{"id":73341,"date":"2024-03-05T18:38:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T10:38:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/?p=73341"},"modified":"2025-08-20T18:59:32","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T10:59:32","slug":"what-ura-is-plot-ratio-how-to-read-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/what-ura-is-plot-ratio-how-to-read-it\/","title":{"rendered":"URA plot ratio: What is URA plot ratio & how to read it? (Guide for homeowners, landlords, and investors)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Have you ever wondered how industry experts predict the type of property a new plot of land could hold and how many units it might accommodate?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the key factors they consider is the plot ratio of the land and neighbouring areas. But how can you, as a homeowner, landlord, or investor, leverage this information? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how you can effectively read and decode the URA plot ratio:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table of contents<\/h2>
  • What is a plot ratio?<\/a><\/li>
  • Why does plot ratio matter?<\/a><\/li>
  • How to read plot ratio values?<\/a><\/li>
  • Maximum property height restriction in Singapore<\/a>
    • Under what circumstances might the maximum number of storeys vary?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
    • Why do we need height restrictions?<\/a>
      • Safety and security<\/a><\/li>
      • Proximity to Changi Airport<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
      • Future skyscrapers in Singapore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n

        What is a plot ratio?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        In Singapore’s urban landscape, residential zones are delineated in beige, with each area assigned a specific Gross Plot Ratio (GPR). When you zoom in on the URA Master Plan via URA Space,<\/a> you’ll notice numerical values associated with each plot (e.g., 2.9, 3.0, 3.5). This number represents the plot ratio of the land parcel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Plot ratio is a crucial metric that measures how intensively a plot of land can be developed. It serves as an indicator of the potential for skyscrapers or tall buildings within a given area, determining the maximum<\/span> gross floor area (GFA)<\/span><\/a> allowable for any development on the land parcel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Read more:\u00a0URA Master Plan for property buyers: How to read and understand it<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n