations for
structures (e.g. pedestrian overhead bridge) which requires the provision of irrigation
system to be handed over to NParks.

d. For vesting of Open Space:

• Latest URA written permission
• Certified copy of URA approved plan
• Certified land sub-division plans
• As-built plan of the open space
• Handing over of hardscapes works form
• Handing over of horticulture works form
• 3 sets of Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)

Important Note:
a. All submission drawings should include the following details, where appropriate:
• Address, lot and/or plot number of the development site and neighboring lots
• North arrow, scale bar and legend
• Size and quantity of trees
• Length and quantity of shrubs
• Area of new turf (in hectare)
b. All drawings submitted must be either in BIM Lightweight file format or CAD version and
must be assigned SVY21/ Singapore TM (EPSG:3414) projected map coordinate system.**
c. All drawings should have the layers listed in Appendix A especially the Site Boundary
(SITEBNRY) layer.**

**Note: Refer to the CAD drawing guidelines in Appendix A.

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Non-Compliance Application
The non-compliance application applies for projects that cannot comply with NParks’
requirements at the DC and BP submission stages.

In the effort to facilitate our assessment and approval of each non-compliance item, the
QP is to adhere to the following items when filling the submission application form for
each DC or BP submission:

a. To indicate that there is non-compliance application made with respect to the

development submission for NParks’ assessment.

b. To select the type of NParks’ requirement appropriate to the proposed non-

compliance item.

c. To provide clear and detailed justification for the proposed non-compliance item, with
reference made to relevant documents submitted to support the case.

d. To propose alternative solutions or mitigation measures to assuage the impact of the

proposed non-compliance item with reference made to the plan.

QP is to ensure that all sections of each proposed non-compliance item in the

application form are duly filled. Applications that are improperly filled or incomplete
will not be considered.

Please note that the non-compliance application is assessed on a case-by-case basis

and approval is granted based on the merits of each case. Approval granted on the
non-compliance cases should not be taken as precedence for future cases.

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Sample Form — Non-Compliance Application

Item a.

Item b.

Item c.

Item d.

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Pre-Submission Consultation
Pre-submission consultation is a platform for QPs to seek guidance on NParks’ technical
and submission requirements. QPs are encouraged to use this platform to facilitate the
planning for their developments, and the subsequent DC and BP applications.

There are 2 modes of pre-submission consultation available, namely:

a. Walk-in pre-submission consultation.

b. Submission via e-Corenet.

For walk-in pre-submission consultation, the clinics are available on Monday to Friday
(except public holidays) from 9.00am to 12.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Please proceed
to Greenery & Development Planning (GDP) Service Centre at National Parks Board
Headquarters (accessed via Nassim Gate) level 2, Singapore Botanic Gardens, 1 Cluny
Road, Singapore 259569.

To facilitate the session, please bring along softcopies of relevant documents and plans
showing the issues for discussion. For confirmation on whether approval from NParks
is required for your project, please have with you an authorised letter issued by the QP
stating the work involved and the relevant endorsed plans.

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9 SELF-DECLARATION SCHEME

The Self-Declaration (SD) scheme serves to streamline and facilitate applications to NParks
at the DC, BP and CSC stages. In making an application to NParks via this scheme,
proposed works are checked and declared by the QP to be in full compliance with NParks’
requirements as stipulated in prevailing regulations and guidelines. With this, the time
required for applications to be cleared by NParks can be reduced.

Qualifying Developments
To qualify for the SD scheme, the proposed development must meet the eligibility
conditions as set out in the subsequent sections on DC, BP for internal work [BP (internal)],
BP for external work [BP (external)] and CSC applications via the SD scheme.

Submission Procedures
If you are making an application to NParks at the DC stage via the SD scheme, it is
mandatory for subsequent applications at the BP (internal) and CSC for internal work
[CSC (internal)] stages to be done through the SD scheme. The relevant application fee
will apply. Please refer to the submission procedures as shown in the following flowchart:

Submission
BP CSC
through SD DC
(internal) (internal)
scheme

Submission
BP CSC
through normal DC
(internal) (internal)
procedure

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Application to NParks at the BP (external) stage can be done either through the normal
procedure or SD scheme, regardless of the application mode at the DC stage. However,
once a particular mode of application is undertaken at the BP (external) stage, you must
follow through the same application mode for the subsequent application at the CSC for
external work [CSC (external)] stage. The relevant application fee will apply. Please refer to
the submission procedures as shown in the following flowchart:

Submission
BP CSC
through SD DC
(external) (external)
scheme

Submission
BP CSC
through normal DC
(external) (external)
procedure

*Please refer to the plan fee table in NParks’ website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/~/media/

nparks-real-content/partner-us/developers-architects-and-engineers/development-plan-
submission-requirements/5circular1711.pdf?la=en

Submission Requirements
The QP is required to:

a. Submit the SD application form – please ensure that the form is duly and fully completed.

b. Attach the necessary plans. Please refer to the plan submission requirement for DC,
BP and CSC application in Chapter 8, Submission Procedures.

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Rejection of Application
Please note that applications made under the SD scheme will be rejected, without refund
of the application fee, if:

a. The SD application form is incomplete or incorrectly filled out.

b. The eligibility conditions for application via the SD scheme are not met.

c. The necessary plans are not submitted.

d. The proposed works are not in compliance with NParks’ requirements as stipulated in
prevailing regulations and guidelines.

The QP will have to submit a new application, either through the normal procedure or
SD scheme (whichever is applicable), accompanied with a new application fee.

Please note that NParks takes a serious view on false declarations, and reserves the right
to take further action (including prosecutorial action) against any QP, developer or any
other person connected with the false declaration found to be doing so.

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Application for DC clearance

Eligibility Conditions
You will be eligible to apply through the SD scheme, unless your development falls under
the following category:

a. Development with Heritage Tree within the site

b. Development along Heritage Road

c. Development is abutting or within a Nature Reserve or Nature Area

d. Development required by NParks or competent authority to carry out Biodiversity

Impact Assessment (BIA) or Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

e. Development with new pedestrian overhead bridge or proposed building works to

existing pedestrian overhead bridge

f. Development required by competent authority to provide open space, pedestrian mall

or promenade

g. Development with new road proposal under Street Work Act

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To qualify for the SD scheme, the development must also fulfil one criteria in every section
(A through G).

1. The development is located within a Gazetted

TCA or vacant land, and all trees/single stem
palms located within the development site are
either less than or equal to 1.0m in girth. The
girth of the tree shall be measured 1.0m from the
ground. Recent photographs showing clear view
of all the trees/single stem palms within the site
shall be submitted
Section A
OR
Trees/Single Stem
Palms within 2. The development is located within a Gazetted
TCA or vacant land, and there is no tree/single
Development Site stem palm within the development site. Recent
photographs showing clear view of the site shall
be submitted

OR

3. The development site is not located within either a

TCA or vacant land

1. Provision of green buffer and peripheral planting

verge are not required within the boundary of the
development site

OR

Section B 2. Existing green buffer and peripheral planting verge

located within the development will not be altered
or affected by the proposed development works
Green Buffer
and Peripheral OR
Planting Verge 3. Green buffer and peripheral planting verge in the
development have been provided in accordance
with the requirements in Chapter 3, Greenery
Provisions within Premises. Trees will be planted at
a maximum distance of 6.0m from each other. The
girth of the proposed trees shall be at least 0.1m

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1. No open air parking area at street level within the

development site

OR

2. Existing planting areas and grass pavers within

existing open air parking areas at street level will
Section C not be affected by the proposed development works

Open Air OR
Parking Area at 3. Planting areas and surface treatment to parking
Street Level lots have been provided in accordance with the
requirements in Chapter 3, Greenery Provisions
within Premises. Trees will be planted at a
maximum distance of 6.0m from each other.
For open air parking area at street level using
alternative planting area configuration, trees will
be planted up to a maximum spacing of three lots
width for angled parking or two lots length for
parallel parking. The girth of proposed trees shall
be at least 0.1m

Section D 1. The development site is a government land sale site.

The development will comply with NParks’ terms
and conditions for the land sale, including those for
NParks’ Terms conservation of trees
and Conditions
OR
for Government
Land Sale Site 2. The development site is not a government land sale
site.

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1. The development site is abutting existing park and/

or park connector under NParks’ management. The
Section E park and/or park connector will not be affected by
the development works, and there is no proposed
Park and/or new access (e.g. side gate) to the park and/or park
connector
Park Connector
under NParks’ OR

Management 2. The development site is not abutting existing park

and/or park connector under NParks’ management.

1. Adjacent lot is located within a TCA or is a vacant

land, and all trees/single stem palms within the lot,
up to a distance of 5.0m from the development
boundary, are either less than or equal to 1.0m in
Section F girth. The girth of the tree shall be measured 1.0m
from the ground
Trees/Single Stem OR
Palms within
2. Adjacent lot is located within a TCA or is a
Neighbouring Lots vacant land, and there is no tree/single stem
palm within the lot, up to a distance of 5.0m
from the development boundary

OR

3. Adjacent lot is not located within Tree Conservation

Area or vacant land

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1. No roadside tree/single-stem palm along the

development site

OR

2. All existing roadside trees/single-stem palms along

the development site are less or equal to 1.0m
girth. No roadside tree/single-stem palms will
be affected, or only a maximum of two numbers
of roadside trees/single-stem palms, which are
of girth less than 0.5m, will be affected by the
development works. All proposed development
works within the road reserve will be conducted at
a minimum distance away from all other retained
roadside trees/single-stem palms as shown in the
table below:
Section G
Roadside Trees/ Girth of Girth of Single Minimum
Roadside Tree Stem Palm Clear Distance
Single Stem Palms from Proposed
Development
Works within
Road Reserve

Less than or - 1.5m

equal 0.5m

More than 0.5m - 2.5m

but less than or
equal 1.0m

- Less than or 1.0m

equal 1.0m

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Plan Submission Requirement

• Location plan of the development site (scale 1:10,000 or 1:5,000) showing access to
the site from the road.

• Site plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• 1st storey plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Basement plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Roof plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Cross sections and elevations (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Survey plan (survey done less than 2 years at the point of application and endorsed
by a qualified surveyor). Not applicable for Alteration & Additions proposals.

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Application for BP for Internal Work Clearance

Eligibility Conditions
You will be eligible to apply through the SD scheme, unless your development falls under
the following category:

a. Development with Heritage Tree within the site

b. Development along Heritage Road

c. Development is abutting or within a Nature Reserve or Nature Area

d. Development required by NParks or competent authority to carry out BIA and EIA

e. Development with new pedestrian overhead bridge or proposed building works to

existing pedestrian overhead bridge

f. Development required by competent authority to provide open space, pedestrian mall

or promenade

Note:
The QP can only apply for BP (internal) clearance via the SD scheme if DC for the same
project has been approved under the SD scheme.

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To qualify for the SD Scheme, the development must fulfil one criteria in every section
(A through F).

1. The development is located within a Gazetted

TCA or vacant land, and all trees/single stem
palms located within the development site are
either less than or equal to 1.0m in girth. The
girth of the tree shall be measured 1.0m from the
ground. Recent photographs showing clear view
of all the trees/single stem palms within the site
shall be submitted
Section A
OR
Trees/Single Stem
Palms within 2. The development is located within a Gazetted
TCA or vacant land, and there is no tree/single
Development Site stem palm within the development site. Recent
photographs showing clear view of the site shall
be submitted

OR

3. The development site is not located within either a

TCA or vacant land

1. Provision of green buffer and peripheral planting

verge are not required within the boundary of the
development site

OR

2. Existing green buffer and peripheral planting verge

Section B located within the development will not be altered
or affected by the proposed development works
Green Buffer
and Peripheral OR

Planting Verge 3. Green buffer and peripheral planting verge in the

development have been provided in accordance
with therequirements as described in Chapter 3,
Greenery Provisions within Premises. Trees will be
planted at a maximum distance of 6.0m from each
other. The girth of the proposed trees shall be at
least 0.1m

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1. No open air parking area at street level within the

development site

OR

2. Existing planting areas and grass pavers within

Section C existing open air parking areas at street level will
not be affected by the proposed development works
Open Air
OR
Parking Area at
Street Level 3. Planting areas and surface treatment to parking
lots have been provided in accordance with the
requirements in Chapter 3, Greenery Provisions
within Premises. Trees will be planted at a
maximum distance of 6.0m from each other.
For open air parking area at street `level using
alternative planting area configuration, trees will
be planted up to a maximum spacing of three lots
width for angled parking or two lots length for
parallel parking. The girth of proposed trees shall
be at least 0.1m

Section D 1. The development site is a government land sale site.

The development will comply with NParks’ terms
and conditions for the land sale, including those for
NParks’ Terms conservation of trees
and Conditions
OR
for Government
Land Sale Site 2. The development site is not a government land sale
site.

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1. The development site is abutting existing park and/

or park connector under NParks’ management. The
Section E park and/or park connector will not be affected by
the development works, and there is no proposed
Park and/or new access (e.g. side gate) to the park and/or park
connector
Park Connector
under NParks’ OR
Management 2. The development site is not abutting existing park
and/or park connector under NParks’ management.

1. Adjacent lot is located within a TCA or is a vacant

land, and all trees/single stem palms within the lot,
up to a distance of 5.0m from the development
boundary, are either less than or equal to 1.0m in
girth. The girth of the tree shall be measured 1.0m
Section F from the ground

OR
Trees/Single Stem
Palms within 2. Adjacent lot is located within a TCA or is a
vacant land, and there is no tree/single stem
Neighbouring Lots palm within the lot, up to a distance of 5.0m
from the development boundary

OR

3. Adjacent lot is not located within TCA or

vacant land

Note:
The QP can only apply for CSC (internal) via the SD scheme if BP (internal) has been
approved under the SD scheme.

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Plan Submission Requirement

• Location plan of the development site (scale 1:10,000 or 1:5,000) showing access to
the site from the road.

• Site plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• 1st storey plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Basement plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Roof plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Landscaping plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Cross sections and elevations (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

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Application for BP for External Work Clearance

Eligibility Conditions
You will be eligible to apply through the SD scheme, unless your development falls under
the following category:

a. Development along Heritage Road

b. Development abutting or within a Nature Reserve or Nature Area

c. Development with new pedestrian overhead bridge or proposed building works to

existing pedestrian overhead bridge

d. Development required by competent authority to provide pedestrian mall or

promenade

e. Development with new road proposal under Street Work Act

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To qualify for the SD scheme, the development must fulfil one criteria in every section
(A through D).

1. There is no roadside tree/single-stem palm along

the development site

OR

2. All existing roadside trees/single-stem palms along

the development site are less or equal to 1.0m girth.
No roadside tree/single-stem palms will be affected.
All proposed development works within the road
reserve will be conducted at a minimum distance
away from all other retained roadside trees/single-
stem palms as shown in the table below:

Section A Girth of Girth of Single Minimum

Roadside Tree Stem Palm Clear Distance
Roadside Trees/ from Proposed
Single Stem Palms Development
Works within
Road Reserve

Less than or - 1.5m

equal 0.5m

More than 0.5m - 2.5m

but less than or
equal 1.0m

- Less than or 1.0m

equal 1.0m

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1. There is no shrub within the roadside green verge

along the development site.
Section B
OR
Roadside
Section B
2. Existing shrubs within the roadside green verge
Shrubs under along the development site will not be affected by
Roadside
NParks’ the proposed development works.
Green Verge
Management OR

3. Existing shrubs within the roadside green verge

along the development site will be affected by the
proposed development works. The affected area
will be reinstated with the same shrub species and
in the same density as existing condition.

1. There is no new or existing roadside green verge

along the development side.

OR

Section C
B 2. There is no new roadside green verge. Existing
roadside green verge will also not be affected by
Roadside the proposed development works.
Green Verge OR

3. There is no new roadside green verge. Existing

roadside green verge will be affected by the
proposed development works. The roadside green
verge will be reinstated with Axonopus compressus.

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1. The development site is abutting existing park and/

or park connector under NParks’ management. The
Section D park and/or park connector will not be affected by
the development works, and there is no proposed
Park and/or new access (e.g. side gate) to the park and/or park
connector
Park Connector
under NParks’ OR

Management 2. The development site is not abutting existing park

and/or park connector under NParks’ management.

Note:
The QP can only apply for CSC (external) via the SD scheme if BP (external) has been
approved under the SD scheme.

Plan Submission Requirement

• Location plan of the development site (scale 1:10,000 or 1:5,000) showing access to
the site from the road.

• Site plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• 1st storey plan (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

• Cross sections and elevations (scale 1:500, 1:200 or 1:100).

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Application for CSC Clearance

Eligibility Conditions
You can only apply to NParks for CSC (internal) clearance via the SD scheme if BP
(internal) has been approved under the SD scheme. Likewise, you can only apply for
CSC (external) clearance via the SD scheme if BP (external) has been approved under
the SD scheme.

The works must be implemented in accordance with the approved plan, and are also in
compliance with NParks’ requirements as stipulated in prevailing regulations and guidelines.

Submission Requirement

• Date stamped photo of reinstated site, proposed planting area and/or all proposed
trees. Photos must present the trees in their entirety and should also clearly show the
condition of the turf. All photos should be compiled into a file.

• Soil laboratory test results, if applicable.

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Appendix A: CAD Drawing Guidelines

In submitting CAD drawings to NParks, please abide by the following guidelines:

a. All drawing plans are to follow the standard layering, symbol, file naming convention
format C, color and line type standard and the recommended scale to use for
different types of plan as defined in the Code of Practice CP83 for Construction
Computer Aided Design (CAD).

b. All drawings submitted must be assigned the use SVY21/Singapore TM (EPSG:3414)

projected map coordinate system.

c. Each CAD file contains only one title block.

d. Draft work and construction lines must not be included in the CAD files.

e. Limit of the drawing in each CAD file is the same as the boundary of the title block
(i.e no information is included outside the title block).

f. There shall be only one drawing per CAD file. All drawings shall be the last saved
view of the whole drawing complete with one title block.

g. Raster images shall not be attached to the CAD file.

h. Hatch pattern in CAD files, where applicable, are to be used in CAD drawings;
legend for pattern with explanatory note shall be included in the drawing.

i. No proprietary fonts should be used.

j. All layers should be set to “on” in the “last saved view”. No hidden CAD layers
should be included in the CAD files.

k. The CAD files should be named as shown in the following File Naming convention.

File Naming

File Naming convention as indicated should be used (e.g. DTL3 for Downtown Line 3):

Project ID Originator Type of Level/ Zone Version User-

Work View Defined
Plane

D T L 3 - C - S P - - - - A - NPARKS

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Project Identification

User-defined field. E.g. DTL3 for Downtown Line 3.

Originator Level View Plane

A Architect 02 2nd storey

C Civil Engineer B2 Basement 2

L Land Surveyor E2 Elevation 2

R Roof

- Whole project/Site plan

Type of Work

SP Site plan (if the submission contains only one CAD file with all details such as site layout
and floor layout, then Type of Work should be indicated as SP)

FP Floor plan (if the CAD file contains floor layout and “section and/or elevation drawing”,
then Type of Work should be indicated as FP)

FE Floor plan — elevation view (if the CAD file contains section and elevation drawing, then
Type of Work should be indicated as FE)

FX Floor plan — cross section view

SX Site cross section view

SE Site elevation view

SV Survey plan

TP Topo plan

LS Landscaping

OA Other ancillary structure (e.g. bin centre, guard house, bulk meter, etc.)

Zone or Block Version (Revision/Submission)

01 Block 1 A 1st submission

A1 Zone A1 B 2nd submission

- All blocks C 3rd submission

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l. The CAD files should be prepared in accordance to the layers as shown in the
following.

*Note:
Submitted Site Plans must have Site Boundary (SITEBNRY) layer.

List of Layers to be Extracted for Submission to NParks

Element Name Description of Elements

LNSPETRE Existing Tree

LNSPEPAL Existing Palm

LNSPESHB Existing Shrub

LNSPEHED Existing Hedges

LNSPPTRE Proposed Tree

LNSPPPAL Proposed Palm

LNSPESHB Proposed Shrub

LNSPPHED Proposed Hedges

LNSPETURF Turfing

LNSPARTN Aeration Area

LNSPTRGH Aeration Trough

LNSPBUFF Green Buffer

PRGDOUTL Open Space Outline

PRGDCALC Open Space Size Calculation

LNSPVERG Planting Verge

LNSPGRAD Planting Verge Gradient

SITE---- Site, External Works

SITECADA Cadastral Information

SITEBNRY* Site Boundary*

SITEKPLN Key Plan

SITENRTH North Point

SITEBASE Basement Outline

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Element Name Description of Elements

SITEWALL Boundary Wall

SITEBLDG Building Outline

SITESTBK Building Setback

SITEDRAN Drain

SITE---- Diversion of Existing Services

ROADVERG Roadside Planting Verge

ROADCPRK Open Carparks

ROADWIDL Road Reserve Line

ROAD---- Roadways

SDRN---- Roadside Drain, Scupper Drain/pipe

SDRNRESV Drainage Reserve

PATH---- Footpaths, Walkways

PATHWALK Covered Walkways

CPRK--- Covered Carparks

RETWWALL Retaining Wall

BRDG---- Covered Overhead Bridge

ANOT---- Annotations for Entire CAD Sheet

Including Texts, Dimensions

ANOTENDO Plan Endorsement

ANOTGRID Grids

ANOTTBLK Title Block

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Appendix B: Specified Premises Exempted from the

Provision of Green Buffers and Peripheral Planting
Verges
The following developments are exempted from the provision of green buffers and
peripheral planting verges within their premises.

1. House numbers 263, 265, 267, 269, 271, 273, 275, 277, 279, 281, 281A, 283,
283A, 285, 287, 287A, 289 and 289A at Holland Road, and which are more
particularly delineated in Map 1.

MAP 1

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2. House numbers 15, 37, 41, 43, 45, 47, 49, 67, 75, 81, 85, 87, 95, 101 and 103 at
Beach Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 2.

3. House numbers 402, 408, 410, 420, 452, 460, 470, 490, 492, 494, 496, 516, 520
and 530 at North Bridge Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map
2.

4. House numbers 21, 31, 33, 37, 41, 51 and plots TS12-00530A, TS12-98507X,
TS12-98514W, TS12-98512C, TS12-98511L, TS12-98531W, TS12-98506N, TS12-
98503T, TS12-98496N, TS12-98498L, TS12-98497X, TS12-98489P, TS12-98492P,
TS12-00478M, TS12-00388C, TS12-00389M, TS12-00390L, TS12-98439W,
TS12-98441M, TS12-98442W, TS12-98446A, TS12-98447K, TS12-98448N,
TS12-98440C, TS12-00832L, TS12-00831X, TS12-00860K, TS12-00739X,
TS12-00859X, TS12-98458P, TS12-00884V, TS12-98530M, TS12-98505K,
TS12-98502P, TS12-98499C, TS12-98493T, TS12-98488V, TS12-00951X, TS12-
98455M, TS12-00386X, TS12-98483X, TS12-98482N, TS12-98481K, TS12-
98454C, TS12-98473W, TS12-00747V, TS12-00529N and TS12-00687M at
Middle Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 2.

5. House numbers 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 39 and 41 at
Seah Street, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 2.

MAP 2

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6. House numbers 87, 89, 91, 93, 95, 97, 99, 101, 103, 105 and 107 at Emerald Hill
Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 3.

7. House numbers 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54 and 56 at
Saunders Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 3.

MAP 3

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8. House numbers 231, 233, 235, 237, 239, 241 and 243 at Cantonment Road, and
which are more particularly delineated in Map 4.

MAP 4

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9. House numbers 65 and 69 at Mohamed Sultan Road, and which are more particularly
delineated in Map 5.

10. House numbers 20, 22, 38 and 50 at Martin Road, and which are more particularly
delineated in Map 5.

11. House number 11 at Arnasalam Chetty Road, and which is more particularly
delineated in Map 5.

12. House number 9 at Muthuraman Chetty Road, and which is more particularly
delineated in Map 5.

MAP 5

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13. House numbers 218, 220, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242,
244, 248, 262, 264, 266, 268, 270, 272, 274, 276, 278, 280, 282, 284, 286,
288, 290, 292, 294, 296, 298 and 308 at River Valley Road, and which are more
particularly delineated in Map 6.

14. House numbers 1, 3 and 5 at Tank Road, and which are more particularly delineated
in Map 6.

MAP 6

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15. House numbers 219, 223, 225, 227, 229, 231, 233, 235, 237, 239, 241, 243, 245,
247, 249, 251, 253, 255, 257, 259, 261, 263, 265, 267, 269, 271, 273, 275 and
277 at Jalan Kayu, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 7.

MAP 7

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16. House numbers 242, 244, 246, 248, 250, 252, 254, 256 and 258 at Jalan Kayu, and which
are more particularly delineated in Map 8.

MAP 8

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17. House numbers 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and
28 at Maju Avenue, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 9.

18. House numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 14B and 14D at Kensington
Park Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 9.

19. House numbers 53, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70,
71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, 83, 85 and 87 at Serangoon Garden Way, and which are
more particularly delineated in Map 9.

MAP 9

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20. House numbers 219, 221, 223, 225, 227, 229, 231 and 233 at River Valley Road,
and which are more particularly delineated in Map 10.

MAP 10

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21. House numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 at Upper
Circular Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 11.

22. House numbers 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 36, 37, 39, 40, 41, 42 and
43 at Carpenter Street, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 11.

23. House numbers 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29,
30, 31, 32, 33, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46 and 47 at Hong Kong
Street, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 11.

24. House numbers 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45,
46, 47 and 50 at North Canal Road, and which are more particularly delineated in
Map 11.

25. House numbers 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 35, 43, 45, 47, 49, 53, 55, 59 and
61 at New Bridge Road, and which are more particularly delineated in Map 11.

26. House numbers 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 46, 50, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64, 66, 68, 70,
72, 74, 76, 78, 80, 82, 84, 86 and 88 at South Bridge Road, and which are more
particularly delineated in Map 11.

MAP 11

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