URA offers sweeteners to 3 buildings to spur Orchard makeover

Orchard OG, Midpoint and Faber House can have higher gross plot ratio, build hotel

The offer is being made as part of the Strategic Development Incentive Scheme that encourages the rejuvenation of older buildings in strategic areas like Orchard Road. ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH
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The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is offering the owners of Midpoint Orchard, Orchard OG and Faber House sweeteners to spur them to redevelop as part of Singapore's plan to rejuvenate its most famous shopping belt.

Observers said that this could be a way to negotiate the tricky situation surrounding Midpoint Orchard - a strata-titled building which, The Straits Times understands, has about 60 owners.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on December 21, 2019, with the headline URA offers sweeteners to 3 buildings to spur Orchard makeover. Subscribe