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Table 2  Maximum Domestic Plot Ratios - New Towns (excluding Tsuen Wan)

Notes:

General : The Table only gives an indication of the maximum plot ratio which may be allowed for a particular area. However, where there are significant constraints on development capacity (such as transport or infrastructure limitations, or environmental, topographical or geotechnical conditions), or special design considerations, a lower plot ratio may be specified when considered appropriate and possible.

1. Domestic PR8 should only be permitted where there are no infrastructure constraints, e.g. close to high capacity transport systems. Elsewhere, the plot ratio should be determined according to local circumstances.

2. In the first generation new towns (i.e. Tuen Mun, Sha Tin, Fanling / Sheung Shui, Tai Po, Yuen Long and Tsuen Wan), lease modifications for higher plot ratios than those applicable prior to September 1981 should be permitted only if the proposed development forms the whole or a substantial part of a comprehensive redevelopment plan prepared or approved by the planning authority.

3. If there is non-domestic floorspace, maximum domestic plot ratio will be reduced according to the provisions of the B(P)R composite building formula.

4. Sites in New Towns should only be designated R4 if there are special justifications such as severe geotechnical or infrastructural constraints.

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