Chapter 3 Flashcards
1
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URA’s objectives
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- balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations
2
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URA’s roles
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- guide SG’s physical development
- act as an agent for the gov
- conservation authority
- development control
3
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Challenges faces by SG
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- we are a city state RRAAAAHHH!!!!!
- Not enough land
- Not all land can be redeveloped
- Height restrictions near airports
- Land have to be used by military
4
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Solutions
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- smart solution
- reclamation land use
- intensify land use
build up
5
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What is a master plan
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- plan for 10 to 15 years
- reviewed every 5 years
6
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Master Plan
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- plan for next 10 to 15 years
- reviewed every 5 years
7
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Long Term Plan
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- plan for the next 50 years
- reviewed every 10 years
8
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Long term plan 1971
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- develop new housing towns, industrial estates, transport infrastructure and recreational spaces
- Central Area was established as the Central Business District
9
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Long term plan 1991
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- evolved from meeting basic needs
- to creating an island city balancing work and play, culture and commerce, and where nature, waterbodies and urban development are woven seamlessly together.
10
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long term plan 2001
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- provide a high quality living by offering a wider choice of housing options
- transform Singapore into a global financial hub
- by setting aside land in the city centre to support the growth of financial and services sectors.
11
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Long term plan 2011
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- sustain a high-quality living
12
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Master plan THEMES
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- Liveable and Inclusive communities
- Convenient and Sustainable mobility
13
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Liveable and Inclusive Communities
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- new housing concepts and more choices
- Range of amenities for all ages
- more greenery and play spaces
14
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Convenient and Sustainable mobility
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- better connectivity for all
- easier access to work and amenities
- harnessing new mobility tech and business models
15
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Pillars
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Live: Well and Together
Move: Efficient and connected
