# Formalisation Of Revitalisation Measures at Boat Quay Historic District, Upper Circular Road Area and Clarke Quay Conservation Area

- **Source:** Ministry of National Development
- **Published:** 2026-08-17T09:30:00.000Z
- **Author:** Ministry of National Development
- **Original:** https://www.mnd.gov.sg/newsroom/press-releases/view/formalisation-of-revitalisation-measures-at-boat-quay-historic-district-upper-circular-road-area-and-clarke-quay-conservation-area
- **Topics:** Government & Policy

## Featured rationale

Continued nightlife approvals, extended liquor hours and Circular Road closures may strengthen commercial demand and footfall across the Singapore River’s mixed-use conservation precincts.

## AI summary

The Government will permanently adopt Boat Quay and Clarke Quay revitalisation measures from 18 August 2026 after approving 37 new nightlife-use applications during the pilot.

## Original article

Following the encouraging results from the one-year pilot of revitalisation measures at the Boat Quay Historic District, Upper Circular Road area and Clarke Quay Conservation Area, the Government will formalise these measures with effect from Tuesday, 18 August 2026.

One-year pilot introduced to enhance vibrancy

Located within the historic Singapore River precinct, the Boat Quay Historic District and Clarke Quay Conservation Area are prominent waterfront destinations. As distinctive low-rise, mixed-use districts along the Singapore River, they continue to play an important role in Singapore’s lifestyle landscape.

To enhance vibrancy and provide opportunities for businesses in these areas, the Government had introduced a one-year pilot on 18 August 2025, comprising the following revitalisation measures:

Allowing new Change of Use applications for new bars, pubs and nightclubs within the Boat Quay Historic District along the Boat Quay Waterfront, Circular Road, Lorong Telok and Canton Street, with approved proposals granted Temporary Permission for up to three years;

Extension of liquor trading hours to 4am (the following day) on all Thursday and Friday nights in the Boat Quay Historic District, Clarke Quay Conservation Area and Upper Circular Road area; and

Resumption of road closures at Circular Road for events and pedestrian-friendly activities.

Encouraging results from the pilot

The pilot has seen strong interest from businesses. Between August 2025 and June 2026, URA has approved 37 applications for new nightlife uses in the Boat Quay Historic District where new applications can be considered. SPF approved 92 applications to extend liquor trading hours within the Clarke Quay Conservation Area, Boat Quay Historic District and Upper Circular Road area.

With support from local stakeholders in stepping up security patrols, the law-and-order situation in the precinct has remained stable throughout the pilot. Together with the positive response and feedback received from local stakeholders, the Government will formalise the revitalisation measures, with effect from 18 August 2026. Businesses may continue to apply for the relevant approvals, such as Change of Use applications and extended liquor trading hours.

Conclusion

The Government will continue to work with local stakeholders to facilitate nightlife vibrancy in the Boat Quay Historic District and neighbouring areas. At the same time, public safety and security remain a priority. The respective agencies will continue to work with local stakeholders on security measures to ensure law and order as well as responsible management of the nightlife spaces and public areas at these locations.

MINISTRY OF TRADE & INDUSTRY
MINISTRY OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

## Chinese translation

> Translation model: grok_cli

### 驳船码头历史区、上圆形路一带及克拉码头保育区振兴措施正式化

驳船码头历史区、上圆形路一带及克拉码头保育区振兴措施为期一年的试点取得令人鼓舞的成果后，政府将自2026年8月18日星期二起，将这些措施正式化。

推出一年试点以提升活力

驳船码头历史区与克拉码头保育区位于新加坡河历史地段，是知名的滨水目的地。作为新加坡河沿岸独特的低层混合用途区，它们持续在新加坡的生活休闲版图中扮演重要角色。

为提升这些地区的活力并为商家提供机遇，政府于2025年8月18日推出为期一年的试点，包含以下振兴措施：

允许在驳船码头历史区内沿驳船码头滨水带、圆形路、直落巷与广东街提出新的酒吧、夜店及夜总会用途变更申请，获批方案可获最长三年的临时许可；

将驳船码头历史区、克拉码头保育区及上圆形路一带的酒类营业时间，在每周四及周五夜晚延长至翌日凌晨4时；以及

恢复圆形路因活动及步行友好用途而实施的道路封闭。

试点成果令人鼓舞

试点期间，商家反应热烈。在2025年8月至2026年6月期间，市区重建局（URA）在可考虑新申请的驳船码头历史区，已批准37宗新的夜生活用途申请。新加坡警察部队（SPF）则在克拉码头保育区、驳船码头历史区及上圆形路一带，批准了92宗延长酒类营业时间的申请。

在地方利益相关方加强保安巡逻的支持下，试点期间该地段的治安情况保持稳定。结合积极响应及地方利益相关方的反馈，政府将自2026年8月18日起，将振兴措施正式化。商家可继续申请相关批准，例如用途变更申请及延长酒类营业时间。

结语

政府将继续与地方利益相关方合作，促进驳船码头历史区及邻近地区的夜生活活力。与此同时，公共安全与保安仍是优先事项。相关机构将继续与地方利益相关方合作落实保安措施，以确保这些地点的夜生活空间及公共区域维持治安并负责任地管理。

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