Three approved Outline Zoning Plans referred back for amendment
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   The Town Planning Board announced today (July 7) that the Chief Executive-in-Council had referred three approved Outline Zoning Plans (OZPs) for the Shau Kei Wan, Chai Wan and Yuen Long areas to the Town Planning Board for amendment.

    Amendments to the approved OZPs are necessary to reflect the latest planning proposals in the respective areas.

    The OZPs incorporating the amendments will be exhibited for public inspection under the provisions of the Town Planning Ordinance.

    The OZPs for Shau Kei Wan, Chai Wan and Yuen Long were last approved by the Chief Executive in Council in January 2005, November 2005 and March 2006 respectively.

Ends/Friday, July 7, 2006
Issued at HKT 14:45

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