Client guidance
These introductory notes help Singapore property owners and project teams prepare for an architectural, study or authority-submission enquiry. Requirements vary by property and scope; VivATA will review the available information before recommending an appointment or submission pathway.
Discuss your projectA useful preparation sequence
Define the need
Gather documents
Review constraints
Confirm appointment
01
Start by confirming the approved use of the premises, the intended new activity, tenancy constraints and whether planning or technical approvals may be required. Early review helps identify the correct authority pathway before fit-out or operational commitments are made.
Preparation 01
Existing approved use and address
Preparation 02
Proposed business activity
Preparation 03
Tenancy or ownership documents
Preparation 04
Available plans and proposed layout
02
A Qualified Person may be required when proposed building works or submissions fall within Singapore’s statutory approval framework. The exact appointment depends on the property, scope and authorities involved, so the project should be reviewed before a submission route is confirmed.
Preparation 01
Description of proposed works
Preparation 02
Existing and proposed drawings
Preparation 03
Property type and location
Preparation 04
Known authority correspondence
03
Changes to layout, occupancy, escape provisions or fire-protection systems can affect fire-safety requirements. A useful first review brings together the intended use, current plans, proposed alterations and any previous fire-safety approvals.
Preparation 01
Current floor plan
Preparation 02
Proposed layout and occupancy
Preparation 03
Existing fire-safety records
Preparation 04
Fit-out and operational requirements
04
A clear brief allows the architect to advise on scope, programme, consultant needs and an appropriate fee basis. The first conversation should establish the project objectives, site conditions, decision-makers, budget expectations and desired timeline.
Preparation 01
Project objectives
Preparation 02
Site or premises information
Preparation 03
Budget and programme expectations
Preparation 04
Known constraints and stakeholders
05
A feasibility study helps owners test opportunities and constraints before committing to detailed design or construction. Depending on the brief, it may consider planning context, capacity, operations, façade options, compliance matters and viable next steps.
Preparation 01
Decision the study must support
Preparation 02
Site and building information
Preparation 03
Operational requirements
Preparation 04
Options or constraints already identified
This page provides general introductory information, not regulatory or project-specific advice. Authority requirements and appointment scope should be confirmed against the current project circumstances.