In one of the most significant shifts in Singapore’s land-use strategy in recent years, several major parcels — including parts of the Orchid Country Club (OCC) estate and sites within Science Park — have been earmarked for rezoning to residential use. The move reflects the government’s ongoing priority to secure long-term housing supply amid growing population needs and land scarcity.

Why These Plots Are Being Rezoned

The updated land-use plans align with Singapore’s strategy to ensure a steady and sustainable pipeline of housing. This comes as demand remains robust across both public and private markets. Key motivations include:

• Optimising underutilised or low-density land
• Preparing future housing supply ahead of demographic shifts
• Supporting urban renewal in matured districts
• Balancing recreation, employment and residential needs

Large tracts like OCC and Science Park present rare redevelopment potential given their size, centrality and existing infrastructure.

Orchid Country Club: Major Redevelopment Potential

Occupying a sizeable waterfront site along the Lower Seletar Reservoir, portions of OCC will transition from recreational use to residential development. This could enable:

• New waterfront private or executive condominiums
• Integration with surrounding greenery and park connectors
• Enhanced amenities for Yishun and northern Singapore

As golf courses face land optimisation reviews islandwide, OCC’s future redevelopment stands out as a major long-term opportunity.

Science Park: A Shift Toward Mixed Urban Living

Selected plots within Science Park — traditionally a tech and R&D hub — will be rezoned to support mixed-use residential integration. Benefits include:

• Creating a live–work–innovate ecosystem
• Reducing travel time for talent working in tech clusters
• Boosting the appeal of the Greater Kent Ridge and One-North region

This aligns with global trends where research districts increasingly include residential components to attract international talent.

Impact on Singapore’s Housing Landscape

Rezoning these high-potential plots is expected to:

• Support future BTO and private home supply
• Introduce new residential nodes near employment clusters
• Improve affordability through diversified supply
• Unlock rare, well-located parcels for long-term development

While redevelopment will take place over many years, the planning signals are clear — Singapore is preparing ahead.

TopBroker Insight

Strategic rezoning decisions today shape tomorrow’s property landscape. OCC and Science Park are prime examples of how Singapore balances recreation, employment and housing needs. For buyers and investors, these shifts open the door to emerging growth corridors, especially in areas with new MRT lines, waterfront potential and tech-driven demand.