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Industrial Siting Consultation (ISC) | NEA EPMS & JTC Approvals

Secure your environmental clearance via the new NEA Environment Protection Management System (EPMS) portal. Alliance Facilities Management (AFM) provides 100% success-based consultancy for Industrial Siting Consultations (ISC), navigating trade effluent, air emission limits, and complex JTC zoning parameters.

✅Success-Based JTC Consultancy You Can Trust:

Over SGD 1.5 Billion in Managed Industrial Assets

Alliance Facilities Management has managed over 150+ successful submissions valued at over SGD 1.5 Billion in industrial asset submissions. Our client base consists of 20.39% Listed Companies, 28.16% MNCs, and 51.45% SMEs, providing us with a unique perspective on both large-scale corporate compliance and SME agility.

100% Success-Based Fee Structure

Our business model is simple: we win only when you do. That means no upfront fees. Our reward is directly tied to securing JTC's approval for your application. If, during our initial assessment, we believe the project is unlikely to be approved, we will advise you candidly before proceeding. Let us know how we can help. Read our 2026 Featured Success Stories here >>

Industrial Siting Consultation (ISC) & Environment Protection Management System (EPMS)

The Industrial Allocation System (IAS) has been used for Industrial Siting Consultation (ISC) since 2007. However, the system has reached its end-of-life and will be replaced with the Environment Protection Management System (EPMS). With effect from 11 Mar 2024, ISC applications will be submitted via the following website link: https://epms.nea.gov.sg/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FIA

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: When should I submit ISC to NEA?

Answer: You may consult NEA via ISC submission for:

new industrial development
new industrial activity/process at industrial premises

Question: Is ISC necessary for change in company business name?

Answer: ISC is not necessary if there is no change in the company's factory address and activities. However, you are required to keep the Pollution Control 1 Division of the National Environment Agency informed in writing of the change in company name.

Question: Will I receive an acknowledgement for my ISC submission?

Answer: If your ISC is successfully submitted, you will receive an e-mail acknowledgment providing the Case ID of your ISC.

Question: What is the processing time for ISC?

Answer: The processing time for ISC is 7 working days provided that complete and accurate information/documents are submitted. More time would be needed if consultation with other divisions within NEA or government agencies or site investigation is involved.

Question: Where are the industrial premises which are designated for food factory use?

Answer: You may enquire with SFA or JTC for the locations of the designated food zone areas.

Question: What type of industrial activities is disallowed within water catchment areas and where can I obtain information on the location of these water catchment areas?

Answer: Industrial activities that can cause serious contamination risk to water resources are disallowed to be sited within water catchment areas. You may enquire with PUB on whether your proposed factory location is within water catchment areas, and on the industrial activities that are disallowed to be sited within water catchment areas.

Question: Can I use my factory premises as a workers' dormitory?

Answer: For proposed ancillary or secondary workers' dormitory use within the factory premises, please submit an online submission by clicking "Stage 01" - "Workers’ Dormitory” - “Apply” at the homepage of EPMS.

Question: Does non-industrial facilities, such as canteen, cafe, bar, shops, child care centre, etc. situated within industrial premises require ISC?

Answer: ISC is not required for proposed non-industrial uses in industrial premises.

Question: Can I reply to the written advice directly to the email address of the processing officer instead of routing via EPMS?

Answer: If the written advice from the processing officer is conveyed to you via the EPMS system, all replies to the written advice must be routed via the EPMS for official record keeping purposes.

Question: Do I need to submit ISC for use of commercial premises?

Answer: ISC is not required for proposed use of commercial premises.

Question: What industries are not allowed near food factories?

Answer: You may enquire with SFA on the types/natures of industries that are not allowed to be located near food factories.

Question: If I misplaced the ISC advisory letter, do I need to re-submit ISC?

Answer: You do not need to resubmit for ISC so long as there is no change of use for your industrial premises.

Question: Is ISC required for transfer, assignment or renewal of lease if there is no change of activities?

Answer: ISC is not required for transfer, assignment or renewal of lease so long there is no change to the activities.

Question: If JTC requires me to amend the caption on the ISC advisory letter, can the ISC advisory letter be amended?

Answer: The caption on the ISC advisory letter follows the proposed use indicated in your ISC submission. You may want to clear the description on your proposed uses with the JTC officer before you submit your ISC to NEA. If you are faced with this difficulty, you may request the JTC officer concerned to contact the processing officer directly.

Question: Do I have to pay for ISC submission via EPMS?

Answer: No fees are charged at present for ISC submission made via EPMS.

Question: Can I save my ISC submission as draft in EPMS?

Answer: EPMS allows an ISC application to be saved as a draft.

Question: How can I submit additional information / documents if the total file size exceeds 2GB?

Answer: If there is a cap on total file size, “You may attach the additional information / documents via multiple re-submissions with the total file size of each re-submission not exceeding 100 MB”.

Service Quick-Reference:

What specific advisory services does Alliance Facilities Management (AFM) provide?

✅ Industrial Property Value Maximisation & Capital Advisory Services: Strategic advisory for industrial property end-user acquisitions, redevelopment options, sale-and-leaseback structures, capital release, asset restructuring and industrial property value maximisation. 👉 Read Here

✅ Construction of JTC Industrial Developments: Advisory for companies planning to construct, redevelop, intensify or expand industrial facilities on JTC land, including preliminary development feasibility, JTC pre-consultation, JTC plan consent strategy, business-plan preparation, land-use planning and coordination with the appointed architects, engineers, project managers and other professional consultants. 👉 Read Here

✅ Build-to-Suit Lease / Third-Party Build and Lease Scheme: Advisory for companies requiring customised industrial facilities, capital-efficient facility sourcing, developer coordination, anchor-tenant structuring and long-term JTC-compliant occupancy arrangements. 👉 Read Here

✅ JTC Lease Assignment: End-to-end support for the transfer of the remaining leasehold interest in a JTC industrial property, including buyer eligibility assessment, assignment strategy, compliance documentation, business-plan preparation and JTC submission coordination. 👉 Read Here

✅ JTC Lease Renewal: Preparation of JTC lease renewal applications supported by detailed business plans, operational justification, fixed asset investment, projected value-add metrics, employment commitments and long-term industrial space requirements. 👉 Read Here

✅ JTC Anchor Tenant: Advisory for companies seeking JTC anchor tenant approval, including business-plan preparation, operational justification, space-use planning, economic contribution assessment and the structuring of JTC-compliant subletting arrangements. 👉 Read Here

✅ Industrial Land Tender / Industrial Government Land Sales Bid Advisory: Bid advisory for JTC industrial land tenders, including price tender review, concept and price tender strategy, land-use planning, risk assessment and investment justification. 👉 Read Here

✅ JTC Standard Factory Tender: Support for businesses applying for JTC standard factory units, including site assessment, operational-fit review, tender-documentation support and price-based tender submission strategy. 👉 Read Here

✅ JTC Policy, Research and Market Intelligence: Updates and research covering JTC policies, industrial land rents, property caveats, transaction analysis, market statistics, site-use requirements and Singapore industrial property trends for business owners, investors and occupiers. 👉 Read Here

✅ Success-Based Fee Structure: AFM provides success-based JTC consultancy. Where applicable, our consultancy fee is structured on a No Approval, No Fee basis. 👉 Read our 2026 Featured Success Stories here >>

✅ JTC Partnership Referral Program 2026: Strategic support for property agents, consultants and business partners referring clients who require JTC application, industrial property and business-plan advisory services. 👉 Read Here

Customers We Serve:

We’re proud to serve a wide array of industries and business sizes, including:

✅ Listed Companies (20.39%)
✅ Multinational Corporations (28.16%)
✅ Small and Medium Enterprises (51.45%)

Our diverse client base spans:

Sector (% Share)

Chemical / Gas (8.74%)
Construction / Engineering (14.56%)
Distribution / Warehousing (11.65%)
Food Production / Distribution (12.62%)
General Manufacturing / Engineering (12.62%)
Logistics / Transportation (8.74%)
Marine / Shipbuilding (13.59%)
Precision Engineering / Cleanroom (6.80%)
Retail & Distribution (4.85%)
Waste Treatment / Automobile (5.83%)

We tailor our services to the unique challenges and opportunities of each sector. Read our 2026 Featured Success Stories here >>

Our Valued Clients

Backed by a strong track record of reliability, quality, and service excellence, we have had the privilege of partnering with a wide range of clients—from high-profile multinational corporations to various small and medium-sized enterprises. Below, we proudly present a list of clients we have collaborated with, while respecting the confidentiality of other esteemed clients who prefer to remain unnamed. Read More >>

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Business Integrity & 2026 Non-Corruption Pledge:

Alliance Facilities Management Pte Ltd is committed to transparent, ethical and compliance-led consultancy. We do not offer, solicit or accept improper gratification, and all JTC applications are prepared based on proper business, operational, financial and regulatory merits.

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Our Lead Consultant - Danny MAK (WhatsApp: +65 9800 0001 / Email: danny@afm.com.sg / Microsoft Teams Online Meeting)

Danny has overseen 100+ successful JTC submissions since 2011, specializing in complex Business Plan justifications for MNCs and SMEs. LinkedIn profile.

Our Commitment to Clients

Alliance Facilities Management Pte Ltd is committed to providing practical, transparent and outcome-focused advisory support for industrial property owners, occupiers, investors and business operators in Singapore.

We help clients assess their options clearly, prepare well-supported submissions and manage JTC-related matters with a compliance-led and professional approach.

Reconnect & Recommended Reading:

Page: JTC Standard Factory Tender Application Q&A

Page: JTC Industrial Land Tender in 2026

Page: JTC Approved Food Factory Locations

Page: Construction of JTC Industrial Developments

Last Updated: July 2026

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