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CAAS scraps solar panel approval requirements near airports starting October

This is part of the Minister of Transport's broader efforts in reviewing its rules.

Businesses will no longer need to seek approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) to install solar panels near airports starting 1 October, announced Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat.
 
Previously, developers had to wait up to two months for CAAS approval, with consultant assessments costing around $3,500. Chee explained that advancements in solar photovoltaic technology have reduced the glare from panels, minimising the risk to airport operations.
 
This regulatory change is part of broader efforts by the Ministry of Transport to review its rules and reduce burdens on businesses.

Moreover, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has simplified the process of handing over road infrastructure, cutting the timeframe from eight months to as little as one month after the defect liability period. The LTA has also introduced road design templates to standardise submissions and reduce costly revisions.

LTA’s participation in CORENET X, a digital platform consolidating over 20 touch points from seven regulatory agencies into three key submission gateways, is expected to further streamline processes.

The LTA is also leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance its services, developing a chatbot that provides tailored advice on regulatory requirements, with industry professionals encouraged to contribute real-life examples to improve its accuracy. Chee emphasised that this tool will evolve into a valuable resource for developers as more proposals are submitted.

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