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Hi,

TOP means the date you get your keys to your unit and can move in.

Thanks!

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Dear All,

Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) is a temporary permit issued by the authorities to allow owners to occupy the building. This permit is only issued upon key regulatory requirements for the development are met and approved by the authorities.

However, the development still need to obtain Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC) in order to be cleared completely by authorities.

Upon TOP, Owner’s Mortgage loan will be payable at the TOP stage (85% of the loan) only. This mean lower monthly instalments till CSC is cleared (Full 15% amount to the developer by the bank).

Do note that there are cases that the CSC is issued together with the TOP.

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Hi

TOP = Temporary Occupation Permit.

This is one of two official key checkpoints for the completion of building.
The other and subsequent check point being the CSC = Certificate of Statutory Completion.

The TOP signifies that the building is certified as safe and meets the codes for humans to occupy it, to live in it.

These 2 checkpoints are used as clear and convenient markers in the progress of payments and the progress of ownership transfer.

Feel free to contact me if you have more questions.

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Temporary Occupation Permit.
Means you can move in to your unit while waiting for actual completion..

- Hakim
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"TOP" stands for "Temporary Occupation Permit." It is a permit issued by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore, allowing owners to occupy the building temporarily. This means that the building is deemed safe for occupation, even though it might not have received its Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC).

Receiving the TOP is a significant milestone for new developments, as it indicates that the units can be handed over to buyers for occupation. However, it's worth noting that while residents can move in once the TOP is issued, there might still be some minor construction or rectification works ongoing in the development.

Happy to share more insights over text or a cup of coffee!

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Jay Lim 林俊哲
More than a decade ago when this question was asked, artificial intelligence was still in its infant stage. Today, we have software like ChatGPT to help us with such queries. Here’s one response from AI for the books:

“TOP is an official document issued by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore. It signifies that a construction project, such as a residential or commercial building, has been completed in accordance with approved building plans and has passed the necessary safety and regulatory inspections. When a property or building receives its TOP, it indicates that it is safe and legally ready for occupancy.”

On top of this, couple of other interesting things to note (written by myself):
- TOP is not the final step to building completion. The final step is Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC), which certifies that the building has met all regulatory requirements set out by governmental agencies such as PUB, LTA, SCDF, to name a few.

- For homebuyers under Progressive Payment Scheme, upon TOP and before CSC, their mortgage payments will be based on 85% on the purchased price, rather than the full 100%. Hence you enjoy a lower monthly mortgage before CSC is obtained.

- Developments tend to TOP earlier than their slated date by developers (although not always). As the builders are required to complete building by then or they are likely penalised to pay liquidated damages to various parties. Hence TOP date is set with a slight buffer for delays in construction or unforeseen situation such as Covid pandemic.

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Temporary Occupation Permit.
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In Singapore, for condos, "TOP" stands for Temporary Occupation Permit.

It's an important milestone in a condo development project, signifying that the building has met specific construction standards and is ready for residents to move in.

Here's a breakdown of the significance of TOP:

Occupancy after TOP: Once a condo receives TOP, residents can collect their keys and officially move into their units.

Impact on Pricing: Condos under construction are typically sold based on estimated timelines for TOP. The closer a condo gets to its TOP date, the property value might increase due to its nearing completion.
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In Singapore, for condos, "TOP" stands for Temporary Occupation Permit.

It's an important milestone in a condo development project, signifying that the building has met specific construction standards and is ready for residents to move in.

Here's a breakdown of the significance of TOP:

Occupancy after TOP: Once a condo receives TOP, residents can collect their keys and officially move into their units.

Impact on Pricing: Condos under construction are typically sold based on estimated timelines for TOP. The closer a condo gets to its TOP date, the property value might increase due to its nearing completion.
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"If you need more assistance with property matters:

like renting / selling, buying / or investing, I'm here to help!

WhatsApp me at >>9856 9255 or through this link.:https://wa.me/6598569255.

(Unfortunately, this platform doesn't allow direct contact, but you can easily reach me )

You can check out my reviews here: https://www.propertyguru.com.sg/agent/able-s-k-toh-61591.

For buyers, I offer solutions for sourcing resale and new private homes at no charge.

I can connect you with reputable bankers for private housing loans free of charge and with no obligation.

I also have partners to assist with mortgage home insurance matters.

Let's seal this affinity by technology; please PM me your contact for assistance with your real estate needs. So, I believe in Affinity (Chinese word: 缘份) :), let's SEAL this AFFINITY Not by blood but by Technology > Please PM, Private Message your contact so that I CAN BE (EXTRA) PAIR OF HANDS / BRAIN and LEGS to Assist you NOW or FUTURE REAL ESTATE NEEDS!

*** You can reach me at my Singapore mobile: (+65)>>9856 9255>> or email me at Able.selling@gmail.com.

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