Hong Kong’s oldest golf course in Fanling faces potential development for public flats, but a recent report assessing the environmental impact failed to meet compliance requirements. The report, challenged by the Hong Kong Golf Club, overlooked the ecological value of the site and disregarded public concerns, according to Senior Counsel Benjamin Yu Yuk-hoi.
The report did not consider 80 potentially valuable trees or address the hydrological conditions crucial for the survival of critically endangered Chinese swamp cypresses in the area. Moreover, discrepancies in the identification of bat species between various departments raised concerns about the accuracy of the assessments.
The failure to conduct a thorough assessment and involve public consultation before approving the development has sparked legal battles and an interim halt on government decisions. The controversy surrounding the potential construction of public housing on this cherished location emphasizes the need for proper environmental assessment protocols and transparent decision-making processes.
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