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"Ratepayers of non-domestic properties will only be marginally affected by the change," he added.
The new Regulation will take effect from August 1.
Meanwhile, from July 1 onwards, the responsibility for rates billing and accounting would also be transferred from the Treasury to the Rating and Valuation Department.
"The transfer of responsibility will optimise the resources of the two departments and enable the CRV to provide a one-stop service for ratepayers who have enquiries on their accounts.
"Half refund of rates for vacant non-domestic premises would cease from July 1, 1995, onwards. However, full refund will continue for vacant undeveloped land or if a vacancy results from a court order obtained by government," the spokesman said.
If members of the public wish to have more information, they can contact Mr F G Heath on 2805 7602 or Mr K L Ng on 2805 7622.
End/Friday, June 16, 1995
Land to be resumed for construction of platform
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The Government will resume 36 private agricultural lots with a total area of 6,745.3 square metres for the construction of the San Tsuen Pai Northeast Platform to facilitate the expansion of the villages in San Tsuen and Hoi Pa.
months.
Resumption works are scheduled to start in October for completion in 18
Details of resumption were notified in the Gazette today (Friday).
The land will be reverted to the Government three months from the date of the Gazette Notice.
End/Friday, June 16, 1995