Under the Fire Safety Act in Singapore, anyone who intends to temporarily change the use of an area within a building or an outdoor area for the purpose of holding an event where temporary/makeshift structures are erected is required to apply and obtain an approval from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). The reason for this is to look into the fire safety aspects as a result of the setting up of the temporary structures, to provide for the safety of the public who will attend such events. The aim is to ensure that there are adequate fire safety measures provided for the event.

Therefore, a “Temporary Change of Use” application or commonly known as a Temporary Permit application has to be made to SCDF for approval for events such as:
a. Promotional Activities
b. Stage Shows
c. Exhibitions
d. Trade Fairs
e. Carnivals

Where temporary structures such as those shown below or similar are erected:
a. Tents
b. Stages
c. Booths
d. Stalls / Kiosks
 

Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)

- Temporary Change Of Use