Singapore Master Plan 2025 Gazette: Key Updates, Developments and What to Expect
The Master Plan 2025 has been officially gazetted, marking the conclusion of the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s biggest public engagement exercise to date. This statutory land use plan will guide how Singapore grows and evolves over the next 10 to 15 years. It builds on ideas from the Long Term Plan Review and serves as the country’s roadmap for housing, jobs, recreation, nature and heritage.
1. How Master Plan 2025 Was Shaped
URA spent two years engaging close to 220,000 people between October 2023 and June 2025. Through exhibitions, dialogues, workshops, surveys and AI assisted visualisation tools like Dream Lab, Singaporeans contributed ideas and gave feedback on planning priorities.
During the exhibition period alone, almost 250,000 people visited the Draft Master Plan 2025 exhibition that was held at URA Centre and 14 other locations. Close to 500,000 viewers also explored the exhibition website.
What People Said They Wanted
Feedback revealed clear priorities. Singaporeans value:
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Connected neighbourhoods with convenient access to amenities, transport and jobs
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More parks and recreational spaces
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Spaces that support active lifestyles, well being and ageing in place
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A balanced approach that respects heritage while meeting future development needs
The following data table summarises the engagement scale.
Public Engagement Summary
| Category | Figures |
|---|---|
| People engaged from Oct 2023 to Jun 2025 | Close to 220,000 |
| Draft MP2025 physical exhibition visitors | Almost 250,000 |
| Draft MP2025 website visitors | Nearly 500,000 |
2. Key Focus Areas of Master Plan 2025
The Master Plan is structured around four main themes that shaped the new proposals.
i. Shaping a Happy and Healthy City
Plans include more inclusive homes, active lifestyle support and ageing in place. The goal is to improve daily accessibility and comfort for all age groups.
ii. Enabling Sustainable Growth
Strengthening the economy remains central. MP2025 supports new business nodes and future economic opportunities.
iii. Strengthening Urban Resilience
Singapore will leverage creative land use solutions to optimise limited space while preparing for climate change challenges.
iv. Stewarding Nature and Heritage
Agencies will enhance natural capital and ensure built heritage is well preserved and sensitively adapted for new uses.
3. What Happens Next: Upcoming Developments
With MP2025 officially adopted, agencies will begin translating proposals into real projects. These will support housing aspirations, energise the city centre and expand recreational options.
New Housing Areas Taking Shape
Two major sites will be redeveloped into new housing estates:
| Location | Details |
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| Bukit Timah Turf City | Preparatory works will begin to transform the former racecourse into a new housing estate with greenery and heritage integration. |
| Kranji (former Singapore Racecourse) | The site will be developed into a vibrant housing estate. A consultancy tender will be called next year to create a detailed master plan. |
Recreation and Community Spaces
Singaporeans can expect more inclusive and diverse recreational experiences across the island.
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Sites at Marina Bay will be released for interim sports uses.
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Queensway will gain a new community node along the Rail Corridor. Works will begin next year following extensive engagement with residents and architects.
Conservation Efforts
A total of 33 buildings have been conserved under MP2025. These buildings represent important themes in Singapore’s history, including economy, housing, social development and defence.
Agencies will evaluate how to integrate these structures into future developments while allowing for meaningful adaptive reuse. Some of these buildings are:
| Building / Site | Category | Notes |
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| Bukit Timah Turf City North Grandstand | Economy / Heritage | Part of the historic racecourse structures. |
| Bukit Timah Turf City South Grandstand | Economy / Heritage | One of the two main grandstands conserved. |
| Fairways Quarters (Turf City) | Housing / Heritage | Part of the former Turf City cluster; within the 22 conserved structures there. |
| Former Royal Malayan Navy Administrative Block | Defence | Recognised as an important defence heritage building. |
| Jurong Hill Tower | Social / Community | An iconic lookout tower for the Jurong area. |
| Singapore Badminton Stadium (Singapore Badminton Hall) | Social / Sports | One of five sites proposed for conservation in 2025. |
| Former Pasir Panjang English School | Social / Education | Historic school building recognised for heritage value. |
| NATSTEEL Steel Structure Pavilion | Economy | Highlighted in URA Annual Report as part of new conservation efforts. |
| Dakota Crescent SIT Blocks (6 blocks) | Housing | Part of the original 1958 Singapore Improvement Trust estate. |
4. Continued Partnership with Singaporeans
URA has stated that even though the review is complete, public engagement will continue as plans evolve. The strong sense of ownership shown by residents and stakeholders has shaped a more inclusive plan for future generations.
Master Plan 2025 and the accompanying Written Statement are available online and in hard copy at The URA Centre Atrium. Members of the public can also submit queries or feedback.
FAQ
What is Master Plan 2025?
Singapore’s official land use plan for the next 10 to 15 years, guiding housing, jobs, recreation, nature and heritage planning.
How many people were engaged in the process?
Close to 220,000 between October 2023 and June 2025.
What are key upcoming developments?
New housing estates at Bukit Timah Turf City and Kranji, new sports and community spaces, and conservation of 33 buildings.
When was MP2025 gazetted?
1 December 2025.
