Written Answer by Ministry of National Development on actions against renovation contractors who illegally dump renovation debris at common areas of HDB flats

Aug 1, 2022

Mr Lim Biow Chuan: To ask the Minister for National Development whether HDB will impose an immediate suspension or debarment of renovation contractors who illegally dump renovation debris at common areas of HDB flats.

Answer:

1          When carrying out works in HDB flats, contractors are required to properly dispose of renovation debris at NEA-approved disposal sites at the end of every workday.

2          Renovation contractors who are found to have improperly disposed of renovation debris on common property in HDB estates will face a penalty of $500 and be given 6 demerit points under the Demerit Points System. Renovation contractors who accumulate 24 demerit points within a 24-month period will be barred from carrying out any new renovations works in HDB flats for the next 12 months.

3          In addition, Town Councils (TCs) are also empowered under the Town Councils Act to make by-laws to allow them to take appropriate action against contractors for dumping offences at HDB common areas. This may include issuing a notice of composition to errant contractors.