what is conservancy charges

Conservancy charges, formally known as Service & Conservancy Charges (S&CC), are monthly fees paid by owners or tenants of HDB flats and commercial properties in Singapore to their respective Town Councils for maintenance services.

These charges cover cleaning, security, lift maintenance, landscaping, and general upkeep of common areas in housing estates.

Key Details for Residential HDB Flats (as of July 2024, inclusive of 9% GST)

Rates vary by Town Council and property type, with reduced rates for eligible Singaporean citizens who do not own private property:

Property Type	Normal Rate (per month)	Reduced Rate (per month)
1-Room	$59.50–$63.80	$22.00–$22.50
2-Room	$62.00–$67.10	$31.90–$34.00
3-Room	$70.50–$79.60	$51.00–$53.00
4-Room	$81.50–$85.20	$70.60–$71.40
5-Room	$91.20–$98.10	$90.10–$91.20
Executive/Maisonette	$117.50–$119.00	$115.20

For private condominiums like The Iveria, similar maintenance charges (often called MCST fees) are collected by the Management Corporation for Strata Title (MCST) and typically range from S$0.50–S$1.20 per sq ft per month, depending on unit size, amenities, and location—check EdgeProp Singapore for specific The Iveria details.

Payment and Penalties

• Due on the 1st of each month.
• Late penalties: S$1–S$6 for residential, S$10 for commercial.

Eligible HDB households may receive quarterly S&CC rebates (1.5–3.5 months' worth) via the GST Voucher scheme.