Public housing projects will be developed in Pearl's Hill and Toa Payoh West
The substantial supply in established, transit-connected locations may broaden public-housing choices while supporting town rejuvenation and demand from buyers seeking proximity to family.
Pearl’s Hill and Toa Payoh West will receive approximately 1,700 and 1,600 BTO units respectively, alongside rental flats and new amenities.
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• More housing options for Singaporeans
• Greater support for families with three or more children under the Third Child Priority Scheme
At MND’s Committee of Supply debate today, Minister for National Development, Mr Chee Hong Tat, announced plans to develop public housing projects in Pearl’s Hill and Toa Payoh West to provide more housing options for Singaporeans. Senior Minister of State (SMS) for National Development, Ms Sun Xueling announced the enhancements to the Third Child Priority Scheme (TCPS) to support the housing needs of families with three or more children.
More public housing locations for buyers to choose from
[Announced by Minister]
• New public housing projects will be developed in Pearl’s Hill and Toa Payoh West.
• Pearl’s Hill and Toa Payoh will be rejuvenated with more amenities to support the needs of new and existing residents.
Supporting families with three or more children to secure a flat through TCPS
[Announced by SMS]
• Increase TCPS allocation quota from up to 5% to up to 10% for flats offered in the Build-To-Order (BTO) and Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) exercises
• Extend TCPS eligibility criteria to families expecting their third child
[Date of implementation: June 2026 BTO exercise]
Supporting families with three or more children to secure a flat through TCPS
[Announced by SMS]
• Increase TCPS allocation quota from up to 5% to up to 10% for flats offered in the Build-To-Order (BTO) and Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) exercises
• Extend TCPS eligibility criteria to families expecting their third child
[Date of implementation: June 2026 BTO exercise]
New public housing projects to be developed in Pearl’s Hill and Toa Payoh West
Pearl’s Hill: first public housing project in over 40 years
A new BTO project at Pearl’s Hill will be launched within the next few years, on the site of the former Outram Park Complex. This will be the first time in more than four decades that public housing is being developed in Pearl’s Hill. The development is part of the Government's efforts to renew and rejuvenate older towns.
Location of the new public housing area at Pearl's Hill
Located next to Outram Park MRT station, at the base of Pearl’s Hill City Park, the new BTO project will comprise approximately 1,700 2-room Flexi, 3-room and 4-room BTO flats, as well as over 140 public rental flats. At over 60 storeys, the development will be Singapore’s tallest public housing project.
Artist’s impression of the first BTO project which will be designed sensitively to respond to Pearl's Hill's unique hilly terrain
The new BTO development will draw inspiration from the nearby Chinatown heritage. Its design concept references Shan Shui Hua (山水画, or "mountain-water painting"), a traditional Chinese landscape style that depicts mountains and flowing water in harmony. The development seeks to provide residents with a tranquil living environment, by incorporating green and landscaped spaces in its design, while remaining connected to the city’s dynamic energy. For example, Active, Beautiful, and Clean cascading water features and a canopy of trees within the development will provide respite from the bustle of city living. Residents will also benefit from enhanced connectivity to existing green spaces, as the development will connect Pearl’s Hill City Park to Outram Park MRT seamlessly.
Toa Payoh West: new BTO project next to Caldecott MRT station, including Toa Payoh’s first Community Care Apartments
As part of our rejuvenation efforts for Toa Payoh, HDB will launch a BTO project next to Caldecott MRT station in October 2026, providing more housing options for those looking to live closer to family in Toa Payoh and other nearby towns.
Location of the upcoming BTO project and developments in Toa Payoh West
Drawing inspiration from the area’s topography, the project will feature a distinctive terracing skyline that reflects its hillside character. It will comprise approximately 1,600 units across 5 blocks, including 590 2-room Flexi flats and 580 4-room flats, as well as about 230 public rental flats. There will also be 240 units of Community Care Apartments (CCA) – a first for Toa Payoh – for seniors who wish to age independently in their community.
Home buyers can look forward to amenities such as a food court, fast food restaurant, a supermarket, a childcare centre and shops. More details, including the project classification, will be announced during the October 2026 sales exercise.
A.I generated artist’s impression of the BTO project in Toa Payoh West, next to Caldecott MRT Station
New neighbourhood park and mixed-use development in Toa Payoh West
Beyond the development, residents can also look forward to a new 1.1-hectare neighbourhood park fronting the project, with green spaces designed for exercise, play, rest and therapeutic activities. Plans are also underway for a new mixed-use development in Toa Payoh West. The mixed-use development will incorporate residential units and a shopping centre, as well as provide residents with new community spaces and contemporary retail options.
Over the next decade, the government will launch more than 10,000 new public and private housing units across Toa Payoh West and Mount Pleasant. As we rejuvenate existing towns with new homes, we will continue to work with agencies to ensure that there are sufficient amenities, such as transport options, to support residents’ needs.
Supporting the housing needs of families with three or more children
The TCPS provides priority flat allocation to eligible families with three or more children, helping them to secure a flat more quickly. Under the TCPS, up to 5% of the flats offered in the BTO and SBF exercises are currently set aside for eligible first-timer and second-timer families. From 2020 to 2024, over 2,800 BTO applicants benefitted from the TCPS.
Enhancements to TCPS
From the June 2026 BTO exercise onwards, HDB will enhance the TCPS to provide greater support to eligible families:
a) The TCPS allocation quota will be increased from up to 5% to up to 10% for flats offered in BTO and SBF sales exercises.
b) We will expand the eligibility criteria to allow families to apply for a flat under TCPS when the family is expecting their third child.
Applicants may refer to the HDB InfoWEB for details on the eligibility criteria for the TCPS.
The Government is committed to providing homes to meet the diverse housing needs of Singaporeans and supporting their home ownership aspirations at different life stages. We will continue to keep public housing affordable, accessible and inclusive, and support Singaporean’s home ownership aspirations.
Issued By: MND & HDB
Date: 4 March 2026