The Integrated Plan Checking Systems aim to automate the checking process for the various plan types. These are leading-edge systems that require the integration of expert knowledge in plan checking as well as artificial intelligence (AI) and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) technologies. With these systems, regulatory requirements can be captured more consistently and comprehensively. Any areas of non-compliance with regulations can be detected and amended during the design phase rather than during the approval phase. As a result, less re-submission needs to be done without compromising on the safety aspects of building.

The Integration

Several government agencies are currently working together on a integrated plan checking project to deliver a single plan-checking tool to check building plans submitted by Architects and M&E Engineers for compliance of the various authorities regulations.

Key Participants

• Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
• Central Building Plans Unit of National Environment Agency (CBPU)
• Housing & Development Board (HDB)
• Land Transport Authority (LTA)
• National Parks Board (NParks)
• Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
• Public Utilities Board: Drainage Department, Sewerage Department & Water Department (PUB)