Hong Kong's current urban renewal policies, which focus on increasing floor area through plot ratio bonuses and land premiums, are insufficient to address the deep-seated issues in older districts. These problems stem from deteriorated urban form, inadequate public spaces, and fragmented community structures, rather than a lack of buildable space. The author argues for a shift from piecemeal renewal, managed by entities like the Urban Renewal Authority, to a district-scale regeneration approach. This would require establishing a new authority capable of restructuring urban systems, reconfiguring street networks, and restoring urban functionality. AI
RANK_REASON Opinion piece arguing for a new policy approach to urban development.
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