Written answer by Ministry of National Development on considerations for converting HDB carpark spaces for alternative uses

Nov 4, 2025

Question No: 603

Question by: Mr David Hoe 

To ask the Minister for National Development (a) what are the current requirements when considering the feasibility of converting HDB carpark spaces for alternative uses such as sports or recreational spaces; (b) whether exceptions can be considered, relaxing requirements in estates where carpark space utilisation is persistently low; and (c) whether HDB will consider allowing greater flexibility to meet community needs.

Answer:

When considering requests to repurpose HDB multi-storey car parks, or MSCPs in short, to other uses, HDB takes into account various factors such as the demand for parking spaces over time, potential disamenities to residents, and safety considerations. These include fire safety provisions, exit capacity and structural loading.

2. Where suitable, HDB has supported such requests and converted the upper levels of some MSCPs to greenery and community gardens. HDB will also consider requests to repurpose MSCPs to other uses that benefit the community, subject to site-specific assessment on the technical feasibility and specific needs.