Some HDB residents shocked by acquisition for Woodlands Checkpoint expansion, others welcome move

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SINGAPORE - News that his four-room flat would be acquired came as a shock to retired technician Aluwi Mohammedan, who has been living in Block 212 Marsiling Crescent for more than 20 years.

one of nine that will be acquired to make way for a further expansion of Woodlands Checkpoint,Mr Aluwi said he was shocked when Housing Board officers visited his flat on Thursday to inform him about the acquisition.

They will get the same compensation as those offered under the Selective En bloc Redevelopment Scheme , which includes compensation based on the market value of their flats.They can register for the replacement flats in the first quarter of 2023, and construction is slated to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2027.

When ST visited the block at noon, HDB officers were informing home owners of the acquisition and its rehousing benefits. Madam Loh Swee Fang is excited to move to the new replacement flats, which will have modern and comprehensive facilities including adult and elderly fitness stations, pavilions and a childcare centre.

Ms Serene Tay, 46, who works in sales and has been living at the block since 2016, said she has received calls from friends and family congratulating her.

 

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Just like vision SG75 ; by then there won’t be any older 4-5room (big) homes! 10M population, achievable 🤦🏾

Good reminder: u dont own anything in Singapore. Never. U re a rich local: move ur money away!! Mark my words.

Expand checkpoint ...but Malaysia side got Expand meh ?🤔

Wah the government can just anyhow move an entire block people around Ah? It’s as if you don’t really own your HDB like that.

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