Lands Tribunal grants Government application and appoints administrator to take over management of Wang Fuk Court

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     The Lands Tribunal today (January 6) ruled on the Government's application made under section 31 of the Building Management Ordinance (Cap. 344) (BMO). It formally approved the dissolution of the incumbent management committee (MC) of the Wang Fuk Court (WFC) owners' corporation (OC) and appointed Hop On Management Company Limited (Hop On) under the Chinachem Group as the administrator of the estate. The judge also agreed with the Government's submission that there are limitations in the capabilities of the current MC, whereas Hop On possesses sufficient experience and resources to provide appropriate assistance. The Government welcomes the Land Tribunal's decision. The Government believes that having a professional team take over the management of the OC can more effectively handle the complex issues currently faced by the OC and better safeguard the rights and interests of all owners and residents.

     The administrator will only temporarily assume the functions of the original MC, acting on behalf of the OC to handle management matters of the estate. The OC as a statutory body established under the law will continue to exist. The appointment will not affect the ultimate decision-making power of WFC owners on important management matters. All major decisions must strictly follow the provisions of the BMO, to be decided by owners through resolutions passed at owners' meetings, ensuring that owners' rights are fully respected.

     Upon completion of the appointment procedures, Hop On will commence work immediately. This includes conducting a handover with the former management company, clarifying the legal liabilities and entitlements of the OC and the owners under contracts already entered into by the OC, and examining the accounts of the OC. Meanwhile, Hop On will also start preparing to hold briefing sessions to explain to owners and residents its role and duties as the administrator, and to collect their views and requests, ensuring residents have sufficient understanding of and participation in the management arrangements. Staff from the Home Affairs Department (HAD) will also attend.

     The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, said, "To ensure the orderly progress of various tasks, HAD has established a dedicated follow-up team, which will work closely with Hop On and provide necessary support. In accordance with the court order, Hop On is required to submit monthly reports to the Government."

     Miss Mak reiterated, "The administrator will not charge any fees for this appointment. Nina Wang Charity Management Limited has also pledged to donate a total of $10 million (representing an additional $5 million on top of the earlier announced donation) to cover the administrator's day-to-day operational expenses."

     Miss Mak pointed out, "The HKSAR Government pledges to continue to walk with residents, provide necessary assistance, and work together with all sectors of the community to help WFC residents overcome the current difficulties."

Ends/Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Issued at HKT 20:16

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