The wait for a Build To Order (BTO) flat can range from as long as 3 to 5 years. That could feel like an eternity to eager couples who are excited to move into their new homes.
But that didn’t stop this couple from wanting to help stranded Malaysians who were in desperate need of accommodation following the sudden border controls put in place by the Malaysian government.
S’porean Reportedly Offers Incomplete BTO Flat To Stranded M’sian Workers To Stay At For Free
While most couples might jump straight into renovations plan for their BTO, this couple decided to help others in need.
They selflessly offered their Bukit Batok built-to-order (BTO) flat to Malaysian workers who were left without a place to stay.
Unfortunately, the BTO flat has yet to undergo renovation works.
The good news is that it has running electricity, water and would provide the Malaysian workers with a roof over their heads to tide them through this difficult period.
The kind man took to Facebook to share his offer and said that if some still aren’t able to find accommodation due to Malaysia’s lockdown following the coronavirus, they are welcome to stay at his incomplete flat for the time being.
He explains that his BTO flat is not ready yet but that it has basic necessities like electricity and running water.
The flat is so new that there aren’t even any room doors or flooring but he says that at the very least, those who chose to stay will have shelter from the rain.
He will also be very kindly providing a portable light and fan.
Says He Will Seek HDB Approval
He also posted a follow-up comment on his post where he admitted that he wasn’t sure if it would go against HDB’s rules.
He also added that he had tried to check with HDB via their hotline but he was not able to get through. He would try to contact them again on 23 March.
He and his wife had been waiting for their BTO to be ready for as long as 3.5 to 4 years.
No matter the outcome, many netizens applauded and supported the couple’s selfless act and good intentions.
Malaysia Not The Only One With Stricter Border Controls
Earlier on Sunday, MOH announced that Singapore will no longer allow short-term visitors to enter or transit through the country in light of the number of imported cases of the coronavirus.
This travel restriction to all short-term visitors will be implemented at 11.59pm on Monday.
Previously, with the exception of a few countries, short-term visitors were allowed to come into Singapore but were required to serve a 14-day-stay-home notice once they are in Singapore.
COVID-19 Situation In Singapore
On Sunday, 22 March Singapore confirmed another 23 new cases of the coronavirus. Out of this, 18 are imported.
In total, the number of cases in Singapore stands at 455.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) revealed in its daily update that the imported cases had travelled to Europe, North America, South America and ASEAN countries.
All except one case were returning residents and long-term pass holders.
Nine of the imported cases had travelled to the United Kingdom, while three of the others had travelled to the United States.
The good news is that an extra four patients have since been discharged from the hospital.
A total of 144 cases have a full recovery from the coronavirus and have been discharged from the hospital.
Most of the 309 confirmed cases in the hospital are stable or improving while 14 are in critical condition in the ICU.
