The stockpiling of sand and granite is part of the Government's multi-prong strategy to enhance our resilience against any sudden disruption in the supply of essential construction materials. The Lim Chu Kang site was selected after careful consideration, balancing the various needs of land use. We are conscious of the proximity of this site to farms in the area, and have put in place measures to mitigate any impact on nearby farms and surrounding areas. This includes various dust control measures, preserving existing plants and planting additional trees along the site boundary.

With these mitigating measures in place, any impact from the granite stockpiling on surrounding farms is expected to be minimal. Tests also show the granite stockpile presents no significant radiation hazard.

In addition, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority has started a surveillance programme to monitor the soil and water conditions around the stockpile site.

BCA and other authorities will continue to closely monitor the farms, surroundings and stockpiling activity and put in additional mitigating measures if necessary.

Ng Cher Cheng
Deputy Director (Strategic Materials Department)
Building and Construction Authority