Development of Lantau Island.pptVIP

Development of Lantau Island Background of the development Lantau Island is the biggest island in Hong Kong Well recognized for its nature conservation and recreation value 2004 Policy Address economic and infrastructure development in Lantau Background of the development Hong Kongs economy becomes more service-based North Lantau is important strengthening the main economic pillars of tourism and logistics developments. Background of the development Near to the airport good transport connections a world class theme park------ Disneyland scenic natural setting unique potential for a greater variety of tourist attractions Infrastructure on Lantau Island Hong Kong International Airport Infrastructure on Lantau Island Tung Chung Cable Car Developed area on Lantau Island Planning consideration conserving high-quality natural landscape, ecological environment and cultural heritage sites e.g. Roman’s Frog breeding field should be conserved limit of reclamation imposed by shipping channels and water quality and hydrological considerations Planning consideration aircraft noise which prohibits the development of noise sensitive uses in certain areas development restrictions to protect Hong Kong Disneyland from visual intrusion and incompatible uses Planning concepts sustainable development of Lantau by balancing development and conservation needs focus major economic infrastructure and urban development in North Lantau optimize the use of the existing and planned transport links and infrastructure Planning concepts protecting the other parts of Lantau comprise primarily high-quality landscape and ecologically sensitive natural environment for nature conservation and environmentally sustainable recreational and visitor uses Planning concepts Maximize the utilization and development potential of HK International Airport Logistics Park in Siu Ho Wan to enhance Hong Kongs position as a regional logistics centre Hong Kong Section of the HZMB and