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Landlords Face HK$17,000 Bill for Water Seepage Repairs

4/14/2026

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Hong Kong landlords must address water seepage within 28 days or face a minimum inspection bill of HK$17,000 (US$2,170).
The pilot scheme, launched by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department and the Buildings Department, shifts inspection costs to flat owners.
Last year, 99% of confirmed seepage cases originated from the flat above, with about 5,000 nuisance notices issued.

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Hong Kong landlords must address water seepage within 28 days or face a minimum inspection bill of HK$17,000 (US$2,170).
The pilot scheme, launched by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department and the Buildings Department, shifts inspection costs to flat owners.
Last year, 99% of confirmed seepage cases originated from the flat above, with about 5,000 nuisance notices issued.