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Hong Kong subdivided homes certification sees low uptake

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In Hong Kong, only four out of an estimated 110,000 subdivided homes have been submitted for certification under a new law aimed at phasing out substandard housing. The low participation rate, with three applications coming from a single landlord, highlights challenges in meeting the new standards. Landlords face a lengthy process to renovate units and comply with minimum living requirements for rental suitability. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a local housing policy with minimal broader impact or novelty.

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Hong Kong subdivided homes certification sees low uptake

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

    Only 4 of Hong Kong’s 110,000 subdivided homes put up for seal of approval

    Hong Kong landlords have put forward just four of the city’s 110,000 subdivided homes for certification approval in the two-and-a-half months since a new law was enacted to phase out substandard living spaces, highlighting a low participation rate. Three of the applications were …

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