Development of Lantau Island Background of the development

Development of Lantau Island

Background of the development l Lantau Island is the biggest island in Hong Kong l Well recognized for its nature conservation and recreation value l 2004 Policy Address l economic and infrastructure development in Lantau

Background of the development Hong Kong's economy becomes more service-based l North Lantau is important l strengthening the main economic pillars of tourism and logistics developments. l

Background of the development l Near to the airport l good transport connections l a world class theme park------ Disneyland l scenic natural setting l unique potential for a greater variety of tourist attractions

Infrastructure on Lantau Island Hong Kong International Airport

Infrastructure on Lantau Island Tung Chung Cable Car

Developed area on Lantau Island

Planning consideration l conserving high-quality natural landscape, ecological environment and cultural heritage sites l e. g. Roman’s Frog breeding field should be conserved l limit of reclamation imposed by shipping channels and water quality and hydrological considerations

Planning consideration l aircraft noise which prohibits the development of noise sensitive uses in certain areas l development restrictions to protect Hong Kong Disneyland from visual intrusion and incompatible uses

Planning concepts l sustainable development of Lantau by balancing development and conservation needs l focus major economic infrastructure and urban development in North Lantau l optimize the use of the existing and planned transport links and infrastructure

Planning concepts l protecting the other parts of Lantau l comprise primarily high-quality landscape and ecologically sensitive natural environment l for nature conservation and environmentally sustainable recreational and visitor uses

Planning concepts l Maximize the utilization and development potential of HK International Airport l Logistics Park in Siu Ho Wan to enhance Hong Kong's position as a regional logistics centre l Hong Kong Section of the HZMB and the North Lantau Highway Connection along the northern shore

Planning concepts l develop possible theme park or recreational uses at the Tung Chung East waterfront l develop resorts with suitable anchor facilities in keeping with the rural character and natural landscape at selective locations in South Lantau

Planning concepts l enhance the visitor appeal of Ngong Ping based on its religious heritage and improved access by cable car

Planning concepts l Tung Chung l new town for 220 000 citizens l with adequate community facilities and regional facilities serving the whole of Lantau l e. g. Planning of Tung Chung Hospital l new town extension would focus on Tung Chung West and East

Planning concepts l limited growth of the existing rural and suburban clusters at Mui Wo, South Lantau and Discovery Bay l preserve the character of the surrounding environment

Planning concepts l maximize the potential of rural Lantau for sustainable recreational and visitor uses l promoting sustainable recreational uses in South Lantau and Mui Wo l preserving the Tai O fishing village l promoting countryside recreation in and around the country parks

Planning concepts conserve the cultural heritage of Lantau l conserve high-quality natural landscape and ecologically sensitive natural environment l Lantau North and Lantau South Country Parks l proposed Lantau North Country Park extension l marine park in the waters around Southwest Lantau. l

Is it a balanced development? YES l Mainly develop the northern part of Lantau Island l Government try the best to preserve the cultural and natural features of Lantau Island l The rural area of Lantau Island will have low level of development only

Is it a balanced development? NO l Reclamation for constructing HZMB l White Dolphin may be affected l The development may extend in the future l Someone afraid the development will change in nature

As a HK citizen… l Contribute ideas and opinions to the government l Monitor the development project