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"From November 1, the display of publicity materials in Wan Chai will only be permitted at the 100 designated locations.
"The trial scheme will last for six months with an aim to addressing the problem of proliferation of unauthorised publicity materials," he said.
In preparation for the scheme, all existing placards and banners in Wan Chai are scheduled to be removed by Urban Services Department from October 21.
An open ballot with applicants or their representatives' presence will be held on October 14 at the Wan Chai District Board Conference Room on the 21st floor. Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, to select successful applicants.
After the ballot, the spokesman said, a list of successful applicants would be displayed at the District Lands Office and the Public Enquiry Service Centre of Wan Chai District Office. Unsuccessful applicants will not be notified separately.
"Vacant spots after balloting will be allocated to post-deadline applications on a first-come-first-served basis.
"The approved period for display will be one month from the first day of the month less the last two days.
"Upon expiry, the publicity materials must be removed within two days. Otherwise, the unattended banners will be cleared and disposed of by the Government which reserves the right to claim removal costs and prosecute offenders," he said.
The spots have been chosen to ensure that traffic and pedestrian safety will not be compromised.
"The pilot scheme is not applicable to properties managed by the Housing Authority and the Urban Council which already have their own control system," he added.
A review will be conducted at the end of the trial period.
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