Policy Address

Design Manual and Long-term Planning to Meet the Needs of the Elderly

176.         Most of the above-mentioned facilities catering for the abilities and daily needs of the elderly have been included in dedicated chapters of the Design Manual.  The manual serves as a guideline on top of statutory provisions to encourage private property developers to create a more pleasant and safer environment for the elderly.  The Buildings Department will from time to time review the Design Manual and recommend updates for the reference of different sectors. 

177.         The study “Hong Kong 2030+” will examine the impact of the increasing elderly population on land demand for housing, healthcare services and elderly care facilities, and explore, based on the age-friendly criteria, ways to plan the indoor and outdoor environment to cater for the housing and activity needs of elders.  The Government will continue to reserve sites for elderly care facilities. 

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