Private Non-Domestic Sites
Overview of Private Non-Domestic Sites
The UDGM for the Private Non-Domestic Sites outlines a range of proposed urban design control parameters that are specifically applicable to the private non-domestic developments, including provision relating to all non-domestic developments fronting Prince Edward Road East and developments at Runway Precinct.
Download PDF View Online (Note: Contents of the four UDGMs may appear to be repetitive as the recommended guidelines may be applicable to more than one category of development.)Core Concepts
- To ensure a layering of development interfaces and uses at ground and sub grade levels that engenders conditions whereby vibrancy and activity could be nurtured
- To ensure that the structure and density of planting is sufficient to create a sense of enclosure sufficient to create a semi-private park-like space
“Recommended”, “Acceptable” and “To be Avoided”
A list of “recommended”, “acceptable” and “to be avoided” design features is suggested in the report, such as the followings (not exhaustive):
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- Streetscape Design
- Façade Treatments
- Greening
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Recommended
Streetscape Design
Encourage outdoor cafes to create pedestrian vibrant places
Façade Treatments
To foster a sense of lightness and subtly
Greening
Landscape elements to be recyclable, low maintenance, contemporary to fit into Kai Tak streetscape
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Acceptable
Streetscape Design
Paved surfaces with visual interest
Façade Treatments
Encourage architecturally creative/ innovative materials that result in expressive facade
Greening
Plant size and form at maturity, seasonal changes, textures and colours all need to be considered
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To be Avoided
Streetscape Design
Fragmented paving design and excessive/ continuous fencing
Façade Treatments
Material that quickly deteriorates, stains or fades
Greening
Complicated designs are expensive and are difficult to maintain