The Rapid Transit System (RTS) and public roads have to be protected from the impact of any construction works carried out in relation to developments in the vicinity. This section sets out the requirements of the Rapid Transit System Act and Street Works Act for the protection of the RTS and public roads.

The roads constructed by land development agencies and the private sector has to be designed according to prevailing standards to ensure a safe and pleasant travelling experience for all road users including cyclists and pedestrains. This section sets out the requirement of the Street Works Act (Private Street Regulations) for street works proposals relating to development works. It outlines the essential submission procedures and technical requirements pertaining to the design and construction of street works. 

There are two key considerations a Qualified Person (QP) must take when designing a parking place. The first is the number of parking lot requirement and the second is the layout of the parking place.

The parking place layout should be safe and functional to facilitate smooth and convenient passage for motorists. QPs should design the parking place with this in mind. While the minimum dimensions of a parking place stipulated in the Rules meet the lot and manoeuvring requirements of most vehicles in Singapore, provision in excess of the minimum dimensions may be made to further enhance the layout of the parking place.