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Figure 9: Comparison of Usage in “R(A)”, “R(E)” and “CDA” zones (2020 & 2014) and Territory Pattern

RECOMMENDATIONS

Given the importance of the existing stock of IBs/industrial land in performing its
economic functions in meeting changing needs of the society and optimising the use of

land resources, a cautious and incremental approach should be adopted in considering
further rezoning of “I” land for other purposes. The recommendations of the 2020 Area
Assessments are as follows:

• rezoning of “I” zones that already have been undergoing active transformation, such
as Sheung Shui Areas 4 & 30, and Siu Lek Yuen to other uses like “OU(B)”, “C” and
“Residential”;

• retaining the “Residential” and “CDA” zones for the concerned industrial areas to
continue encouraging and facilitating their transformation; and

• retaining existing “I” and “OU(B)” zones to meet industrial (in particular warehousing)
demands, while keeping track of the changing planning context and circumstances of
areas to respond to new policy initiatives as well as economic development needs.

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