The Land & Development Advisory Committee has welcomed the Government's measures to revitalise industrial buildings through encouraging redevelopment and wholesale conversion of vacant or under-utilised industrial buildings.

At its second meeting today the committee considered the policy initiatives constructive in stimulating the provision of more land and premises to meet Hong Kong's economic and social needs.

The Lands Department will form a dedicated team to process applications for redevelopment and wholesale conversion when the application period starts April 1.

Heritage conservation

The committee was also briefed on the redevelopment of the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Compound. Members agreed the project will contribute to society in terms of enhanced community services and the promotion of heritage conservation as well as local art and culture. It will help create jobs and boost the economy.

The committee was also consulted on the public engagement process on Building Design to Foster a Quality and Sustainable Built Environment launched by the Council for Sustainable Development.