Elderly Hongkongers facing eviction over subdivided flat revamp fear upended lives

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Theodora YuJanuary 20, 2026 at 03:19 PM

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Elderly residents of subdivided flats in Hong Kong's Yee Wa Building in Sham Shui Po face eviction due to upcoming renovations required to comply with new housing regulations taking effect in March. Landlords are upgrading properties to meet specifications by February 2030 after registering with the government. The Housing Bureau contacted 109 households, with 72 needing transitional housing, but available options are primarily located in Tai Po and Yuen Long. Residents fear relocation could jeopardize their jobs, and the Hong Kong Single Parents Association is assisting them. The Housing Bureau has pledged to expedite transitional housing applications.

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