---
title: "‘We did not invite them in’: Tengah BTO owner upset after strangers allegedly enter flat, claim to own it"
url: "/stomping-ground/we-did-not-invite-them-tengah-bto-owner-upset-after-strangers-allegedly-enter-flat-claim-own-it"
published: "2026-10-15T09:29:53.000Z"
updated: "2026-10-15T09:45:08.000Z"
section: "Stomping Ground"
authors: ["Fayyadhah Zainalabiden"]
tags: ["Stomping Ground","BTO flats","renovation","contractors","trespass"]
---

# ‘We did not invite them in’: Tengah BTO owner upset after strangers allegedly enter flat, claim to own it

Welcome to Stomping Ground — a space where Stompers share reflections, personal essays and social commentaries that spark conversation and insight.

The issue of strangers entering homes under renovation has become a hot topic lately, especially as more homeowners share their renovation journeys online.

For one Tengah resident, however, the problem hit close to home after two strangers allegedly entered his Build-to-Order (BTO) flat without permission — and later claimed to be the homeowners.

Frustrated with the incursions, he shared his experience with Stomp as well as advice for other homeowners.

## Strangers enter BTO unit to ask about renovation materials

In an impassioned letter, Stomper Plantation Creek Admin recounted how two women whom he and his wife did not know allegedly entered their flat at Plantation Creek in Tengah “without permission or prior notice”.

![Resident calls out strangers entering BTO under renovation](https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/stomp/9e22ecbb0b9be26ae74768ebcf8fe3e74242a5cbe5ca85b80fe20258753a7e7e)
*Two women allegedly walked into the unit to ask contractors about the tiles being used.*

According to the Stomper, carpenters were working inside the unit when the women simply walked in and began asking about the tiles.

“What makes this especially frustrating is that this is our private home,” he said.

“We did not invite them in, we did not give them permission to enter, and we certainly did not ask anyone to show them around or discuss renovation materials with them.”

Acknowledging that Plantation Creek is a new development, the Stomper said he understood that residents might be curious about their neighbours’ renovations, tiles, carpentry and designs.

However, he added: “Curiosity does not mean you can simply walk into someone else’s home.

“Imagine coming home and finding out that strangers had entered your unit while renovation workers were inside — just because they wanted to ask about something in your house.

“There are plenty of ways to approach a neighbour if you genuinely want to know where they bought their tiles or what materials they used. You can knock, introduce yourself and ask politely from outside the unit.”

The Stomper said his carpenters were “caught off-guard” because they were not expecting the two women.

Thankfully, nothing appeared to have been taken or damaged, but he found it “extremely concerning” that strangers apparently felt comfortable entering his home without permission.

## Same individuals allegedly claim to be homeowners

In a separate incident, the Stomper alleged that the same two individuals approached contractors, claiming to be owners of the unit.

The Stomper said he had not authorised them to enter his home or represent themselves as the homeowners.

![Resident calls out strangers entering BTO under renovation](https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/stomp/0be94871425b1da4675bb9e1c61fcb1ac12b0af52e29a4601c85dd79089e1d74)
*The Stomper claimed two unknown individuals told contractors they were the homeowners.*

“Our contractors are working on our home and naturally need to know who is authorised to give instructions or make decisions regarding the unit.

“If someone approaches them claiming to be the homeowner, the contractors may reasonably believe that person has some authority over the renovation.”

Puzzled by what happened, the Stomper questioned why anyone would need to claim ownership of someone else’s home just to ask about renovation materials.

He also stressed that there was a difference between being curious and crossing someone’s boundaries.

## ‘Keep an eye on your units’

Addressing the two women who allegedly entered his flat, the Stomper said: “Please understand that someone’s BTO unit is still their private property, even if renovation works are ongoing.

“Please don’t assume that because the door is open or workers are inside, you have an open invitation to walk in.”

He also advised other Plantation Creek residents who are currently renovating their homes to be vigilant.

“Keep an eye on your units, inform your contractors about who is authorised to enter, and don’t assume that everyone walking around the estate has a legitimate reason to be inside your home.”

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