Can the current HDB owner apply for a renovation permit on behalf of the new owner

No, the current HDB owner cannot apply for a renovation permit on behalf of the new owner. According to HDB guidelines, the application for a renovation permit must be made by the flat owners themselves or their authorized representatives. The new owner must wait until the transfer of ownership is complete before applying for any renovation permits.

The application process involves the flat owner signing an acknowledgement form and providing the necessary documents, including scaled floor plans showing the proposed renovations. This ensures that the person responsible for the flat is aware of and agrees to the renovation works.