• In 1993, Richard Hu, then Minister for National Development, announced two new residential housing types, one of which was cluster housing.
• The building of cluster housing was aimed at providing more diverse housing options for Singaporeans and allowing more homeowners to experience high-end living in a serene environment.
• Homes in cluster housing developments are priced more affordably than bungalows, and come with an array of facilities similar to condominiums.
• Singapore’s first cluster housing project was built in Woodlands.
• Cluster housing is considered strata-titled landed property in Singapore.
• In 2014, the Urban Redevelopment Authority made adjustments to the development guidelines for strata landed properties. The biggest change was stipulating that communal open space should account for at least 45% of the total built-up area, which was 15% more than before. Within this 45% area, recreational facilities could comprise up to 20%, while foliage and greenery must account for at least 25%.

Cluster housing looks similar to regular landed property but is sold like condominiums with strata titles. Like condominiums, too, they may include common facilities such as swimming pools, gyms, basketball courts and barbecue pits. (Lianhe Zaobao, 9/3/2000)