Director of Architectural Services ordered establishment of an independent investigation team for Light Public Housing projects at Siu Lam, Yan Po Road and Sheung On Street

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     After the discovery of quality issues in the Light Public Housing (LPH) project at Lok On Pai, Siu Lam at the end of August, the Architectural Services Department (ArchSD) has stepped up inspections for the three LPH projects at Siu Lam; Yan Po Road in Tuen Mun, and Sheung On Street in Chai Wan, which are under the contractor, Able and Chun Wo Joint Venture, since last month. Through proactive inspections and in-depth examinations, ArchSD has discovered more on-site installation issues. The Director of Architectural Services (DArchS) has established an independent investigation team, and will directly report to the Housing Bureau (HB) and the Development Bureau (DEVB). This incident is not related to the quality of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) units, but involves on-site works procedures.

     ArchSD has instructed the contractor to submit proposals for remedial measures immediately. The remedial measures are expected to take at most four to five months to complete. ArchSD will urge the contractor to expedite the external works, with a view to completing the projects by the completion dates as committed to the Public Works Subcommittee.

     HB is deeply concerned with this issue and has instructed ArchSD to follow up seriously to ensure timely completion of LPH projects with high quality and utmost safety standards.

     Subject to the outcome of the investigation, the Government will hold the parties involved accountable in accordance with the terms of the contract, and take regulatory actions against the contractor and related personnel involved in accordance with applicable law, including the Buildings Ordinance.

Ends/Monday, October 6, 2025
Issued at HKT 14:00

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