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Change of land use in Central Market site
Following is a question by the Hon Mok Ying-fan and a written reply by the Secretary for Planning, Environment and Lands, Mr Bowen Leung, in the Legislative Council today (Wednesday):
Question:
It is reported that the Planning, Environment and Lands Branch intends to change the land use of the Central Market site and put the site up for sale by auction. In this connection, will the Government inform this Council:
(a)
(b)
Whether it will consult the Urban Council, the Town Planning Board, relevant local bodies and the public before making a decision on the matter; and
of the specific plan and the timetable for the auction.
Answer:
Mr President,
The possible redevelopment of the Central Market site has been considered from time to time during the last twenty years or so. There is as yet no firm plan or timing for this to be done. More studies would need to be carried out before the proposal can be drawn up. When this is available, the Administration will consult the Urban Council, Town Planning Board, District Board on the specific proposals, as well as the public through amendments to the Outline Zoning Plan.
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