Inclusion of Expected Child in Calculation of Per Capita Income for Determining Rental Rates under Parenthood Provisional Housing Scheme

Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin asked the Minister for National Development whether the Ministry can consider including an expected child who is past 24 weeks in gestational age in the calculation of the per capita income (PCI) for the purpose of determining rental rates under the Parenthood Provisional Housing Scheme in recognition of upcoming financial responsibilities associated with childbirth and caring for an infant.

Mr Chee Hong Tat: The Parenthood Provisional Housing Scheme (PPHS) offers a subsidised housing option for eligible families, including expectant parents, while they are awaiting completion of their new Housing and Development Board flat. A monthly household income ceiling of $7,000 was implemented in August 2021 to target support at families who are less able to afford renting on the open market. PPHS rents are not differentiated based on per capita income.