What is the role of URA in Singapore?

URA stands for the Urban Redevelopment Authority and it is the national planning and conservation authority in Singapore. Its role is to plan and facilitate Singapore’s physical development in a sustainable manner, while also preserving its cultural heritage and ensuring a high quality of life for its residents. The URA is responsible for a wide … Read more

Is URA a government agency?

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is the national urban planning authority of Singapore, and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development of the Government of Singapore. Land use planning URA’s main responsibility is land-use planning. URA planners devise both long-term strategic plans, along with medium-term plans, which are reviewed every five to ten years. These plans designate the land use and urban density for the … Read more