Transforming Dover Drive: A New Housing Vision

Big changes are coming to Dover Drive in Singapore! The Housing Development Board (HDB) has received the green light to demolish the former ITE headquarters and the ITE Dover campus, paving the way for a major housing development.

New Beginnings as Old Structures Fall

Set for demolition are the iconic buildings at 10 and 20 Dover Drive, which have served educational purposes since their inception in the mid-90s. The HDB announced that demolition will kick off in the first half of 2026. These sites have been part of the educational landscape, housing the ITE until 2010 and later the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT).

A Housing Boom on the Horizon

According to the URA Draft Master Plan 2025, this redevelopment will transform approximately 5.9 hectares of land into new homes, including a sprawling 3.8-hectare housing plot capable of accommodating around 1,300 new flats! That's roughly the size of five football fields dedicated to residential living!

Tapping Into a Growing Neighborhood

With the ongoing development of the Dover-Medway neighborhood, the URA aims to introduce around 6,000 public and private homes within the area, which is expected to be completed over the next 10 to 15 years. The first phases are targeting plots near Anglo-Chinese School and one-north, with initial sales expected by November.

Housing Analysts Weigh In on Demand

Real estate experts are buzzing about the 3.8-hectare plot’s potential to yield up to 1,900 housing units, and they highlight the strategic location's appeal due to proximity to educational institutions like Fairfield Methodist School (Primary). As more homes emerge, demand for primary schooling may also rise.

The Fate of a Local Art Treasure

Among these changes, the fate of 'Root 2,' a stunning stainless steel sculpture by local artist Robert Min Chen, remains uncertain. Weighing in at 5,000 kg and crafted for $300,000, this iconic piece will need to find a new home following the demolition.

An Artistic Legacy Left Behind

While moving the sculpture was considered, the cost proved impractical. As the area shifts towards modernity, Mr. Chen advocates for relocating the sculpture to enhance public accessibility. Will this creative piece find new life amid the housing developments?

Conclusion: A New Chapter for Dover!

As the HDB prepares to develop the former ITE campuses, residents can anticipate a vibrant community emerging in place of the old. With innovative housing solutions and potential upgrades to local infrastructure, Dover Drive is on the cusp of an exciting transformation that promises to blend the old with the new!