Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Primary legislation governing property titles and registration in Singapore. Key focus on mortgage discharge procedures, registration requirements for mortgage releases, and prescribed documentary formats.
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Fundamental law governing property transactions, specifically addressing legal requirements for releasing security interests in property and formal requirements for mortgage discharge.
Banking Act (Chapter 19): Regulatory framework for financial institutions, covering regulations for mortgage releases by banks and requirements for handling mortgage settlements.
Residential Property Act (Chapter 274): Legislation governing residential property ownership, particularly important for restricted residential properties and foreign ownership considerations in mortgage releases.
Housing and Development Board Act (Chapter 129): Specific legislation for HDB properties, outlining particular requirements and regulations for mortgage discharge of HDB flats.
Singapore Land Authority Requirements: Administrative requirements from SLA including registration procedures, prescribed forms, and documentation standards for mortgage releases.
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Legislative requirements for stamp duties, including any applicable duties and documentation requirements for mortgage releases.
Rules of Court: Procedural rules governing court proceedings, relevant when mortgage releases involve legal proceedings or court orders.
