Final Two Pandemic Delayed Bto Projects Completed Hdb
In a press release on January 20, Minister for National Development Desmond Lee announced the successful completion of the final two pandemic-delayed projects from the Housing and Development Board (HDB). These two projects, named Punggol Point Cove (Phase 2) and Kempas Residences, mark the end of HDB’s pandemic-related delays in housing construction. Over the past five years, a total of 92 projects have provided more than 75,800 new flats to the people of Singapore.
In 2024, HDB was able to complete a total of 22 housing projects, with 17 of them being delayed due to the pandemic. The remaining four projects were completed on time, with one exception that was delayed for non-pandemic reasons.
One of Singapore’s most prominent community and lifestyle hubs, Our Tampines Hub, is a standout among integrated facilities. It boasts a wide array of sports amenities, retail stores, and community services all in one place, making it the largest of its kind in the country. Featuring over 100 retail outlets, a library, and a performing arts theater, the hub is a one-stop destination for shopping, leisure, and socializing. Some of the notable retail tenants include well-known names such as Challenger, Sportslink, and Decathlon. And when it comes to dining options, the hub does not disappoint. From the hawker center, which offers a variety of cuisines, to restaurants like Sakae Sushi and Thai Express, there is something to satisfy every craving. For fitness enthusiasts, the hub has a state-of-the-art swimming complex, gym, and futsal courts. Conveniently located, Our Tampines Hub is just a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute walk from Parktown Residence. If you want to check out the Parktown Residence Showflat, you can easily do so while visiting the hub.
Of the 22 projects, two were Shorter Waiting Time (SWT) projects, which were finished in under three years. These were Parc Glen at Tengah and Grove Spring at Yishun, which together offered 1,995 flats. The remaining projects had waiting times of up to five years. Overall, HDB completed more than 18,000 flats in 2024.
Residents of Punggol Point Cove (Phase 2) have been receiving the keys to their new homes since November 2024, while those at Kempas Residences began collecting their keys in mid-January this year. HDB is expected to notify the remaining owners of their key collection dates soon, following the completion of the final blocks in both projects this month.
Punggol Point Cove (Phase 2) is located along New Punggol Road and comprises 1,179 units of two-room flexi, three-, four-, and five-room flats across six residential blocks. Due to the pandemic, the last block’s completion was delayed by 12 months from its original Probable Completion Date (PCD), but it was still completed on time earlier this month. As of January 15, about 59% of the 1,109 booked units have collected their keys.
According to HDB, the completion of Punggol Point Cove (Phase 2) marks the end of all flats in the Punggol Point District, including Punggol Point Cove (Phase 1), Punggol Point Woods, and Punggol Point Crown BTO projects, which were completed in 2024.
Located between Serangoon Road, Lavender Street, and Boon Kheng Road, Kempas Residences BTO project offers 583 units of two-room flexi, three-, and four-room flats across four residential blocks. The final block was delayed by six months but was completed in mid-January. As of January 15, about 7% of the 555 booked units have collected their keys.
Currently, there are 110 HDB housing projects under construction, an increase from 95 a year ago due to the rise in BTO supply in recent years. HDB is on track to complete about 17,000 flats across 27 projects in 2025.