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Planning, Land and Infrastructure

transformation into a new CBD. Elevated modes of transport received general support in a public consultation conducted in mid-2017 as the most suitable green transport modes.

Wan Chai

The Wan Chai Development phase two project seeks to provide land for essential transport infrastructure, including the Central-Wan Chai Bypass. The reclaimed land will also be used to develop a harbourfront promenade from Central to North Point. The land required for the bypass has been formed. The roads connecting to the bypass will be completed before the bypass is commissioned between end-2018 and the first quarter of 2019.

Tuen Mun West

A planning and engineering study is in progress for proposed developments in Tuen Mun areas 40 and 46 and the adjoining areas. A draft recommended outline development plan is being drawn up.

Tseung Kwan O

Tseung Kwan O area 137 is undergoing a planning and engineering study to examine the feasibility of using the site for housing, commercial and other purposes.

Hong Kong Boundary Crossing Facilities Island of Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

A planning, engineering and architectural study is exploring how to utilise land on the island optimally for topside and underground development for commercial and other economic uses. A draft recommended outline development plan is being formulated for stage 2 community engagement.

Cycle Track Network in New Territories

A vast cycle track network is under development to connect local cycle tracks from Ma On Shan in the east to Tuen Mun and Tsuen Wan in the west. Two main sections, spanning 30km from Ma On Shan to Sheung Shui and 18.5km from Yuen Long to Tuen Mun, are open to the public. The remaining cycle track section from Sheung Shui to Yuen Long is under construction and that from Tuen Mun to Tsuen Wan is under design.

Cross-Boundary Planning Studies and Surveys

The government commissions cross-boundary travel surveys regularly on the composition and characteristics of vehicles and passengers and their travel purposes and transport patterns. The findings help in planning cross-boundary infrastructure and formulating development strategies.

Town Planning Board

The Town Planning Board (TPB), established under the Town Planning Ordinance, oversees the preparation and review of statutory plans, and considers planning applications. In 2017, it amended 22 statutory plans and published six new outline zoning plans. The TPB also promulgates guidelines for statutory planning. It had 32 sets of guidelines as at the year end.

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