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URA Draft Master Plan
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Central Area

Including plans for Downtown, Orchard, Newton, Pearl’s Hill and Marina South and more.

Last updated 3 July 2025

Introduction

The dynamic heart of the city

Enhancing City Neighbourhoods

Look forward to more residential neighbourhoods that are close to transport options, workplaces and abundant lifestyle offerings in the heart of the city. New and existing neighbourhoods are being enhanced to retain their unique character while offering new types of urban living.

Connecting Our Green and Blue Spaces

Across the city centre, new and improved connections will make it more enjoyable to walk and cycle. More seamless connections to parks and waterbodies in the city will also expand the options for recreation and play.

Rejuvenating our Downtown

Our Downtown will continue evolving as a vibrant mixed-use district that is globally attractive and locally relevant. There will be rejuvenated workplaces and new recreational offerings as well as active waterbodies and public spaces for respite.

Diversifying Lifestyle and Retail Belts

The social and entertainment hubs of the city, Orchard Road, is being refreshed with a wider variety of recreation opportunities.

Celebrating Heritage and Culture

Our diverse arts and cultural offerings in the Bras Basah.Bugis and Civic District will be sustained and rejuvenated. They will be complemented by the rich heritage and culture in the neighbouring Historic Districts to anchor our city centre as a vibrant place for arts and culture.