binka 1 Report post Posted June 26, 2014 Hi all,I have been corresponding with HDB for close to 3 years with regard to this matter. I had proposed a fruitful, face-to-face discussion together but HDB seemed reluctant for one.On paper, this open space is termed as an open terrace (OT), slightly different from a balcony which one may be able to find in a typical 5-room flat. In summary, we are not allowed to cover the top of an OT.We face an issue with rain, and the accompanying dirt from the RC trellis over time. Hence we decided to install a clear PC covering (supported by 3 struts) in order to prevent rain from splashing onto the OT, bedroom and living room. Rainwater is channeled to the gully trap via a downpipe.This has nothing to do with GFA (HBD/URA) or fire hazard (SCDF), but merely a facade issue i reckon. HDB has never wrote to me with the exact reason why.What options do i have now? Install a full cassette retractable awning? Or anyone know of why HDB insist i remove them?Any constructive inputs would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
binka 1 Report post Posted June 30, 2014 Anyone able to share a lil knowledge about this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superbees 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2014 hi...suggest to install a drain gutter horizontally across the top to allow the rain to channel out from both ends...and with a manual or motorized awning / or canvas...? Hopes it helps...Hi all,I have been corresponding with HDB for close to 3 years with regard to this matter. I had proposed a fruitful, face-to-face discussion together but HDB seemed reluctant for one.On paper, this open space is termed as an open terrace (OT), slightly different from a balcony which one may be able to find in a typical 5-room flat. In summary, we are not allowed to cover the top of an OT.We face an issue with rain, and the accompanying dirt from the RC trellis over time. Hence we decided to install a clear PC covering (supported by 3 struts) in order to prevent rain from splashing onto the OT, bedroom and living room. Rainwater is channeled to the gully trap via a downpipe.This has nothing to do with GFA (HBD/URA) or fire hazard (SCDF), but merely a facade issue i reckon. HDB has never wrote to me with the exact reason why.What options do i have now? Install a full cassette retractable awning? Or anyone know of why HDB insist i remove them?Any constructive inputs would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
binka 1 Report post Posted July 4, 2014 hi...suggest to install a drain gutter horizontally across the top to allow the rain to channel out from both ends...and with a manual or motorized awning / or canvas...? Hopes it helps...Hi,I do have a gutter that runs horizontally. I did state that in my original post actually:- "Rainwater is channeled to the gully trap via a downpipe."Thank you for your input. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted July 5, 2014 Any constructive inputs would be appreciated.Sell present buy private, install whatever your dreams.Leave it as it is. Start another venture. Time stops for no one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
binka 1 Report post Posted July 11, 2014 Sell present buy private, install whatever your dreams.Leave it as it is. Start another venture. Time stops for no one.Ok Sir.Although i do not know how that would be constructive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted July 12, 2014 Ok Sir.Although i do not know how that would be constructive.HDB has plenty of time, you don't.Get a Penthouse, do what MCST bylaws allow.Get a landed, confine to BCA/URA regulations.....Be constructive = fit to environment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
binka 1 Report post Posted July 12, 2014 HDB has plenty of time, you don't.Get a Penthouse, do what MCST bylaws allow.Get a landed, confine to BCA/URA regulations.....Be constructive = fit to environment Ok Boss, noted that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
