A new map based app that utilizes Geographic Information System (GIS) technology has been launched by Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), Singapore. The new app help the users with information related to buying or leasing a property besides information on the approved use and storey height of the building, approved use of the surrounding properties etc. The new app promises easy retrieval of information on property for professionals and general public alike. Users only have to click on a building or type in an address and the app will retrieve information from URA records relevant decisions on any new building erection, change of use, alteration of structures etc. For the users which have registered online, this app comes totally free of cost. A processing fee of $30 has been applied in the past for downloading the detailed records of decision notices for development applications. At present, GIS technology has been extensively deployed to provide information related to conserved buildings and property market. Plans are in pipeline to develop an app for enquiries on development charge rates on similar lines.
International e-Gov Update
GIS-BASED PROPERTY APP LAUNCHED IN SINGAPORE
From April 2014 • Informatics, National Informatics Centre