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The new housing estate in Yishun, Chencharu, will see the launch of its first Build-to-Order (BTO) project in June. The project comprises 1,270 units, ranging from two-room flexi to five-room flats. They make up part of the approximately 10,000 homes —First BTO project in Chencharu, Yishun's new estate, to be launched in June; flats will have smart and green features
The new housing estate in Yishun, Chencharu, will see the launch of its first Build-to-Order (BTO) project in June. The project comprises 1,270 units, ranging from two-room flexi to five-room flats. They make up part of the approximately 10,000 homes — of which 80 per cent will be public housing — to be built in Chencharu by 2040, Minister for National Development Desmond Lee announced in March. Flats in the estate will boast sustainable and smart features. For instance, they will be oriented in the north-south direction to improve natural ventilation and minimise direct sunlight entering the homes as well as the subsequent build-up of heat. «Where applicable, studies on wind flow, temperature, solar irradiance and sun-shadow analysis will be carried out to create a green and comfortable living environment,» said the Housing and Development Board (HDB) in a press release on Wednesday (June 12). «Homes will also incorporate provisions to facilitate the adoption of smart home solutions.» Read more