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Development Bureau
The latest news and top stories on the Development Bureau. A prominent Hong Kong-based governmental body, the Development Bureau (DEVB) is dedicated to facilitating the city’s continual development through effective land planning and use. Its main areas of focus include urban planning and renewal, land administration, infrastructure development, building safety, water supplies, flood prevention and heritage conservation. Established in 2007, the DEVB plays a crucial role in ensuring a steady land supply, promoting sustainable development and enhancing Hong Kong’s position as a competitive cosmopolitan city. It oversees significant projects, including the transformation of Kowloon East and the Northern Metropolis Development Strategy.
Long-term plans for Hung Hom’s waterfront include a world-class yacht berthing facility, illustrated in this artist’s impression. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tightens rules for waterfront event space after hot-air balloon fiasco

Bids invited for the development, operation, management and maintenance of The Pier in Hung Hom for about three years.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘No leniency’: Hong Kong minister vows tougher safety laws after Tai Po fire

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong ‘could halt’ commercial land sales for second year over poor demand

Education in Hong Kong

Rush to create 2,600 student hostel spaces to meet surging demand in Hong Kong

Government has received more than 10 applications to turn commercial buildings and hotels into dormitory spaces, education minister says.

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Education authorities have received more than 10 applications to convert commercial buildings and hotels into 2,600 dormitory spaces. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong housing

Editorial | Root out irregularities to restore trust in Hong Kong’s construction sector

The government must ensure a thorough investigation and a proper response by the contractor involved in a recent case to quell the public’s worries over building safety.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong shelves HK$700 million infrastructure gallery proposal after backlash

Gallery proposed for Wan Chai North waterfront would have showcased projects such as Northern Metropolis, but plan scrapped after public outcry.

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Super Typhoon Ragasa

Hong Kong to learn from Ragasa, boost flood mitigation measures: minister

Development minister Bernadette Linn also says Kau Yi Chau reclamation project shelved to prevent ‘immense strain’ on authorities, market.

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A man and his dog walk past debris and garbage left along the Tseung Kwan O promenade in the aftermath of Ragasa. Photo: Elson Li
Northern Metropolis

Outside In | To speed up Northern Metropolis construction, get in bamboo scaffolders

Bamboo scaffolders offer speed, cost efficiency and sustainability. And the boom in demand will give the ancient craft a much-needed lifeline.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong shelves controversial Lantau reclamation project

Environmental assessment process halted as minister says administration won’t begin project of lower priority than Northern Metropolis.

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Hong Kong culture

Villagers slowly making way for development in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis

While some communities are having to make way for megaproject, the pace has been slow. Observers are wondering if it will pick up after the policy address, even as government vows to protect indigenous villages.

Illustration: Henry Wong
Hong Kong housing

Editorial | Hong Kong’s elderly-friendly design initiative a step in right direction

Measures to help Hongkongers age in place are important for social cohesiveness – and as significant as the transport subsidy for seniors.

An elderly man walks around a housing estate in Cheung Sha Wan on May 9. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong weather

Warning for Hong Kong hikers in wake of black rainstorm signals, record downpour

Authorities, outdoor bodies and rescue groups warn of soil instability on trails following recent deluge.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

‘Shop King’ Tang Shing-bor’s family sells Hong Kong hotel at throwaway price

A joint venture between Hong Kong developer Wang On and US investment firm Angelo Gordon buys Mong Kok hotel for US$55 million, sources say.

Hong Kong economy

Firm suspended from bidding for Hong Kong contracts after worker killed on site

Development Bureau places temporary ban on contractor after one worker killed and another injured by falling beam at site near mega bridge.

The fatal industrial accident occurred on Thursday afternoon near the border crossing of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Photo: Now TV news
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