Written Answer by Ministry of National Development on HDB's Goodwill Repair Assistance Scheme
Aug 15, 2016
Mr Muhamad Faisal Abdul Manap: To ask the Minister for National Development
a) what is the current policy and approval process for granting flat owners subsidies under HDB's Goodwill Repair Assistance Scheme; and
b) whether MPs and grassroots advisors have a role to play in this process and, if so, what is their role.
Answer:
Flat owners are responsible for the maintenance of the interior of their flats. This includes the repair of spalling concrete and ceiling leaks. They will also have to bear the cost of the repair works.
If the leak or spalling concrete is due to wear and tear, flat owners can request for assistance under the Goodwill Repair Assistance (GRA) scheme, where HDB will arrange for the repair and co-pay 50 per cent of the repair cost.
As this a nation-wide scheme, the network of government-appointed Advisors help outreach, ground assessment and to check that the flats are eligible for repairs under the GRA. HDB also welcomes feedback from all Members of Parliament (MPs) should they encounter such cases among their residents.