Ms Chua booked a flat at Telok Blangah Towers under the October 2007 Build-to-Order (BTO) exercise. More time is needed to complete the construction of these blocks as they are double the height of typical blocks. This is why the estimated completion date was indicated at July 31, 2013.

But, we will try to complete the project as quickly as possible, so that buyers can take possession of their flats sooner. The estimated completion date is regularly updated on HDB's website and Homelink hotline to help buyers plan ahead.

We have studied the feedback received from those who were unsuccessful in HDB's sales exercises. The majority of those who were unable to select their choice units had applied for flats in the more popular mature estates, where land for building new flats is limited.

Such applicants would enjoy better chances of success if they were to cast their net wider and consider buying a flat in the newer towns like Punggol and Sengkang, where more new HDB projects are launched.

Those with urgent housing needs can also consider the resale market where there is a wide range of units offered, and eligible first-timers can enjoy a CPF Housing Grant of $30,000/$40,000.

Kee Lay Cheng (Ms)
Deputy Director (Marketing & Projects)
For Director (Estate Administration & Property)
Housing & Development Board