Our Tanglin Halt

When will the PPHS flats be demolished? I was recently asked on whether the flats used in the interim under the Parenthood Provisional Housing Scheme (PPHS)  could remain in use beyond Q1 2030 , when the site is scheduled to expire.  While I would certainly welcome an extension - after all, it would allow future residents (myself included) to enjoy those unblocked views for a little longer - an objective view clearly shows that such an outcome is highly unlikely . The reasons are detailed below, and together they paint a consistent picture of why this is the case. An aerial view of PPHS flats situated in the Tanglin Halt Estate Significant Dependencies In my earlier post , I explained that if demolition begins immediately after PPHS flats are vacated in early 2030, site reinstatement and preparatory works will then proceed which will take more than a year. Realistically, construction works on these sites can only begin thereafter in  2031–2032 . Given the typical 4 to 5 y...

A Deeper Dive into Tanglin Halt's Masterplan A deeper look at Tanglin Halt’s masterplan reveals how the estate’s transformation has unfolded over several planning cycles. With Commonwealth View and Commonwealth 10 completed, the earliest outlines of the new neighborhood began to surface in the URA Master Plan 2019. The URA Master Plan 2019: A First Look into the New Tanglin Halt It wasn’t until mid‑2022 , however, that the detailed plans for the upper half of the estate crystallised. When Amendment No. 29/22 to the Master Plan was proposed, it carved out the specific land parcels that would eventually become Tanglin Halt Cascadia and Tanglin Halt Courtyard . It also formalized the route of the proposed linear park , a green connector threading through the estate and linking Commonwealth MRT to the rail corridor. A comparison between the original and amended Master Plan 2019 for the Tanglin Halt estate, with key amendments outlined in red. The proposed amendment to Master Plan No...

Tanglin Halt's Redevelopment Journey - What's Next? The Singapore government and its agencies are known for their strong forward planning, taking a forward-looking and coordinated approach to development.  This is clearly reflected in the timeline shared in Part 1 , where the redevelopment of the estate has been unfolding over the past 20 years - l ike clockwork .  Since 2004, different parts of the estate have been progressively redeveloped and residents relocated in phases. This systematic approach ensures a smooth transition while minimizing disruption to the surrounding community. With this in mind, we can make a reasonable prediction of what lies ahead for the estate. Current and Upcoming Developments As of today, the following developments within the estate have been completed or are in progress: 1. Commonwealth View (QT N4 RC26) – Completed, SERS replacement flats 2. Commonwealth 10 (QT N4 RC30) – Completed, SERS replacement flats 3. Tanglin Halt Cascadia (QT N4 ...