Fresh drone footage reveals extent of rectification works at three upmarket estates following exposé that sparked government probe.
A year after a South China Morning Post investigation exposed unauthorized land occupation at three luxury Hong Kong estates, only 25% of homeowners have ceased occupying public land and 10% have demolished unauthorized structures. Authorities have issued statutory notices to 34 of 50 houses and are considering further action, including warning letters and prosecution, while experts urge increased enforcement and penalties for illegal land use.