Hong Kong investigates ‘installation issues’ at 3 light public housing projects
Authorities say they will hold contractor, related parties accountable for construction flaws at sites in Siu Lam, Tuen Mun and Chai Wan
Hong Kong authorities have set up an independent team to investigate irregularities with materials used in the installation of prefabricated units at three light public housing sites, warning that they will hold the contractor and other relevant parties accountable.
The Architectural Services Department warned on Monday it would take regulatory action against the contractor and related parties responsible for flawed modular integrated construction (MiC) units found in Siu Lam, Tuen Mun and Chai Wan.
Authorities revealed that 6 per cent of scews were cut, while 20 per cent of the connection plates that the screws were attached to were enlarged without permission.
But Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin emphasised that the light public housing projects remained safe despite the irregularities, noting no water leakage or deformation was found after Super Typhoon Ragasa struck the city last month.
“The Housing Bureau is deeply concerned and has instructed the Architectural Services Department to ensure these projects meet the highest quality and safety standards,” Ho said.
“We aim to deliver all flats to those in need with the best quality as swiftly as possible.”