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Reimagining Public Spaces in Hong Kong Focus

Standard of Provision

To implement the strategic direction of enhancing liveability of the city as advocated in “Hong
Kong 2030+” and respond to the public aspirations, the Study proposed that the planning
standard for provision of open space could be increased from the existing minimum of 20 ha
2
per 100 000 persons (i.e. 2 m per person) to no less than 35 ha per 100 000 persons (i.e. 3.5
2
m per person).

Land ratio for open space

2 m per 3.5 m per
2
2
person person

For existing built-up areas, although it might not be possible to provide more open space in
a short period of time, it is expected that the situation would be improved gradually through
comprehensive urban renewal projects or redevelopment projects of public/private sectors

etc. The Study also proactively encouraged provision of ancillary open space within private
developments.

Current examples include the public
open space at a commercial project in
Kowloon Bay (left) and the public open
space at an integrated development
project in Kwun Tong (right).

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