NewzHong Kong housing authorities have received 73,800 applications from subdivided flat operators seeking a three-year grace period to comply with new government minimum standards. Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin confirmed the figures on Saturday, characterizing the high volume of applications as exceeding initial official expectations.
The grace period is designed to provide a transition window for existing subdivided units to meet updated regulatory requirements. The government views the response rate as a positive indicator for the implementation of the new housing standards.
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