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Legislation Proposed for Wang Fuk Court Buy-Back After Tragedy

12/15/2025

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The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors calls for legislation to create a statutory body to buy back Wang Fuk Court flats after a fire that killed 160 people and displaced 5,000 residents.
Chiu Kam-kuen, housing policy panel chair, estimated the cost at HK$5–7 billion.
He said a streamlined buy-back would help owners secure funds for housing.
The proposal follows estate discussions, as residents hesitate to return due to trauma.

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The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors calls for legislation to create a statutory body to buy back Wang Fuk Court flats after a fire that killed 160 people and displaced 5,000 residents.
Chiu Kam-kuen, housing policy panel chair, estimated the cost at HK$5–7 billion.
He said a streamlined buy-back would help owners secure funds for housing.
The proposal follows estate discussions, as residents hesitate to return due to trauma.