The Home-based Business Scheme enables anyone to run a small-scale business, including a food business, from their home, provided they comply with the requirements and conditions.
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This scheme is for those who want to run small-scale businesses from their Housing Development Board (HDB) flats or private homes.
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Last Updated 04 Jul 2026
This scheme allows home-based businesses to operate without requiring approval from the HDB or Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), provided they meet all the scheme's requirements.
If you are operating from a HDB flat, please visit HDB’s website for details. If you are operating from a non-HDB property, please visit URA’s website for details.
Additionally, all home-based food businesses must comply with:
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