Written answer by Ministry of National Development on CCTV camera installation in flats

Question No: 984
Question by: Dr Choo Pei Ling

To ask the Minister for National Development (a) whether there are enforcement measures to ensure that closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, including doorbells with video recording functions, do not face the door or windows of other flats; (b) if so, what are these enforcement measures; and (c) whether installation regulations are consistent across all estates and between HDB and private estates.

Answer:

While there are occasional complaints on CCTV installation, these form a very small percentage of neighbour dispute cases.

Should such disputes arise, we encourage residents to discuss the issue amicably with their neighbours, and if necessary, seek help from grassroots leaders through their nearest Community Club, or from their Management Corporation Strata Title (MSCT) if they live in a condominium. They may also apply for mediation at the Community Mediation Centre, or file a claim before the Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals as a last resort.