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.

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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
  • 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

  • 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

  • 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