Coordinating Repair and Redecoration Works at HDB Estates

Mr Zainal Sapari asked the Minister for National Development whether HDB can consider the scheduling of repair and redecoration works of HDB multi-storey car parks to coincide with the general repair and redecoration works of the estates managed by Town Councils so as to minimise inconveniences to residents.

Mr Khaw Boon Wan: Currently, Town Councils manage the general Repair & Redecoration (R&R) works for the residential blocks in their respective towns, while HDB manages the R&R works for all HDB Multi-Storey Car Parks (MSCPs). It is a good idea to coordinate and synchronise the R&R works. One way is for HDB to outsource the R&R works for the MSCPs to the local Town Councils, with funding from HDB. This way, the Town Councils can better synchronise the works in their towns, achieve a coordinated look for the precinct and minimise inconvenience to residents arising from different contractors carrying out the works at different periods. HDB welcomes interested Town Councils to participate in such an approach.