"Studio HDBs" are already changed from the 2-room Flexi flat plan, which serves an analogous purpose, specifically for seniors. These flats can be found in two sizes, roughly 36 sqm and 45 sqm, offering a single Bed room, a living area, a kitchen area, plus a bathroom. The plan gives flexibility in lease options, with seniors aged fifty five and above equipped to pick a lease of fifteen to 45 yrs in five-yr increments, delivered it covers them to at least age 95. This feature cuts down the flat's obtain rate, making it possible for for monetization of present larger flats. 1st-time singles and family members may apply for these flats, but on a website typical 99-year lease. Eligibility for any 2-space Flexi flat is topic into a house profits ceiling of S£7,000 for singles and S$fourteen,000 for partners and family members, with stricter regulations for short-lease flats. Earlier HDB Studio Apartments were being situated in estates like Tampines, Bedok, and Yishun.