Proposals for new short-term accommodation uses in the areas were generally not allowed to avoid "over-proliferation", says the Urban Redevelopment Authority. SINGAPORE: Restrictions on new hotels, backpacker’s hostels and serviced apartments will be relaxed at two heritage precincts at Boat Quay and Beach Road, National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat said on Friday (Jun 5). The move is in response to industry feedback and to provide developers and business owners with greater flexibility