Unsuccessful BTO Flat Applications in 2016

Mr Muhamad Faisal Bin Abdul Manap asked the Minister for National Development in 2016, what is the number of unsuccessful Build-To-Order (BTO) applications for the following categories (i) first-timer (ii) second-timer and (iii) third-timer or more.

Mr Lawrence Wong: The number of unsuccessful BTO applicants in 2016 is not available as the selection process is still on-going.

Nonetheless, most first-timer families who apply for a BTO flat in the non-mature estates today should be able to book a flat within their first or second try, and definitely on their third try. Families are generally not eligible to purchase BTO flats from HDB beyond two times.