Site 7 Raffles’ Town Plan Information Board

Raffles’ Town Plan Information Board

The Raffles Town Plan (1822), drawn up by Sir Stamford Raffles and Lieutenant P. Jackson,

together with a Town Planning Committee was aimed at curbing disorderly growth of 

settlement in Singapore.Through the Town Planning Committee, Sir Stamford Raffles, laid out plans 

with great foresight for the new Singapore town. There were clear instructions on the plan which 

include the layout and design of new buildings, shophouses and streets.