Policy Address

Extension of the Tung Chung New Town

128.         The DEVB conducted Stage 2 Public Engagement of the Tung Chung New Town Extension last year, proposing the extension of the new town to the east and the west.  The extension will provide space to construct about 53 000 residential units and a commercial hub.

Review of Deserted Agricultural Land in North District and Yuen Long

129.         North District and Yuen Long have some 257 hectares of agricultural land mainly used for industrial purposes or temporary storage, or which is deserted.  The Government has identified four sites for planning and engineering studies.  According to a preliminary assessment, some sites will be available for housing development as early as 2020.

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