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in size.

Stew (4). Filter Reds of double the area proposed

aAl 477 more than originally required to deal with the increased supply which is contemplated under the new scheme.

1 (5)-(9) The increases are 4 (10). 4 (11). to cover the required the enhanced cost of materials and labour.

Thely states nocent originally merely was a secured; that now stated is based upon actual survey and measurement.

The Road Diversion is re-rendered necessary by the altered position of the drain, which will interfere with the old path leading to Tai Po and other villages. The original site off the Jam caused no interference with this path.

With regard to (10) Purchase of cultivated Ground I may mention, that compensation paid for cultivated land required for the construct of the Tai To Road generally at the rate of $0.01 per sq. ft. or $436 per acre. I consider this amount rate altogether excessive and have taken a rate of $225 per acre or about $0... per sq. ft.

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