Home Improvement Programme: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the Home Improvement Programme provides subsidies for essential repairs and toilet upgrades in older residential blocks.
The Home Improvement Programme (HIP) provides subsidized funding to help residents in older housing blocks carry out essential repairs and upgrades.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to residents living in older HDB blocks that have been specifically selected for the upgrading program.
What you get
If your block is selected, you can access subsidized services for toilet upgrades and repairs for spalling concrete, which is when pieces of concrete break off from the building's structure.
What it costs you
While the government provides subsidies, you will still need to pay a small co-payment portion of the costs. The exact amount you pay depends on the type of flat you live in.
The catch to know
Because this involves physical work on the building, you will have to deal with construction noise and dust around your home during the renovation period.
How to apply
- Check if your block has been selected for the program.
- Review the specific repair or upgrade options available for your flat.
- Follow the instructions provided by the housing authority regarding the renovation schedule.
- Contact the official housing board for more details on your specific block.