More greenery retained, fewer homes planned for Maju Forest, Gillman Barracks sites after public feedback
The proposed development at both sites has drawn public outcry, with residents and nature groups calling for stronger environmental safeguards.
Singapore's Ministry of National Development will retain more natural areas than initially planned for two sites, Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks, following public feedback, according to Alvin Tan, Minister of State for National Development. This decision, announced on August 14, will result in fewer homes being built in the areas, as about 15 hectares of Maju Forest and at least 10 hectares of forest at Gillman Barracks may be cleared for housing developments.
The government aims to strike a balance between affordable housing and preserving green spaces and ecological connectivity. Nature groups have urged authorities to maintain wider green corridors linking various parks and reserves, while residents have expressed concerns about overdevelopment and deforestation. The Housing and Development Board (HDB) had planned to build new homes at both sites following environmental and heritage studies, but further adjustments will be made based on the feedback received.
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