Policy Address

Release Development Potential

103. We will also optimise the use of existing land to unleash development potential. We will:

  1. revitalise Hung Hom Station and nearby sites – We will invite the MTRCL to conduct a preliminary study and submit proposals next year to re-plan and develop a total land area of about 10 hectares covering the Hung Hom Station and the railway facility sites in the vicinity, as well as the waterfront and pier facility sites to the south of the Hong Kong Coliseum so as to upgrade the facilities of the Hung Hom Station, release commercial and residential floor area, and create a vibrant harbourfront. The Government will also explore ways to enhance pedestrian connectivity between Hung Hom and Tsim Sha Tsui East, and improve the waiting areas of the bus stops near the Cross Harbour Tunnel;

  2. develop the ex-Lamma Quarry site – The Government will complete the study to map out the development direction of the 20-hectare site next year, with consideration given to developing the site for accommodation facilities with lower traffic demand, such as senior citizen residential units, residential buildings for talents, and accommodation for personnel involved in recreational training. We will also optimise the use of the quarry site and shoreline to provide leisure and recreational facilities for island tourism;

  3. optimise the use of "Green Belt" areas – More than half of the approximately 16 000-hectare "Green Belt" areas are subject to clear development constraints. Of the remaining 8 000 hectares, 1 200 hectares are included in various development projects; and the feasibility of housing development of another 255 hectares is being assessed, as announced last year. Developing the rest of the "Green Belt" areas, which include many slopes, has been considered highly challenging. As we have already identified enough land for housing, industry and other developments for the coming 30 years, the Government has no plan for the time being to further use the "Green Belt" areas for large-scale development. Nonetheless, we will consider using some of the sites for recreational and tourism purposes. For example, South Lantau offers rich eco-recreational resources, and could be developed for eco-tourism or recreational uses, including eco-recreational facilities at Cheung Sha, Shui Hau, Shek Pik and Pui O. The DEVB will gauge public views in the first half of next year; and

  4. pursue mixed development under the "single site, multiple use" model – We are taking forward six pilot projects under the "single site, multiple use" model. For instance, the Joint-user Complex project at Anderson Road Quarry is scheduled for completion in 2027. We will continue to adhere to this development concept in providing sports, recreational, cultural and social welfare facilities for the community.