Recently subdivided units have become a hot issue in Hong Kong. There is no universal definition to what constitutes a subdivided unit. Nevertheless, a general perception is that subdivided units ...

The housing shortage is becoming a severe problem in Hong Kong. Property prices have risen to such high levels that many people find them unaffordable. The long queue for public rental housing has ...

Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong: On subdivided units, our survey has shown that about 70% of the currently existing subdivided units will be able to comply with our requirements with minimal ...

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota: In Hong Kong, the topic of subdivided flats - or “shoebox homes” - always raises heated discussion. In his latest policy address, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced ...

The DAB said on Tuesday the government should provide more support measures alongside the implementation of the Basic Housing Unit policy to cater to the needs of both owners and tenants. From next ...

Owners of shoebox homes may pass on the extra costs of meeting proposed minimum standards to tenants or consider pulling out of the market, a trade group has said, with Hong Kong authorities pressing ...