Lowering Development Density
44. Over the past few years, the public has raised concerns about the "wall effect" caused by high-density buildings, which affects ventilation and leads to a rise in temperature. Despite the absence of a scientific definition of the "wall effect" we believe that a slight reduction of development density can increase the distance between buildings and upgrade building design. This will enhance the vista of the buildings and improve ventilation.
45. The Government will review the outline zoning plans of various districts in a step-by-step manner and, where justified, revise the relevant planning parameters to lower the development density. We will also review the approved schemes of above-station property development projects at the Nam Cheong Station and the Yuen Long Station along the West Rail, with a view to lowering their development densities. Such measures will inevitably lead to a reduction in public revenue, but I am convinced that it is well worth it for the better living environment that will be created for our people.
