Cost of Lift Upgrading Programme for Hougang SMC

Mr Png Eng Huat asked the Minister for National Development (a) what is the cost of the Lift Upgrading Programme (LUP) for Hougang SMC, excluding the cost- sharing by residents and the town council; and (b) what is the amount paid by residents of Hougang for this town-wide LUP.

Mr Lawrence Wong: The Lift Upgrading Programme (LUP) was launched in 2001 to provide direct lift access to flats and enhance convenience for residents, especially the elderly and the less mobile.

The LUP is a heavily subsidised programme, with the Government paying 75% to 90% of the cost depending on flat type. For Hougang SMC, the cost of LUP works that have been completed so far is around $77 million, and the Government share is around $64 million. The remaining amount is shared between households and the Town Council. In particular, Singapore Citizen households pay 5% to 12.5% of the cost depending on flat type, subject to a cap of $3,000 per household.