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Hong Kong approves first subdivided units meeting basic housing standards

Hong Kong has certified its first three subdivided housing units that meet the new government standards. The units, located in Sham Shui Po, were approved under the Basic Housing Units Ordinance, which mandates minimum living conditions for such properties. The operator invested over HK$150,000 to upgrade the units with features like fire-rated doors and individual utility meters to comply with the regulations. AI

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Hong Kong approves first subdivided units meeting basic housing standards

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Edith Lin ·

    Hong Kong approves first subdivided units meeting basic housing standards

    Hong Kong authorities have approved the city’s first three subdivided units to comply with official minimum standards, with the successful applicant urging landlords to seek professional help to avoid wasting time and money. Hayson Chan Hin-hay said the Housing Bureau had approve…