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The Government today (November 23) announced the resumption of land for a redevelopment project by the Urban Renewal Authority (URA) in Sham Shui Po.
The redevelopment project was included in the URA's Business Plan for 2004/2005. Its implementation will help to rejuvenate the old district concerned and improve the living conditions of the residents.
A total of 150 private interests in Lai Chi Kok Road, Kweilin Street and Yee Kuk Street will be resumed under the Lands Resumption Ordinance. The affected interests will revert to the Government three months from the date of the resumption notice being affixed on site. Details of the private land affected are contained in the Gazette published today.
Apart from their entitlement to statutory compensation, eligible owners of domestic properties will be offered an ex-gratia home purchase allowance or supplementary allowance as appropriate.
Owners and tenants affected may make statutory claims under the Lands Resumption Ordinance and, if the claims cannot be settled by agreement, may apply to the Lands Tribunal for adjudication. Any professional fees reasonably incurred for making such a claim may be reimbursed by the Government. Occupiers of commercial properties may also be eligible for an ex-gratia allowance in lieu of the right to make statutory claims for business loss and disturbance.
Eligible domestic occupiers will be offered rehousing or ex-gratia cash allowance in lieu of rehousing by the URA. Rehousing will be in units provided by the Hong Kong Housing Authority or the Hong Kong Housing Society.
Upon completion of resumption and clearance, the site covering an area of about 3,345 square metres will be granted to the URA at nominal premium.
The project will contribute to general environmental improvements in the locality. Mixed use development is permitted and the current proposal is for residential development with commercial use on the lower floors, and local open space.
Ends/Friday, November 23, 2007
Issued at HKT 16:58
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