(Ref. 113-03)

TABLE OF CONTENTs

11........ Landscape and visual Impacts. 11-1

11.1 Introduction. 11-1

11.2 Objective of the LVIA. 11-1

11.3 Environmental Legislation, Policies, Plans, Standards and Criteria. 11-1

11.4 Designated Projects under Schedule 2 within Project 11-3

11.5 Review of Proposed Planning and Urban Design for the Project 11-3

11.6 Concurrent Projects. 11-5

11.7 Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment Approach and Methodology. 11-5

11.8 Baseline Landscape Conditions. 11-12

11.9 Landscape Impact Assessment 11-85

11.10 Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures in Construction and Operation Phases. 11-137

11.11 Prediction of Significance of Landscape Impacts. 11-143

11.12 Visual Impact Assessment 11-157

11.13 Cumulative Impacts from Concurrent Projects. 11-219

11.14 Photomontages. 11-237

11.15 Conclusion. 11-239

FIGURES

Figure 11.0 Existing Outline Zoning Plans

Figure 11.1 Landscape Resources (LRs)

Figure 11.1a-p Landscape Resource Enlargement Plans

Figure 11.2 Landscape Resources Photos

Figure 11.3 Landscape Character Areas

Figure 11.4 Landscape Character Areas Photos

Figure 11.5a-p Landscape Resource Impacts Enlargement Plans

Figure 11.6 Mitigation Measures

Figure 11.6a-o Mitigation Measure Enlargement Plans

Figure 11.7 Zone of Visual Influence ¡V Locations of Viewpoints

Figure 11.7a Locations of Viewpoints Enlargement Plan ¡V Operation Phase

Figure 11.8 Visual Influence ¡V Residential VSRs

Figure 11.9 Visual Influence ¡V Recreational VSRs

Figure 11.10 Visual Influence ¡V Occupational VSRs

Figure 11.11 Visual Influence ¡V Travelling VSRs

Figure 11.12a-b Photomontage 01 ¡V View from Tin Shui Wai Estate Rooftop

Figure 11.13a-b Photomontage 02 ¡V View from Tin Shui Wai MTR Station, Exit B

Figure 11.14a-b Photomontage 03 ¡V View from Tai Lam Country Park

Figure 11.15a-b Photomontage 04 ¡V View from Kong Sham Western Highway

Figure 11.16a-b Photomontage 05 ¡V View from Yuen Tau Shan

Figure 11.17a-b Photomontage 06 ¡V View from Ngau Hom Shek Hiking Trail

Figure 11.18 Broad Brush Tree Survey Plan

Figure 11.19 Tree Impact and Mitigation Plan

Figure 11.64 Noise Barrier Construction Phases

11 Landscape and visual Impacts

11.1 Introduction

11.1.1 This section outlines the landscape and visual impact assessment (LVIA) associated with the proposed development within the HSK NDA developments (herein referred to as the ¡§Project¡¨) and associated engineering infrastructure to confirm the feasibility of the NDA proposals including the extent of the Project area. The assessment is based on the proposals under the Revised RODP. For full project description detailing site location, history and need for the Project, refer to Chapter 2.

11.2 Objective of the LVIA

11.2.1 The objective of the LVIA is to undertake baseline survey and analysis in order to identify critical issues, and predict the landscape and visual impacts during the construction and operation phases for the Project in accordance with the EIA Study Brief (No. ESB-291/2015).

11.3 Environmental Legislation, Policies, Plans, Standards and Criteria

11.3.1 The following environmental legislation, standards and guidelines are applicable to the evaluation of landscape and visual impacts associated with the construction and operation of the Project:

¡P Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance (Cap.499) and the Technical Memorandum on EIA Process (EIAO-TM), particularly Annexes 3, 10, 11, 18, 20 and 21;

¡P Hong Kong Planning Standards and Guidelines;

¡P Town Planning Ordinance (Cap 131);

¡P Approved Ha Tsuen Outline Zoning Plan No. S/YL-HT/10;

¡P Approved Tin Shui Wai Outline Zoning Plan No. S/TSW/12;

¡P Approved Ping Shan Outline Zoning Plan No. S/YL-PS/16;

¡P Approved Lam Tei and Yick Yuen Outline Zoning Plan No. S/TM-LTYY/8;

¡P Approved Tong Yan San Tsuen Outline Zoning Plan No. S/YL-TYST/10;

¡P Approved Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui Outline Zoning Plan No. S/YL-LFS/7;

¡P Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96) and its subsidiary legislation the Forestry Regulations;

¡P Country Parks Ordinance (Cap 208);

¡P Marine Parks Ordinance (Cap 476) and associated subsidiary legislation;

¡P Animals And Plants (Protection of Endangered Species) Ordinance (Cap 187);

¡P SILTech Publication (1991) ¡V Tree Planting and Maintenance in Hong Kong (Standing Interdepartmental Landscape Technical Group) [11-23];

¡P GEO 1/2011 ¡V Technical Guidelines on Landscape Treatment for Slopes;

¡P Land Administration Office Instruction (LAOI) Section D-12 ¡V Tree Preservation;

¡P EIAO Guidance Note No. 8/2010;

¡P DEVB TCW No. 6/2015 ¡V Maintenance of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features;

¡P DEVB TCW No. 2/2012 on Allocation of Space for Quality Greening on Roads;

¡P DEVB TCW No. 2/2013 on Greening on Footbridges and Flyovers;

¡P DEVB TCW No. 2/2012 on Allocation of Space for Quality Greening on Roads;

¡P DEVB Publication 2012 ¡V Guidelines on Greening of Noise Barriers;

¡P ETWB TCW No.11/2004 Cyber Manual for Greening;

¡P ETWB TCW No. 24/2004 ¡V Specification Facilitating the Use of Concrete Paving Units Made of Recycled Aggregates;

¡P ETWB TCW No. 29/2004 ¡V Registration of Old and Valuable Trees, and Guidelines for their Preservation;

¡P ETWB TCW No. 36/2004 ¡V The Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures (ACABAS);

¡P ETWB TCW No. 5/2005 ¡V Protection of Natural Streams/Rivers from Adverse Impacts Arising from Construction Works;

¡P DEVB TCW No. 7/2015 ¡V Tree Preservation;

¡P HyDTC No. 2/2010 ¡V Control in the Use of Shotcrete (Sprayed Concrete) in Slope Works;

¡P HyDTC No. 3/2008 ¡V Independent Vetting of Tree Works under the Maintenance of Highways Department;

¡P WBTC No. 25/93 ¡V Control of Visual Impact of Slopes;

¡P WBTC No. 17/2000 ¡V Improvement to the Appearance of slopes in connection with WBTC 25/93;

¡P Hong Kong 2030 Planning Vision and Strategy Final Report;

¡P Landscape Value Mapping of Hong Kong;

¡P LAO PN no. 7/2007 on Tree Preservation and Tree Removal application for Building Development in Private Projects; and

¡P Committee Paper NCSC 9/06 ¡§Advisory Council on the Environment Nature Conservation Subcommittee ¡V Fung Shui Woods in Hong Kong¡¨.

11.4 Designated Projects under Schedule 2 within Project

11.4.1 HSK NDA is a Designated Project (DP) under Item 1 of Schedule 3 of the EIAO. In addition, the Project includes various Schedule 2 DPs as presented in Section 1.5, Section 2.4, Figure 1.2 and Figure 1.3. Further details of the LVIAs, for the DPs subject to environmental permit application, are grouped into DP Package A: DP1, DP2, DP5, DP6, and DP12; and DP Package B: DP9.

¡P DP1 ¡V Construction of new primary distributor road (Road P1)

¡P DP2 ¡V Construction of eight new distributor roads (Roads D1 to D8)

¡P DP3 ¡V Construction of new West Rail HSK Station (Site 4-34)

¡P DP4 ¡V Construction of EFTS - subject to further review

¡P DP5 ¡V Construction of slip roads between: Road D8 Junction and existing Castle Peak Road; Junction of D8/P1 and Junction of D7/P1; and KSWH connection to Road D3

¡P DP6 ¡V Construction of partly depressed and partly decked-over roads located at Road D2, Road D4, and Road D6

¡P DP7 ¡V Construction of a new container back-up and storage area (Sites 3-1, 3-4, 3-5, 3-13 and 3-14) - subject to further review

¡P DP8 ¡V Construction of new HSK STW (Site 3-26 and part of existing SW STW)

¡P DP9 ¡V Construction of four new SPSs (Sites 2-34, 3-41, 3-48 and 4-35)

¡P DP10 ¡V Construction of Flushing Water Service Reservoirs for reuse of reclaimed water at Tan Kwai Tsuen and Fung Kong Tsuen (Site 3-3 and Site 5-40)

¡P DP11 ¡V Construction of one RTS (Site 3-12)

¡P DP12 ¡V Construction of Road P1 and a slip-road from KSWH to Road D3 partly located within the ¡§CA¡¨ of Yuen Tau Shan

11.5 Review of Proposed Planning and Urban Design Framework for the Project

11.5.1 The development of the Urban Design Framework has taken direct reference to the proposals and recommendations to the relevant OZPs, Practice Notes for Authorised Persons, Sustainable Building Design Guidelines and the Hong Kong Planning Standards and Guidelines (HKPSG) to inform the planning of the Project.

11.5.2 The overall planning of the HSK NDA has adhered to the planning objectives to build a sustainable, people-oriented and balanced living, working and business community, and to create a Regional Economic and Civic Hub for the NWNT. To create a distinctive townscape character and develop a coherent and legible urban structure, key activity nodes and residential communities of different intensities are planned with regard to the existing context and landscape resources, including the surrounding green backdrop of Yuen Tau Shan and the low-density environment of Deep Bay and Lau Fau Shan to the north and west, the built-up area to the east and south, as well as the TSW river channel that runs through the NDA as a spine.

11.5.3 The key urban design concepts encapsulated in the Master Urban Design Plan, the Master Landscape Plan and the Revised RODP, are briefly summarised below. For additional background and a Project description, please refer to Chapter 2.

Building Height Strategy

11.5.4 A building height profile has been adopted which allows for a varied gradation in building heights. An increase in development intensity is also proposed in conjunction with increased height at each railway station. As a broad general principal, the maximum development height permitted will be reduced as they approach villages, low rise developments and open space.

Breezeways

11.5.5 Breezeways are provided along major road and rail corridors, the eastern riverside channels, and the related channels that are distributed throughout the Project. The identified Fung Shui corridors will also be used as breezeways; forming a constituent part of the open space framework. The purpose of breezeways is to provide largely undeveloped corridors (or corridors containing relatively low rise development) through which an alternative thermal environment to that provided within the built up areas can be created with the aim of enhancing air exchange and the passage of cooler air streams through the Project area.

View Corridors

11.5.6 View corridors will be maximised and aligned principally along the major breezeways. The riverside channel system will provide a series of interlinked view corridors where distant views that will aid orientation and way finding. The planning proposals for the new development areas recognise the need to maintain existing views that are achievable from low and medium density development in the environs of the Project Where views are impeded by necessary structures such as noise barriers, the implementation of abovementioned mitigation measures will be used to minimise visual impact (refer Figure 11.64 for examples).

Open Space/ Recreation Framework

11.5.7 Existing Riverside Channels are the structural backbone of the open space network, providing linkages from which a series of ancillary open spaces extend. An area of District Open Space is provided adjacent to the northeastern riverside channel. This will extend from the proposed riverside promenade and will service adjacent residential developments and the public. A Regional Town Park is provided at the heart of the Project area. There are also a number of amenity spaces within the Project area. The principal quantum of amenity spaces has been located around the periphery of retained village areas to provide a buffer between the village areas and new areas of development.

Blue-Green Infrastructure

11.5.8 The existing TSW River Channel and several smaller nullahs that drain into it are proposed as district open space corridors that will connect various areas of the Project. In conjunction with developing these nullahs as district open space, it is proposed that the embankments of the nullahs be treated with greening measures appropriate to each individual context. These greening strategies may include lining the channel with grasscrete, planting them with native vegetation, or replacing vertical, concrete nullah edges with sloped, green edges. The majority of vegetation species along these corridors should comprise native species in order to enhance the ecological value of the nullahs and provide habitat for local fauna.

Tree Nursery and Native Vegetation

11.5.9 The Project will require a large number of trees to be felled, and a subsequently large number to be replaced via compensatory planting. In order to alleviate transportation costs and ensure local, quality tree stock, an on-site nursery is proposed to be established early on during the construction stage at the site of the future Regional Town Park. The tree nursery can be used to grow native tree stock as development occurs, thereby providing constant, locally grown species that can be transplanted and transported to sites quickly and efficiently. In general, it is recommended that trees and shrubs consist of native species to the fullest extent possible in order to enhance the ecological value and integrity of the parks and open spaces, riverine district open spaces, and Project as a whole.

11.6 Concurrent Projects

11.6.1 The EIA Study Brief No. ESB¡V291/2015 identified several major projects, in the vicinity of the assessment area, as having the potential to run concurrently with the proposed Project and hence have the potential to result in cumulative impacts on the environment. Many of the projects will be completed in advance of the construction programme for the Project, and due to their nature potential cumulative impacts with the Project are not anticipated. Cumulative impacts from the concurrent projects have been assessed in relation to their landscape and visual impact and summarised in Section 11.13.

11.6.2 During the subsequent detailed design stage of the Project, it is proposed to conduct an environmental review to collate any further available information to update the cumulative impact assessment, including but not limited to the implementation programme of concurrent projects such as TMWB.

11.7 Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment Approach and Methodology

General Approach

11.7.1 This section has been structured around the criteria and guidelines as stated in Annexes 10 and 18 of the TM and EIAO Guidance Note No. 8/2010 on ¡§Preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment under the Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance¡¨ for evaluating and assessing combined landscape and visual impacts of the Project and associated works.  In accordance with the EIAO, the assessment will take into account the potential impacts of all planned use. Planned use includes the land use in the draft or approved plans prepared under the Town Planning Ordinance (Cap. 131) or any other land use plans published by the Government. A general qualitative appraisal of the landscape and visual impacts using existing available information has been adopted.

11.7.2 The Landscape Impact Assessment shall identify, describe and quantify any potential landscape and visual impacts, and evaluate the significance of such impacts on sensitive receivers. Both the landscape and visual assessments shall propose measures to avoid or mitigate landscape and visual impacts. 

Assessment Methodology

11.7.3 Landscape and visual impacts have been assessed separately for the construction and operation phases. 

Landscape Impact Assessment

11.7.4 The assessment of landscape impacts has involved the following procedures:

¡P Identification of the baseline Landscape Resources (LRs) and Landscape Character Areas (LCAs) found within the assessment area. The assessment area includes all areas within 500 m of the Project area.  This has been achieved by site visit and desktop study of topographical maps, information databases and photographs. In this report, buildings, roads and pavement are not considered landscape resources and have therefore not been included in the mapping of resources. However, it is inevitable that during the process of identification for broad areas of landscape resources, some buildings, roads, hard paving, or other features may be included ¡V or conversely some trees or other resource may be left out. This report attempts to formalise boundaries between distinct areas of landscape resources for the purpose of impact assessment and should not be construed as reflecting every single variable on the ground. The identification of landscape resources has been carried out at a 1:5000 scale.

11.7.5 Assessment of the degree of sensitivity of the landscape resources.  This is influenced by a number of factors including:

- Quality and maturity, condition and value of landscape resources / character areas, taking into account information from the Broad Brush Tree Survey and general quality, maturity and condition of other types of vegetation. (Ranked as High, Medium or Low)

- Importance/rarity of landscape resources/character areas. (Ranked as High, Medium or Low)

- Whether a landscape resource/character area is considered to be of local, regional, national or global importance. (Taken into account and included in the descriptive text where relevant)

- Whether there are any statutory or regulatory limitations/requirements relating to the landscape resources / character areas. (Taken into account and included in the descriptive text where relevant)

- Ability of the landscape resources/character areas to accommodate change without compromising their essential nature. (Ranked High, Medium or Low)

The sensitivity of each landscape feature and character area is classified as follows:

High:	Important landscape or landscape resource of particularly distinctive character or high importance, sensitive to relatively small changes.
Medium:	Landscape or landscape resource of moderately valued landscape characteristics reasonably tolerant to change.
Low:	Landscape or landscape resource, the nature of which is largely tolerant to change.

¡P Identification of potential sources of landscape impacts. These are the various elements of the construction works and operation procedures that would generate landscape impacts.

¡P Identification of the magnitude of landscape change. The magnitude of change depends on a number of factors including the physical extent of the impact, the landscape and visual context of the impact, the compatibility of the Project with the surrounding landscape; and the time-scale of the impact - i.e. whether it is temporary (short, medium or long-term) and therefore reversible, permanent but potentially reversible, or permanent and irreversible.  Landscape impacts have been quantified wherever possible. The magnitude of landscape impacts is classified as follows:

Large:	The landscape or landscape resource would suffer a major change.
Intermediate:	The landscape or landscape resource would suffer a moderate change.
Small:	The landscape or landscape resource would suffer slight or barely perceptible changes.
Negligible:	The landscape or landscape resource would suffer no discernible change.
None:	The landscape or landscape resource would suffer no change

¡P Duration of potential landscape impacts. The duration of the potential impacts during construction and operation is determined based on the following ratings:

Temporary:

Elements of the Project that will have an impact for a period of time (short, medium, long-term) but will disappear with minimal intervention or mitigation. Short-term impacts would disappear at an early stage in the construction or operational phase, medium term impacts would disappear part way through the construction or operational phase, and long-term impacts would disappear at a late stage through the construction or operational phase.

Permanent:

Elements of the Project that will have permanent impacts during the construction and/or operation phases. These permanent impacts may be determined potentially reversible, or irreversible.

¡P Identification of potential landscape mitigation measures.  These may take the form of adopting alternative designs or revisions to the basic engineering and architectural design to prevent and/or minimise adverse impacts; remedial measures such as colour and textural treatment of building features; and compensatory measures such as the implementation of landscape design elements (e.g. tree planting, creation of new open space, etc.) to compensate for unavoidable adverse impacts and to attempt to generate potentially beneficial long-term impacts.  A programme for the mitigation measures is provided.  The agencies responsible for the funding, implementation, management and maintenance of the mitigation measures are identified. 

¡P Prediction of the significance of landscape impacts before and after the implementation of the mitigation measures.  By synthesising the magnitude of the various impacts and the sensitivity of the various landscape resources, it is possible to categorise impacts in a logical, well-reasoned and consistent fashion.  The table below shows the rationale for dividing the degree of significance, namely insubstantial, slight, moderate, and substantial, depending on the combination of a negligible-small-intermediate-large magnitude of change and a low-medium-high degree of sensitivity of landscape resource/character. The significances are defined as follows:

Substantial:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause significant deterioration or improvement in existing landscape quality
Moderate:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause a noticeable deterioration or improvement in existing landscape quality
Slight:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause a barely perceptible deterioration or improvement in existing landscape quality
Insubstantial:	No discernible change in the existing landscape quality
None:	No change in the existing landscape quality

¡P Prediction of Acceptability of Impacts.  An overall assessment of the acceptability, or otherwise, of the impacts according to the five criteria set out in Annex 10 of the EIAO-TM.

Table 11.2 Relationship between Receptor Sensitivity and Impact Magnitude in Defining Impact Significance

MAGNITUDE OF CHANGE	Large	Slight or Moderate	Moderate or Substantial	Substantial
	Intermediate	Slight or Moderate	Moderate	Moderate or Substantial
	Small	Insubstantial or Slight	Slight or Moderate	Slight or Moderate
	Negligible	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
	None	None	None	None
		Low	Medium	High
	SENSITIVITY OF RECEIVER

¡P Conclusion: from an analysis of the significance thresholds derived for landscape (and visual) impacts, an overall conclusion in terms of impact significance for the Project is determined in accordance with the five evaluation criteria set out in Annex 10 of the EIAO-TM:

Beneficial	The project impact is beneficial if it will complement the landscape and visual character of its setting, will follow the relevant planning objectives and will improve overall visual amenity.
Acceptable	The project impact is acceptable if the assessment indicates that there will be no significant effects on the landscape, no significant visual effects caused by the appearance of the Project, or no interference with key views.
Acceptable with Mitigation Measures	The project impact is acceptable with mitigation measures if there will be some adverse effects, but these can be eliminated, reduced or offset to a large extent by specific measures.
Unacceptable	The project impact is unacceptable if the adverse effects are considered too excessive and are unable to be practically mitigated.
Undetermined	The project impact is undetermined if significant adverse effects are likely, but the extent to which they may occur or may be mitigated cannot be determined from the study. Further detailed study will be required of the specific effects in question.

Tree Survey Methodology

11.7.6 Conducting the group tree survey has involved the following procedures:

¡P Where practical, trees in close proximity are grouped together in the same tree groups. The locations of these tree groups are drawn on the tree survey plan with the boundaries corresponding to the collective crown spread of the included trees.

¡P Where trees are scattered and/or access to them are limited, trees are conveniently grouped together in the same tree groups by visible physical boundaries on site, such as hoarding, fences, paths and roads etc. The locations of these tree groups are drawn on the tree survey plan with the boundaries corresponding to the physical boundaries to define these zones.

¡P Where practical, all trees in the tree groups are surveyed at certain reasonable distances where tree species are identifiable. The amount of each tree species in the same tree groups are counted as far as possible, or estimated for inaccessible trees. The following information is recorded and provided in ranges for each tree species in the tree groups:

- height;

- crown spread;

- trunk diameter (measured 1.3 m from the ground);

- assessment of tree form (good / fair / poor);

- assessment of tree health (good / fair / poor);

- assessment of tree amenity value (high / medium / low); and

- assessment of tree survival rate after transplanting (high / medium / low).

¡P Where applicable, the following information is provided as remarks for each tree groups, if:

- there is tree included in the Register of Old and Valuable Trees promulgated under ETWB TC(W) 29/2004;

- there is tree potentially registrable in accordance with the criteria as set out in ETWB TC(W) No. 29/2004;

- there is tree belonging to species which is protected under local legislations, including the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96) and the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586);

- there is tree belonging to species which is included in the latest edition of the publication ¡¥Rare and Precious Plants of Hong Kong¡¦ issued by AFCD; and

- there is tree which has special importance due to special attributes such as protected status; rarity; age over 100 years, outstanding size or form; and cultural or historical significance etc.

¡P Photographic records are taken on site to show the general overall view of the tree groups.

Visual Impact Assessment

11.7.7 The assessment of visual impacts has involved the following procedures.

¡P Identification of the Zones of Visual Influence (ZVI) during the construction and operation phases of the Project. This is achieved by site visit and desktop study of topographic maps and photographs, and preparation of cross-sections to determine visibility of the Project from various locations.

¡P Identification of the Visually Sensitive Receivers (VSRs) within the ZVIs at construction and operation phases. These are the people who would reside within, work within, play within, or travel through, the ZVI.

¡P Assessment of the degree of sensitivity to change of the VSRs. Factors considered include: the type of VSR, which is classified according to whether the person is at home, at work, at play, or travelling. Those who view the impact from their homes are considered to be highly sensitive as the attractiveness or otherwise of the outlook from their home will have a substantial effect on their perception of the quality and acceptability of their home environment and their general quality of life. Those who view the impact from their workplace are considered to be only moderately sensitive as the attractiveness or otherwise of the outlook will have a less important, although still material, effect on their perception of their quality of life. The degree to which this applies depends on whether the workplace is industrial, retail or commercial. Those who view the impact whilst taking part in an outdoor leisure activity may display varying sensitivity depending on the type of leisure activity. Those who view the impact whilst travelling on a public thoroughfare will also display varying sensitivity depending on the speed of travel. For example, cyclists have a higher sensitivity due to a slower travel speed and heightened awareness of their surroundings resulting in pronounced and prolonged exposure to the visual impact.

¡P Other factors which are considered (as required by EIAO GN 8/2010) include the value and quality of existing views, the availability and amenity of alternative views, the duration or frequency of view, and the degree of visibility. The sensitivity of VSRs is classified as follows:

High:	The VSR is highly sensitive to any change in their viewing experience
Medium:	The VSR is moderately sensitive to any change in their viewing experience
Low:	The VSR is only slightly sensitive to any change in their viewing experience

¡P Identification of the relative numbers of VSRs. This is expressed in terms of whether there are very few, few, many or very many VSRs in any one category of VSR.

¡P Identification of potential sources of visual impacts. These are the various elements of the construction works and operational procedures that would generate visual impacts. For assessing the visual impacts of the Project under Schedule 3, the sources of visual impact broadly involve the Project development as a whole.

11.7.8 Assessment of the potential magnitude of visual change. Factors considered include:

¡P Duration of the impact;

¡P Reversibility of the Impact;

¡P Scale of development;

¡P Compatibility of the Project with the visual backdrop;

¡P Changes in the character of existing views;

¡P Distance of the source of impact from the viewer; and

¡P Degree of visibility of the impact (partial, full, glimpse).

The magnitude of visual impacts is classified as follows:

Large:	The VSRs would suffer a major change in their viewing experience
Intermediate:	The VSRs would suffer a moderate change in their viewing experience
Small:	The VSRs would suffer a small change in their viewing experience
Negligible:	The VSRs would suffer no discernible change in their viewing experience
None	The VSRs would suffer no change in their viewing

¡P Identification of potential visual mitigation measures. These may take the form of adopting alternative designs or revisions to the basic engineering and architectural design to prevent and/or minimise adverse impacts; remedial measures such as colour and textural treatment of building features; and compensatory measures such as the implementation of landscape design measures (e.g. tree planting, creation of new open space, etc.) to compensate for unavoidable adverse impacts and to attempt to generate potentially beneficial long-term impacts. A programme for the mitigation measures is provided. The agencies responsible for the funding, implementation, management and maintenance of the mitigation measures are identified and their approval-in-principle has been sought.

¡P Prediction of the significance of visual impacts before and after the implementation of the mitigation measures. By synthesising the magnitude of the visual change and the sensitivity of the VSRs, and the numbers of VSRs that are affected, it is possible to categorise the degree of significance of the impacts in a logical, well-reasoned and consistent fashion. Table 11.2 shows the rationale for dividing the degree of significance into namely, insubstantial, slight, moderate and substantial, depending on the combination of a negligible-small-intermediate-large magnitude of change and a low-medium-high degree of sensitivity of VSRs. Consideration is also given to the relative numbers of affected VSRs in predicting the final impact significance ¡V exceptionally low or high numbers of VSRs may change the result that might otherwise be concluded from Table 11.2. The significance of the visual impacts is categorised as follows:

Substantial:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause significant deterioration or improvement in existing visual quality perceived by the general population;
Moderate:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause a noticeable deterioration or improvement in existing visual quality perceived by the general population;
Slight:	Adverse / beneficial impact where the proposal would cause a barely perceptible deterioration or improvement in existing visual quality perceived by the general population;
Insubstantial:	No discernible change in the existing visual quality perceived by the general population;
None:	No change in the existing visual quality perceived by the general population

¡P Prediction of Acceptability of Impacts. An overall assessment of the acceptability, or otherwise, of the impacts according to the five criteria set out in Annex 10 of the EIAO-TM.

11.8 Baseline Landscape Conditions

11.8.1 The topography of the assessment area remains largely the same as under the previous NWNT Study. The proposed Project lies on flat, low-lying valley floor running north to Deep Bay and south to Tuen Mun with a branch to the west towards Yuen Long. The valley is enclosed by the Castle Peak hill range to the west, the Tai Lam range to the south and the lower range of Kai Shan and Wang Chau to the east all of which provide a scenic vegetated backdrop. The two main events that have altered the topography of the area since the NWNT Study were the construction of the KSWH, which follows the lower contours of the Castle Peak range to the west and the ongoing rock extraction at Lam Tei Quarry. The existence of the KSWH has a significant effect on the topographic setting as it stands at a height of +32 mPD to +34.8 mPD. The flat landscape plain of HSK is disturbed by the existence of this recent addition.

11.8.2 The valley floor identified for the proposed Project area is drained by natural streams and channelised nullahs. Whilst most of the watercourses west of the KSWH are natural streams flowing off the Castle Peak range, watercourses to the east have been channelised. The southern portion of the proposed Project area marks the approximate watershed where drainage either flows north to Deep Bay or south through the Tuen Mun River Channel.

11.8.3 There are significant areas of trees and woodland within the proposed Project area. These include roadside trees, woodland trees, and vegetation on agricultural land.

Outline Zoning Plans (OZPs)

11.8.4 The Project area is primarily covered by four OZPs: the approved Ha Tsuen OZP No. S/YL-HT/10, approved Lam Tei and Yick Yuen OZP No. S/TM-LTYY/8, approved Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP No. S/YL ¡V TYST/10, and approved Ping Shan OZP No. S/YL-PS/16. A piece of land near Lau Fan Shan in the north and a strip along the TSW River Channel at the north-eastern boundary fall within the approved Lau Fau Shan and Tsim Bei Tsui OZP No. S/YL-LFS/7 and approved TSW OZP No. S/TSW/12 respectively. Figure 11.0 shows the respective OZPs within the Project.

11.8.5 The Project covers approximately an area of 714 ha and is designated under different zonings including ¡§Residential (Group A)¡¨ (¡§R(A)¡¨), ¡§Residential (Group B)¡¨ (¡§R(B)¡¨), ¡§Residential (Group C)¡¨ (¡§R(C)¡¨), ¡§Residential (Group D)¡¨ (¡§R(D)¡¨), ¡§Comprehensive Development Area¡¨ (¡§CDA¡¨), ¡§Commercial/Residential¡¨ (¡§C/R¡¨), ¡§Village Type Development¡¨ (¡§V¡¨), ¡§Open Space¡¨ (¡§O¡¨), ¡§Recreation¡¨ (¡§REC¡¨), ¡§Open Storage¡¨ (¡§OS¡¨), ¡§Industrial¡¨ (¡§I¡¨), ¡§Industrial (Group D)¡¨ (¡§I(D)¡¨), ¡§Green Belt¡¨ (¡§GB¡¨), ¡§Conservation¡¨ (¡§CA¡¨), ¡§Government/Institution or Community¡¨ (¡§G/IC¡¨), ¡§Other Specified Uses¡¨ (¡§OU¡¨) and ¡§Undetermined¡¨ (¡§U¡¨) uses on the existing OZPs. In addition to the land uses outlined below, land is occupied by major highways and the existing drainage channels.

Landscape Features

11.8.6 The principle LR¡¦s and LCA¡¦s are the same as those identified under the Baseline Review for the Hung Shui Kiu New Development Area Planning and Engineering Study and the NWNT Study, and comprise the existing natural topography, watercourses and vegetation. The LCA¡¦s of the proposed Project area and the surrounding areas has been defined by the Landscape Character Map of Hong Kong (produced under the Planning Department Landscape Value Mapping of Hong Kong 2005). Additional LR¡¦s and LCA¡¦s are included in this assessment, and some broad groups of LR¡¦S and LCA¡¦s identified in the Baseline Review and the NWNT Study are refined in this report to enable a more accurate assessment. These LR¡¦s and LCA¡¦s are illustrated in Figures 11.1 and 11.1a-11.1p Landscape Resources and Figure 11.3 Landscape Character Areas and described below.

Landscape Resources

11.8.7 The baseline physical landscape resources that will be affected during the construction phase and operation phase, together with their sensitivity to change, are described below. The locations of the landscape resources are mapped in Figures 11.1 and 11.1a-11.1p. Photo-views illustrating the landscape resources of the assessment area are shown in Figure 11.2. For ease of reference and co-ordination between text, tables and figures, each landscape resource is given an identity number. There are no old and valuable trees (OVTs) or Wall Trees within the Project area. One OVT was found within the assessment area, but it is not impacted by the Project as it is located outside the Project area.

11.8.8 In this report, buildings, roads and pavement are not considered landscape resources and have therefore not been included in the mapping of resources. Given the identification of landscape resources has been carried out at a 1:5000 scale, it is inevitable that during the process of identification some buildings, roads, hard paving, or other features may be included ¡V or conversely some trees or other resource may be left out. This report attempts to formalise boundaries between distinct areas of landscape resources for the purpose of impact assessment, and should not be construed as reflecting every single variable on the ground (refer to Table 11.3).

Table 11.3 Landscape Resources Baseline Area
Landscape Resource	Description	Baseline Area (ha)	Overall Percentage (approx.)
LR1	Coastal Waters & Mudflats	62.6 ha	6.5%
LR2	Hillside Woodland	272.5 ha	28.1%
LR3	Hillside Shrub & Grassland	131.9 ha	13.6%
LR4	Low-lying Woodland/ Plantation	35.9 ha	3.7%
LR5	Low-lying Grassland	40.6 ha	4.2%
LR6	Vegetation on Agricultural Land	52.9 ha	5.5%
LR7	Vegetation within Residential Developments	19.4 ha	2.0%
LR8	Vegetation within Rural Villages	110.2 ha	11.4%
LR9	Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage	106.4 ha	11.0%
LR10	Watercourse	28.5 ha	2.8%
LR11	Vegetation within Urban Parks	11.8 ha	1.2%
LR12	Vegetation on Modified Slopes	28.6 ha	2.9%
LR13	Vegetation along TSW Promenade	4.4 ha	0.5%
LR14	Roadside Vegetation	45.0 ha	4.6%
LR15	Waterbodies	6.9 ha	0.7%
LR16	Mangroves	11.1 ha	1.1%
LR17	Marsh	1.5 ha	0.2%
LR18	Important Tree	91 nos.	n/a

11.8.9 LR1 ¡V Coastal Waters & Mudflats: Deep Bay is a bay off the northwest coast of Lau Fau Shan. It is surrounded to the north by Shenzhen proper and west by the peninsula of Nanshan, China. As the bay is largely enclosed by land, fresh water from the surroundings runs into the bay, framed by a large sheer with a shallow shore of wetlands. The margin of fresh water and salt water forms a valuable habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. The water quality and ecological value is relatively high, as they provide a habitat for various marine life and cannot be replaced.

11.8.10 LR2 ¡V Hillside Woodland: Refers to woodland areas largely scattered over the hills bordering the Project that rise steeply to form a dramatic green backdrop and distinctive profile, as well as numerous, scattered hills isolated throughout the Project as a result of human settlement around them. This LR is predominantly composed of native tree species growing naturally with some understorey vegetation and plantation-style forests. The trees vary in height and maturity and provide a continuous greening on the slopes.

11.8.11 LR3 ¡V Hillside Shrub and Grassland: Refers, generally, to open woodland patches that are a result of breaks in the canopy of wooded hillsides, or larger hillside areas largely scattered over the hills bordering the Project to the north and west that consist of herbaceous and grassland species. This LR is predominantly composed of native shrub and grassland species growing naturally. The vegetation varies in height and provides a continuous greening on the slopes.

11.8.12 LR4 ¡V Low-lying Woodland/ Plantation: Refers to low-lying areas that are largely scattered throughout the Project area that are spatially defined by the patterns of surrounding human developments such as industrial/open-air storage, roads, or rural residential developments. This results in segregated, circumscribed areas of land that may have various stages and types of vegetation of variable size and quality. The vegetation is characterised by a mix of natural, self-seeded and plantation-style forest. Species may include mature or semi-mature trees forming an interlocking canopy and dense understory, or more open areas dominated by shrubs, grasses and herbs, and may be of either very high quality or very low-quality, degraded spaces. Some of these LR¡¦s may be relatively untouched and in a natural state, whereas others may be more subject to repetitive human interaction, resulting in sensitivity levels that are highly variable depending on the individual context.

11.8.13 LR5 ¡V Low-lying Grassland: Grassland is one of the three major types of vegetation in the Project. This LR predominantly is found in low-lying areas and is defined by land covered with grass and low scrub generally under 1 foot (0.3 m) in height (publication Land Utilisation in Hong Kong (1968)). Species may consist of Cynodon dactylon, Cyrtococcum patens, Digitaria sanquinalis, Echinochloa crus-galli, Eleusine indica, Imperata cylindrical Ischaemum aristatum. Miscanthus sinensis, Neyraudia arundinaceae, Panicum maximum, Paspalum conjugatum, Paspalum scrobiculatum, Pennisetum alopecuroides, Rhynchelytrum repens and Thysanolaena maxima.

11.8.14 LR6 ¡V Vegetation on Agricultural Land: Refers to areas of varying sizes consisting of farmland crops and orchards. Often the areas are small plots developed for agriculture by local residents, whereas others are larger areas of broad agricultural cultivation that may include a small number of structures such as small irrigation ponds, green houses, equipment sheds and small/ narrow hard paved areas. It not only contains agricultural vegetation but large areas of orchard trees and some scattered non-agricultural vegetation including some shrubs and trees. It is often an intermediary between areas of development and natural areas.

11.8.15 LR7 ¡V Vegetation within Residential Developments: Refers generally to vegetation found in contemporary, residential developments including landscaping around buildings, small garden spaces, and around ball courts or activity spaces. The vegetation comprises native and exotic species of highly variable quality, and may include amenity shrubs and groundcovers as well as canopy and shade trees.

11.8.16 LR8 ¡V Vegetation within Rural Village: Refers to traditional villages, modern villages and small scale, low rise residential areas of lower density dominated by domestic structures (mainly of 2-3 storeys) interwoven with roads and paths, but limited other infrastructure. There are some Ancestral Halls, shrines and temples. This LR often has small orchard areas associated with it (most commonly planted fruit tree species are Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Clausena lansium, Mangifera indica and Citrus maxima) and private gardens, as well as amenity planting among the built structures. This LR usually occurs in fragmented patches with agricultural or natural landscape resources adjacent to it.

11.8.17 LR9 ¡V Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage: Refers to areas that are heavily adapted for human industrial use such as open areas for storage, parking, or other associated activities such as factory facilities, waste processing plants and other industrial buildings. These areas have small roads within them and some concrete drainage channels. There is very little existing vegetation within this LR with the exception of self-seeded trees and shrubs scattered about the areas. Generally, vegetation is found along the periphery of the boundary lot lines where trees and understory form rows of vegetation circumscribing the industrial uses within the site.

11.8.18 LR10 ¡V Watercourse: Refers to natural streams and modified watercourses channelised with concrete or grasscrete, or with gabion-fortified or concrete banks. This LR includes both large channelised river watercourses as well as some much smaller concrete lined watercourses associated with agricultural land. This LR also includes some walkways along the larger watercourse and the vegetation associated with the watercourse, both within the channel and along the banks as well as the ridge of the banks. The vegetation mainly consists of grasses and shrubs, but also includes trees in some areas as detailed further in the individual LR descriptions.

11.8.19 LR11 ¡V Vegetation within Urban Parks: Refers to parks and other areas that provide recreational use either in the form of playground areas, sports pitches, passive recreation parks or sitting out spaces. Vegetation associated with this LR is generally landscaped trees and shrubs in planters or larger planting areas, consisting of mature and semi-mature vegetation.

11.8.20 LR12 ¡V Vegetation on Modified Slopes: The vegetation on the slopes consists predominantly of woodland tree and shrub species and patches of scrubby grass. The vegetation has mostly been planted for amenity purposes although some has naturally colonised.

11.8.21 LR13 ¡V Vegetation Along TSW Promenade: TSW Promenade runs along the TSW River Channel for approximately 2 km. Various paving and edge treatments are prevalent along the promenade, and numerous spaces and activity nodes are sequentially located along its length. Vegetation along TSW Promenade consists of amenity tree and shrub planting and is generally of mature or semi-mature status.

11.8.22 LR14 ¡V Roadside Vegetation: Refers to all the associated major intersections and key adjacent roads including Castle Peak Road. There is tree planting along the sides of the roads consisting of a variety of indigenous and exotic species. In addition, there is some planting along the central divider (median) in some sections, including of amenity shrubs.

11.8.23 LR15 ¡V Waterbodies: Refers to freshwater ponds, stormwater ponds, fishponds and recreational ponds. The ponds are often associated with agricultural land and used for irrigation, and punctuate the traditional field pattern. Some ponds are also found near residential or developed areas and have aesthetic landscape value while also serving as stormwater catchment ponds. Others yet are fishponds. This LR also includes vegetation associated with the ponds, both on and around the banks as well as in the immediate vicinity. The vegetation mainly consists of grasses and shrubs or scarce trees.

11.8.24 LR16 ¡V Mangroves: This LR comprises mangrove communities present along the intertidal mudflats of the Deep Bay shoreline, reaching a maximum width of approximately 160 m. This habitat is located outside the Project area and forms a transition between the land and the intertidal mudflat. The mangrove community is dominated by true mangroves (Kandelia obovat) and Black Mangrove (Avicennia marina), with associate species, Spiny Bears Breech (Acanthus ilicifolius). Individuals of exotic Sonneratia apetala and patches of Common Reedgrass are also present. The trees are generally small in size, with height less than 2 m, except Sonneratia apetala, which tend to be taller.

11.8.25 LR17 ¡V Marsh: This LR comprises four small marsh areas identified within the assessment area, three of which sit within the Project area. The patches of Marsh were fragmented and isolated. The Marshes appeared to be affected by nearby anthropogenic activities and was becoming degraded, as indicated by the establishment of exotic weedy species (e.g. Bidens alba and Chinese Dodder, Cuscuta chinensis). Dominant wetland plant species included native Interrupted Tri-vein Fern (Cyclosorus interruptus), Polygonum sp., Diffuse Day-flower (Commelina diffusa), Primrose Willow (Ludwigia octovalvis), Spiny Knotweed (Polygonum perfoliatum) and Taro (Colocasia esculenta). No floral species of conservation importance were recorded in this habitat.

11.8.26 LR18 ¡V Important Tree: According to the LAO PN No. 7/2007, an ¡§Important Tree¡¨ refers to trees in the Register of Old and Valuable Trees, or any other trees that meet one or more of the following criteria:

¡P trees of 100 years old or above;

¡P trees of cultural, historical or memorable significance e.g. Fung Shui tree, tree as landmark of monastery or heritage monument, and trees in memory of an important person or event;

¡P trees of precious or rare species;

¡P trees of outstanding form (taking account of overall tree size, shape and any special features) e.g. trees with curtain like aerial roots, trees growing in unusual habitat; or

¡P trees with trunk diameter equal or exceeding 1.0 m (measured at 1.3 m above ground level), or with height/canopy spread equal or exceeding 25 m.

There are approximately 91 trees that meet one or more of the criteria above and or are and therefore are classified as ¡§Important Trees¡¨. Species include Ficus microcarpa, Ficus elastica, Bombax ceiba, and Artocarpus nitidus subsp. Lingnanensis, among others. Due to the ¡§Important Trees¡¨ quality and natural status, its regional importance, and low tolerance to change, the sensitivity given is High

Broad Brush Tree Survey

11.8.27 A broad-brush tree survey has been carried out within the assessment area that estimates that there are approximately 28,583 trees consisting of approx. 200 species that may be affected by the proposed development. Major tree species included were Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus benjamina, Celtis sinensis. While most of the trees surveyed belong to common tree species of variable qualities, some rare tree species and other trees of relatively outstanding quality were found occasionally. These are summarised with individual LR descriptions. Many trees are found in the foothills of the natural upland, as well as the rural fringe in between different villages and they are generally mature.

11.8.28 A detailed Tree Felling Application process will be carried out at a later detailed design stage, to finalise tree treatment and allocate compensatory planting areas including available open space, parks and streetscape. There is one Old and Valuable Trees (OVTs) found in the assessment area, but outside the Project area; however there are a number of trees potentially registerable as OVTs as well as additional identified Important Trees as per LAO PN No. 7/2007. Their locations are illustrated in Figures 11.1a-p, Figure 11.18 and Figure 11.19.

11.8.29 Following significant trees could be considered ¡§Important Trees¡¨ as defined in ETWBTC(W) No. 3/2006 and LAO PN No. 7/2007. These include:

Table 11.4 Important Trees
Tree no.	Species	Chinese Name	Est. Tree Size (m)			Form	Health	Amenity Value	Survival Rate after Transplanting	Remarks
			Overall Height	Trunk Diameter	Crown Spread
155E-T1	Artocarpus nitidus subsp. lingnanensis	®Û¤ì	7	0.30	8	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of precious or rare species.
155E-T2	Artocarpus nitidus subsp. lingnanensis	®Û¤ì	6	0.15	5	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of precious or rare species.
278-T1	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	35	1.50	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
278-T2	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	20	1.00	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
278D-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	16	1.00	20	Good	Fair	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
403-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.00	12	Good	Good	High	Med	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
407B-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.00	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
407B-T2	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.00	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
457-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	13	1.70	16	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
534A-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	2.20	18	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
547-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	13	1.50	18	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
559-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.70	18	Good	Good	High	Med	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
559A-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.50	15	Good	Good	High	Med	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
706-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.50	17	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
714-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	14	2.00	18	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
716-T1	Ficus virens	¶À¸¯¾ð	15	2.00	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
743-T1	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	16	1.10	14	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
785A-T1	Eucalyptus citriodora	ÂfÂcÑÛ	18	0.90	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
785A-T2	Eucalyptus citriodora	ÂfÂcÑÛ	18	0.80	12	Fair	Fair	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
785A-T3	Eucalyptus citriodora	ÂfÂcÑÛ	25	1.00	15	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
785A-T4	Eucalyptus citriodora	ÂfÂcÑÛ	18	1.00	15	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
785A-T5	Eucalyptus citriodora	ÂfÂcÑÛ	22	0.80	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
787A-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	8	1.56	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
921-T1	Ficus virens	¶À¸¯¾ð	10	1.50	18	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
922A-T1	Ficus variegata	«CªGº_	8	1.00	8	Good	Fair	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
949-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	11	1.50	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
978-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	20	3.00	20	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
995-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	13	1.50	15	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1036-T1	Ficus benjamina	««¸º_	12	1.50	10	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1064-T2	Ficus virens	¶À¸¯¾ð	13	1.00	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1071A-T1	Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. Cumingiana	¥Õ¤d¼h	12	1.00	7	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
1077-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.00	18	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size.
1213A-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	15	1.50	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
A0017-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.50	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
102-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	10	1.00	12	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1202-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.00	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
1202-T2	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	12	1.00	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
1203-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	1.00	15	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1213-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	15	1.50	17	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1213-T2	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	16	3.00	25	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
18-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	15	2.00	20	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
201-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	13	2.00	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
202-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	1.20	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
203-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	13	1.20	16	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
203-T2	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.50	16	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
203-T3	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.50	16	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
203-T4	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	18	1.00	12	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
207-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.50	20	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
207-T2	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.50	20	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
207-T3	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.20	15	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
34-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	1.50	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
458-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	16	1.50	18	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
458-T2	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.50	15	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
531-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.50	20	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
532-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	1.50	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
575-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	15	1.00	15	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
576-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	13	1.20	16	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
633-T1	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	20	1.00	14	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
633-T2	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	12	1.20	16	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
658-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	20	2.00	24	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size, this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
756-T1	Ficus benjamina	««¸º_	16	1.00	18	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
962-T1	Ficus elastica	¦L«×¾ó¾ð	13	1.50	16	Fair	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size
1327-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	2.00	20	Good	Good	High	Low	Potentially registrable as OVT: tree of large size

11.8.30 Following significant trees surveyed belong to species recorded in the latest edition of the publication ¡§Rare and Precious Plants of Hong Kong¡¨ issued by Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. These include:

Table 11.4 (cont.)

Tree no.	Species	Chinese Name	Est. Tree Size (m)			Form	Health	Amenity Value	Survival Rate after Transplanting	Remarks
			Overall Height	Trunk Diameter	Crown Spread
59D-T2	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	10	0.22	7	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
155E-T4	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	5	0.15	3	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
237A-T1	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	5	0.15	3	Good	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
237A-T2	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	3	0.10	2	Good	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
456-T1	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	8	0.15	5	Fair	Good	Med	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
456-T2	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	10	0.20	6	Fair	Good	Med	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
456-T3	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	10	0.20	6	Fair	Good	Med	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
1212-T1	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	8	0.25	3	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
1213-T3	Ailanthus fordii	±`ºñ¯äÝÏ	10	0.16	3	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is scheduled under the Forests And Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96).
1213-T4	Ailanthus fordii	±`ºñ¯äÝÏ	10	0.22	3	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is scheduled under the Forests And Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96).
34A-T1	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	8	0.25	3	Fair	Fair	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
34A-T2	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	10	0.25	3	Fair	Fair	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
34A-T3	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	10	0.25	3	Fair	Poor	Med	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).
34A-T4	Aquilaria sinensis	¤g¨I»	8	0.25	4	Fair	Good	High	Low	The tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586).

11.8.31 Following significant trees, although neither considered as ¡§Important Tree¡¨ nor rare, are considered to have relatively outstanding size or quality and therefore worth mentioning. These include:

Table 11.4 (cont.)

Tree no.	Species	Chinese Name	Est. Tree Size (m)			Form	Health	Amenity Value	Survival Rate after Transplanting	Remarks
			Overall Height	Trunk Diameter	Crown Spread
181-T1	Celtis sinensis	¦µ¾ð	12	0.70	10	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
224-T1	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	15	0.65	10	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
237C-T1	Cinnamomum camphora	¼Ì	7	0.50	8	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form.
278D-T2	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	20	0.60	12	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
640A-T1	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	13	0.50	10	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
640A-T2	Bombax ceiba	¤ì´Ö	15	0.60	12	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
666-T1	Ficus religiosa	µÐ´£¾ð	11	0.80	13	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
688D-T1	Michelia x alba	¥ÕÄõ	20	0.55	10	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
688D-T2	Michelia x alba	¥ÕÄõ	20	0.30	7	Fair	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very large size among its own tree species.
688G-T1	Ficus religiosa	µÐ´£¾ð	12	0.80	10	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
914-T1	Homalium hainanensis	¬õªá¤Ñ®Æ¤ì	13	0.45	8	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
914-T2	Homalium hainanensis	¬õªá¤Ñ®Æ¤ì	12	0.35	6	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.
1064-T1	Michelia x alba	¥ÕÄõ	13	0.60	8	Good	Good	High	Low	This particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species.

11.8.32 The following tree is a registered OVT:

Table 11.4 (cont.)

Tree no.	Species	Chinese Name	Est. Tree Size (m)			Form	Health	Amenity value	Survival Rate after Transplanting	Remarks
			Overall Height	Trunk Diameter	Crown Spread
698A-T1	Ficus microcarpa	²Ó¸º_	14	2.30	22	Good	Good	High	Low	Registered as OVT. Registration no.: LCSD YL/1.

11.8.33 All 91 Important Trees are to be retained, transplanted or felled subject to detailed design at a later stage. As part of the detailed Urban Design Framework, many of these Important Trees are proposed to be circumscribed in Open Space areas in order to be retained and protected. In other instances where this is not practical, implementation of the proposed mitigation measures calls for the trees to be transplanted if impacts on them cannot be avoided.

Sensitivity of LRs and LCAs

11.8.34 Landscape resources affected by the proposed development within 500 m of the Project area and associated infrastructure have been identified and mapped using a combination of aerial photography followed by on-site verification. Each component affecting the sensitivity of the LR has been reviewed in relation to:

¡P Quality of the landscape resources;

¡P Maturity of the landscape resources;

¡P Rarity of special landscape elements;

¡P Importance of the Landscape Resource in local and regional context; and

¡P Ability of the landscape to accommodate change

11.8.35 LRs of higher sensitivity are generally low-lying woodlands and hillside woodlands, marshes, and some water ponds, although other sources such as agricultural land and grassland areas may also have high sensitivity due to certain characteristics. LRs of medium sensitivity are generally low-lying grasslands, vegetation within residential developments, urban parks and rural villages, roadside vegetation, and some channelised water courses. LRs of low sensitivity are generally vegetation on modified slopes, within industrial land, and some vegetation on agricultural land. For the Project, the key LRs sensitivity are summarised below (Table 11.5).

11.8.36 Given the nature of trees as a precious landscape resource, areas of hillside woodlands and low-lying woodlands within the Project are rated as having high sensitivity with the exception of some areas of woodland disturbed by human activity which are of lower quality. In addition, the presence of hillside gravesites in many woodland areas results in these sites having high sensitivity, mainly due to their low ability to accommodate change.

11.8.37 LRs associated with natural water bodies are often considered higher value resources. However, the nullahs/channels are generally degraded by pollution, have sections fortified by concrete banks, and are thus considered less sensitive and given ¡¥medium¡¦ sensitivity. In addition, all the marsh areas in the Project provide valuable habitat and as such are rated as highly sensitive largely due to their low ability to accommodate change.

11.8.38 While most agricultural LRs have low sensitivity due to their non-congruous nature and proximity to expanding development, the larger agricultural land in San Sang San Tsuen is intensively used and has a number of Important Trees; hence, this agricultural land is recognised as having high sensitivity.

11.8.39 LRs associated with roadside vegetation are generally non-contiguous, yet consist of semi-mature to mature trees of various species. Considering the maturity of this roadside vegetation, the land is recognised as having medium sensitivity.

11.8.40 LRs associated with more developed areas, such as vegetation within urban parks, residential developments and villages, generally consist of non-congruous patches of vegetation. However, these areas provide important sources of landscape amenity for local residents and as such are recognised as having medium sensitivity.

11.8.41 It is also noted that there is a considerable amount of open storage / industrial land in the Project, and all of these areas are considered of low quality and sensitivity.

Table 11.5 Baseline Landscape Resources

ID. No.	Landscape Resource (LR)	Baseline Area	Description
			Quality & Maturity (High, Medium, Low)	Rarity (High, Medium, Low)	Importance (Local, Regional, National, Global)	Ability to Accommodate Change (Low, Medium, High)	Sensitivity (Low, Medium, High)
LR1 ¡V Coastal Waters & Mudflats		62.6 ha
1.0	Coastal Waters & Mudflats	62.6 ha	High	High	Regional	Low	High
			This LR consists of the waters of Deep Bay off the northwest coast of Lau Fau Shan. It is surrounded to the north by Shenzhen proper and west by the peninsula of Nanshan, China. The coastline along Lau Fau Shan is framed by a large sheer with a shallow shore of wetlands. The margin of fresh water and salt water forms a valuable habitat for a wide variety of life. The water quality and ecological value is relatively high, as they provide a habitat for various marine life and cannot be replaced.
			Zoning: The LR does not fall within any OZP
LR2 ¡V Hillside Woodland		272.5 ha
2.1	Lau Fau Shan	7.2 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises two separated hillside areas to the north of the Lau Fau Shan area nestled between the coastline of Deep Bay and Deep Bay Road. The hills rise to heights of 42.5 m and 33.8 m with the latter also home to the Lau Fau Shan Police Station resting atop the hillside. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. Due to the CPA zoning designation, the planning intention of these areas is primarily to protect and retain the existing natural landscape, ecology or topographical features of the area for conservation, educational and research purposes. A total of approx.919 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Bauhinia sp., Litsea glutinosa, Celtis sinensis, Cratoxylum cochinchinense.
			Zoning: The extent of the LR lies within area zoned as ¡§Coastal Protection Area¡¨ (CPA) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7
2.2	Ngau Hom	6.3 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises a large wooded hillside rising to 46.9 m located to the north of Ngau Hom and Sha Kong Wai villages and to the east of San Hing Tsuen village. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillside. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming a mostly interconnected tree canopy. Two Important Trees, 34A-T3 and 34A-T4, are located in this LR. Identified as Aquilaria sinensis, the tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586). A total of approx. 293 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Celtis sinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning: The extent of the LR lies within areas zoned as ¡§Green Belt¡¨ (GB) and ¡§Village Type Development¡¨ (V) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7
2.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	7.4 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises two contiguous wooded hillsides rising to 38.6 m and 36.5 m located to the south of Hang Hau Tsuen with a section of Deep Bay Road cutting across the northern extents. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. One Important Tree, 59D-T2, is located on the edge of the LR. Identified as Aquilaria sinensis, the tree species is protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586). A total of approx. 286 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning: The majority of the LR lies within area zoned as ¡§Residential (Group D)¡¨ (R(D)) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. The area of this LR located to the north of Deep Bay Road is zoned CPA under the same OZP.
2.4	Ngau Hom Shek	42.6 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises the contiguous wooded hillsides located to the east of the Shenzhen Bay Bridge and KSWH that effectively form the northern green backdrop of the Project. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. Three Important Trees, 181-T1, 237A-T1, and 237A-T2, are located in this LR. The identified tree species include Celtis sinensis and Aquilaria sinensis and have very good form and size or are protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586). A total of approx. 2378 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Lophostemon confertus, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning: The majority of the LR lies within area zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10, with smaller patches located at the base of the northerly and westerly slopes zoned ¡§Agriculture¡¨ (AGR).
2.5	Ping Shan	6.9 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises three discontinuous hillside areas to the north and east of Hang Tau Tsuen and east of Tong Fong Tsuen to the south. The hills rise to heights of 28.3 m, 30.6 m, and 42.6 m. The Ping Shan Tang Clan Gallery rests atop the hillside located east of Hang Tau Tsuen, which is also home to the Tong Ancestral Hall, a major cultural attraction and historical artefact. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. Due to the CPA zoning designation, the planning intention of these areas is primarily to protect and retain the existing natural landscape, ecology or topographical features of the area for conservation, educational and research purposes. A total of approx. 778 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Ficus hispida, Dimocarpus longan, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Clausena lansium, Litchi chinensis, Acacia confuse.
			Zoning: The hillside located east of Tong Fong Tsuen lies within area zoned ¡§Village Type Development¡¨ (V) and the other two hillsides lay within areas zoned GB or ¡§Government, Institution or Community¡§ (G/IC). All three are under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
2.6	Tung Tau Tsuen	5.0 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises two contiguous wooded hillsides rising to 28.3 m and 24.2 m located north of Hong Mei Tsuen and Tung Tau Tsuen. The hillsides lie immediately adjacent to Yeung Hau Temple, a Declared Monument. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. Six Important Trees, 155E-T1, 155E-T2,155E-T4, 203-T1, 203-T2 and 203-T3, are located within this LR. The identified tree species include Artocarpus nitidus subsp. Lingnanensis and Ficus macrocarpa and are potentially registrable as OVT due to large size and good form and size among its own tree species. A total of approx. 507 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Litchi chinensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus.
			Zoning: The north facing slopes of the hillsides are zoned ¡§Comprehensive Development Area¡¨ (CDA) and the south-facing hillsides are zoned V, both under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.7	Ha Tsuen Road	0.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	High
			This LR comprises a lone, isolated wooded hillside rising to 13.2 m located north of Ha Tsuen Road and surrounded by open storage land-uses on all sides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. A total of approx. 85 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Litchi chinensis.
			Zoning: The hillside is zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.8	Ha Tsuen	1.3 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	Medium
			This LR comprises a lone, isolated wooded hillside rising to 35.9 m located north of the Sewage Treatment Plant and disconnected from the northern wooded hillside ridgeline of Ngau Hom Shek by open storage land-uses on all sides. The top of the hillside has been de-vegetated and levelled to make room for industrial land uses. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. A total of approx. 108 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning: The hillside is zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.9	Yuen Tau Shan	144.5 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises the contiguous wooded hillsides located to the west of the Shenzhen Bay Bridge and KSWH that effectively form the western ridgeline of the Project. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. A total of approx. 6826 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Eucalyptus sp., Acacia confusa, Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning: The majority of the LR lies within area zoned ¡§CA¡¨ under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10, Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16, & Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. Additional areas lie within areas zoned GB under the aforementioned OZPs, and a small patch located at the foothills facing Deep Bay is zoned AGR under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.10	Hung Uk Tsuen	7.4 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises three discontinuous hillside areas located to the west and southwest of Kiu Tau Wai and Hung Uk Tsuen, rising to elevations of 20.0 m, 21.1 m, 42.4 m. The southernmost Wooded Hillside is comprised of three individual hills that form one continuous unit, bisected only by a small local road. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. A total of approx. 944 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Eucalyptus tereticornis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis, Lophostemon confertus, Litsea glutinosa.
			Zoning-:
			The hillsides lie within areas zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
2.11	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	5.5 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises of a hillside area located to the west Kau Lee Uk Tsuen and rises 38.1 m in elevation. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. Three Important Trees, 456-T1, 456-T2, and 456-T3 are located within this LR. The identified tree species are Aquilaria sinensis and are protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586). A total of approx. 264 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Litchi chinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Clausena lansium, Dimocarpus longan, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			The hillside lie within areas zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.12	San Sang Tsuen	2.9 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises three discontinuous hillside areas located to the west and northwest San Sang Tsuen, rising to elevations of 18 m, 24.5 m, and 28.3 m. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species forming an interconnected tree canopy. One Important Tree, 633-T2, is located within the LR. The identified tree species is Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as OVT due to large size and good form and size among its own tree species. A total of approx. 156 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Aleurites moluccana.
			Zoning:
			The easternmost hillsides lies within area zoned G/IC, and the two westerly hillsides lie within areas zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
2.13	Ma Shan	35.0 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises of a hillside area located in the vicinity of the Tan Kwai Tsuen Freshwater Reservoirs in the southern area of the Project. Numerous graves are found scattered about the hillsides. One Important Tree, 1327-T1, is located within the LR; it is identified as Ficus macrocarpa. The identified tree species is Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as OVT due to large size among its own tree species. Vegetation is comprised of mature and semi-mature tree canopies of various species.
			Zoning:
			The southern hillsides lies within area zoned GB and CA under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR3 ¡V Hillside Shrub & Grassland		131.9 ha
3.1	Ngau Hom	3.0 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises a large open hillside conjoined to LR2.2 ¡V Ngau Hom Woodland. Here, nearly all trees have been removed resulting in succession of herbaceous species and grassland. Numerous graves are found scattered about the area. A total of approx. 45 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Celtis sinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The extent of the LR lies within areas zoned GB under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
3.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	1.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises a hillside meadow located within the extents of LR2.3 ¡V Hang Hau Tsuen Woodland. Here, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland species. Numerous graves are found scattered about the area. A total of approx. 21 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			The LR lies within area zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
3.3	Ngau Hom Shek	22.0 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises various hillside meadows located within the extents of LR2.3 ¡V Ngau Hom Shek Woodland. Here, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland species. Numerous graves are found scattered about the areas. One Important Tree, 237C-T1, is located within this LR. The tree species is Cinnamomum camphora and is identified as having very good form for trees of this species. A total of approx. 512 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Lophostemon confertus, Acacia auriculiformis, Tetradium glabrifolium.
			Zoning:
			The LR lies within area zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
3.4	Yuen Tau Shan	60.8 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises various hillsides located scattered amongst the extents of LR2.9 ¡V Yuen Tau Shan Woodland. These hillsides comprise part of the western ridgeline of the Project, and comprise grasslands and open, hillside shrub land. In this LR, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland. Numerous graves are found scattered about the various hillsides. A total of approx. 396 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning :
			The majority of the LR lies within area zoned CA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10, Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16, & Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. Additional areas lie within areas zoned GB under the aforementioned OZPs, and a small patch located at the foothills facing Deep Bay is zoned AGR under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
3.5	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	1.1 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises hillside meadows located within the extents of LR2.10 ¡V Hung Uk Tsuen Woodland. Here, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland species. Numerous graves are found scattered about the area. A total of approx. 24 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			The hillsides lie within areas zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
3.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	0.7 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises two hillside meadows located within the extents of LR2.11 - Kau Lee Uk Tsuen Woodland. Here, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland species. Numerous graves are found scattered about the area. A total of approx. 154 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Eucalyptus tereticornis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Lophostemon confertus, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			The hillside lie within areas zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
3.7	Ma Shan	42.9 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises a large contiguous hillside and several smaller patches of vegetation located to the south of the Project near the Kwai Tsuen Freshwater Reservoirs. These hillsides comprise part of the southern ridgeline of the Project, and comprise dense grasslands and open, hillside shrub land. In this LR, there are few trees and the dominant vegetation consists of successional herbaceous plants and grassland. Numerous graves are found scattered about the various hillsides.
			Zoning:
			The southern hillsides lies within area zoned GB and CA under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR4 ¡V Low-lying Woodland/ Plantation		35.9 ha
4.1	Tin Ying Road & Tin Wah Road	3.8 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR primarily consists of second-growth woodland with mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy. It presently serves as a green buffer between TSW Promenade and the industrial storage land uses west of the river. It is located west of Tin Ying Road and south of Tin Wah Road. A total of approx. 845 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Acacia auriculiformis, Melia azedarach, Leucaena leucocephala, Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within area zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
4.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	4.8 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of scrubland as well as a more-established mature woodland stand adjacent to existing rural residential developments of Deep Bay Grove. The easterly area consists of various scrubland vegetation adjacent to an existing drainage channel and open-air storage areas. Collectively, this LR forms a green backdrop to those existing rural residential developments and also provides a green buffer along the nullah. A total of approx. 110 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis, Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within three different zoning designations: the western LR area falls within land zoned R£á and R(D) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7, and the eastern LR area falls within land zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
4.3	Tin Ying Road & Ping Ha Road	1.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of tree and scrubland vegetation adjacent to an existing nullah, and serves as a green buffer between the nullah and open-air storage areas to the north and south. The LR is bound to east and west by Ping Ha Road and Tin Ying Road, respectively. A total of approx. 358 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species include Acacia confusa, Eucalyptus sp., Acacia auriculiformis, Hibiscus tiliaceus.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls on areas that are zoned Open Space (O) on the north side of the nullah and Undetermined (U) on the south side of the nullah. Both fall under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
4.4	Tong Fong Tsuen	1.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of several scattered woodland and scrubland areas interspersed between rural residential development and open waste storage. The character of vegetation is generally of good quality in that the trees are mature and semi-mature and form interlocking tree canopies. However, the overall character of this LR is one heavily influenced by human interaction. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. A total of approx. 191 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cumingiana, Ficus microcarpa, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V and G/IC under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
4.5	Ping Pak Lane & Ping Kwai Road	0.5 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of a small woodland stand located on the south side of Ping Kwai Road and west of Ping Pak Lane. The vegetation is generally of high quality consisting of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy with dense understory. A total of approx. 46 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V and G/IC under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
4.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	0.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR consists of a medium-sized woodland stand located to the west of Hung Uk Tsuen village. The vegetation is generally of high quality consisting of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy with dense understory. It presently serves as a green buffer between residents in Hung Uk Tsuen and the various open-air storage and industrial land uses in the surrounding context. One Important Tree, 457-T1, is located within this LR. Identified as Ficus macrocarpa, the tree species is potentially registrable as OVT due to its large size and that this particular tree has very good form and size among its own tree species. A total of approx. 48 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Eucalyptus torelliana, Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V and O under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
4.7	Fui Sha Wai	0.2 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of low-quality scrubland and woodland interspersed between rural residential developments and industrial storage. This LR is located south of Castle Peak Road and just east of Hung Tin Road. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development in short time. A total of approx. 14 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
4.8	San Sang San Tsuen	15.8 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR consists of two extremely large, woodland and scrubland areas located adjacent to a similar sized area of land used for agriculture. This LR is located between the Kong Sam Western Highway and the West Rail Line (WRL) alignment, and south of San Sang San Tsuen and San Sang Tsuen villages. It primarily consists of two continuous, large areas. The northern area is immediately south of the aforementioned village areas, and consists of stands of mature and semi-mature trees and open scrubland and grassland areas. All the vegetation is of relatively high quality. The southern area is located south of the large agricultural zone LR 6.9 and is bisected by a small drainage channel. Vegetation here is similar to the above. These two areas are generally continuous, open, unspoiled, and generally of high quality. Five Important Trees, 688D-T1, 688D-T2, and 688G-T1, 914-T1 and 914-T2 are located within this LR. Identified as Michelia x alba, Ficus religiosa, and Homalium hainanensis, the tree species are recognised for their very good form and large size among their own tree species. A total of approx. 626 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The northern area of this LR largely resides within areas zoned R(D), with a very small area residing within area zoned V, both under the under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. The majority of the LR, both north and south areas, reside within areas zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. A small portion of the southern LR area falls within land zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
4.9	Tai Tao Tsuen	3.0 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR primarily consists of second-growth woodland with mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy. It presently serves as a green buffer between Yuen Long Highway and residents in Tai To Tsuen. It is located just north of the Yuen Long Highway and immediately west of the interchange with Hung Tin Road. A total of approx. 190 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides largely within area zoned GB, and a smaller extent zoned R(B), under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
4.10	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	0.8 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of scrubland as well as a mature woodland stand adjacent to existing agricultural plots and residential developments of Aster Court and Park Nar. This LR is located south of Hung Shui Kiu Tin Sam Road and west of Hung Yuen Road. The vegetation is generally of good quality consisting of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy with dense understory, and open area of scrubland with herbaceous and grassland species. A total of approx. 34 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Caryota mitis.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(A) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
4.11	Tin Sam	0.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of scrubland as well as a woodland stand adjacent to existing residential developments in Tin Sam. This LR is located to the west of the intersection of Tin Ha Road and Hung Leong Road. The vegetation is generally of good quality consisting of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy and open area of scrubland with herbaceous and grassland species. A total of approx. 34 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within three zoning designations under two OZPs. The northern area falls under land zoned V and the middle area under£á(C) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16, and the southern area under land zoned R(B) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
4.12	Powerline Pylon	0.3 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of the area surrounding an electrical transmission wire pylon. Vegetation has grown to include scrubland and herbaceous species around the base of the pylon supports. It is located south of Yick Yuen Tsuen and lies adjacent to a drainage nullah. A total of approx. 22 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bauhinia purpurea, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas R(C) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
4.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	2.7 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of a woodland stand adjacent to existing agricultural plots and residential developments near Shan Ha Tsuen. This LR is located south and east of the ridgeline of Ma Shan. The vegetation is generally of good quality consisting of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy with dense understory.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB and R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR5 ¡V Low-lying Shrub & Grassland		40.6 ha
5.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	0.8 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of a coastal grassland located adjacent to existing rural residential developments of Deep Bay Grove and Hang Hau Tsuen as well as a small coastal marshland, LR18.1. The area forms a continuous green backdrop to residential developments and also adjoin¡V LR 4.2 - Hang Hau Tsuen Low-lying Scrub and Woodland, which consists of stands of mature trees and shrub areas. A total of approx. 7 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Melia azedarach, Dimocarpus longan, Celtis sinensis, Aleurites moluccana.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within two different zoning designations; lampooned R(C) and R(D) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
5.2	Sha Kong Wai Tsai	8.3 ha	Low	Low	Local	Medium	Low
			This LR primarily consists of scrubland with scattered carparks and open-air storage buildings throughout. It is located west of Tin Ying Road and north of Tin Wah Road, and forms a vegetative buffer between the roadways and the rural housing found in Sha Kong Wai Tsai to the west. A total of approx. 364 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Eucalyptus sp., Ficus microcarpa, Ficus virens, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			The majority of this LR resides within either GB or Residential (Group C) (R(C)) zoning designation under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7. The southeastern corner of this LR falls within G/IC zoning under the TSW OZP S/TSW/12.
5.3	Fung Kong Tsuen	9.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of scattered scrubland areas with open grassland or bare patches of dirt interspersed between. It presently serves as a transition ¡Vbetween LR 2.4 - Ngau Hom Shek Woodland to the west and large, contiguous industrial and open-air storage areas serviced by Ping Ha Road to the east. Vegetation is generally of good quality and the grassland forms the base of the hillside in this area. A total of approx. 197 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides primarily within areas zoned GB, but also within CDA, V, and Recreation (REC) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
5.4	Ping Shan	1.5 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR primarily consists of shrub/grassland and bare patches of dirt interspersed between rural residential developments in Ping Shan. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development in short time. A total of approx. 109 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides primarily within areas zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
5.5	San Wai	1.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	High
			This LR consists of four grassland patches located within the vicinity of San Wai, Sik Kong Tsuen, and Tseung Kong Wai villages. Vegetation is generally of good quality and the grassland forms green backdrops set against rural village housing. Three Important Trees, 278-T1, 278-T2 and 278D-T1 are located in this LR. The identified tree species include Bombax ceiba and Ficus microcarpa and are potentially registrable as OVTs due to large tree size and very good form among trees of these species. A total of approx. 68 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
5.6	San Lee Uk Tsuen	2.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR consists of a large woodland stand and scrubland located south of Sha Chau Lei Road and the nullah, and north of the WRL alignment. The vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees forming an interlocking tree canopy with dense understory, or more open areas of scrubland with herbaceous and grassland species. This LR is continuous, open, unspoiled, and generally of high quality. A total of approx. 91 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus microcarpa, and Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
5.7	San Sang Tsuen	0.5 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of a small grassland interspersed between rural residential developments in San Sang Tsuen. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development in short time.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V and R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
5.8	Chung Uk Tsuen	1.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of an open area of scrubland vegetation and several stands of mature woodlands and individual trees. The LR is circumscribed on three sides by rural village housing and is bound to the east by a nullah drainage channel. This LR is located south of Castle Peak Road and south of Chung Uk Tsuen. The character of vegetation is generally of good quality in that the trees are mature and semi-mature species. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. A total of approx. 115 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Celtis sinensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
5.9	Yick Yuen Tsuen	12.4 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Medium	High
			This LR consists of an extremely large, woodland and scrubland area. This LR is located west of Yick Yuen Tsuen and east of the Kong Sam Western Highway. It consists of continuous, large areas vegetation including stands of mature and semi-mature trees and open scrubland and grassland areas. All the vegetation is of relatively high quality. This LR is generally continuous, open, and of high quality. A total of approx. 503 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB and R(D) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
5.10	Tuen Mun San Tsuen	1.0 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of scrubland and grassland vegetation patches circumscribed by development on all sides. It is located east of Castle Peak Road, immediately behind Lin Wah Hall, north of Lam Tei Main Street, and adjacent to The Sherwood residential development as well as numerous village housing settlements. Two smaller grasslands are located to the south of Botania Villa and east of Tuen Mun San Tsuen. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that these areas will be subsumed by development in short time. A total of approx. 60 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Archontophoenix alexandrae, Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V, GB, and CDA under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
5.11	Tsing Chuen Wai	0.4 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR primarily consists of low-quality scrubland interspersed between rural residential developments and the KSWH. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development in short time. A total of approx. 27 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
5.12	Tong Yan San Tsuen	0.5 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR primarily consists of medium-quality scrubland interspersed between rural residential developments and a vegetated knoll. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development in short time.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR6 ¡V Vegetation on Agricultural Land		52.9 ha
6.1	Sha Kong Wai	1.2 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of numerous small plots with stands of mature trees and buffer vegetation throughout. It is located just east of Sha Kong Wai village and surrounded by rural residential housing on three sides. It is adjacent to LR 4.1 - Sha Kong Wai Tsai Low-lying Woodland. A total of approx. 86 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within two different zoning designations; land zoned V and GB under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
6.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	2.1 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of numerous agricultural plots with stands of mature trees and buffer vegetation throughout. It is located north of Deep Bay Road and is located adjacent to water ponds, a large drainage nullah, and rural residential housing. A total of approx. 98 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Sonneratia sp., Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Clausena lansium, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides wholly within land zoned CPA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
6.3	Ha Tsuen	3.7 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises five individual, non-congruous plots of land actively being used in agricultural production. They are located near Tseung Kong Wai, Ski Kong Wai, San Wai, and Ha Tsuen Shi and generally are bordered by rural village housing and vegetation. As this LR is essentially located in leftover spots around village housing, as continual expansion of village housing occurs it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. A total of approx. 66 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Eucalyptus torelliana, Dimocarpus longan, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. Cumingiana.
			Zoning:
			This LR largely resides within land zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10, with very small areas falling under REC or GB designation.
6.4	Fui Sha Wai	3.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises a large plot of land actively being used in agricultural production located to the south of Fui Sha Wai village. The agricultural plots circumscribe a water pond and are bound by the Yuen Long Highway to the south and developments along Castle Peak Road to the north and west. As this LR is presently being used for intensive cultivation of crops, it is regarded as having a high amenity value. A total of approx. 95 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Cinnamomum camphora, Leucaena leucocephala, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Bauhinia sp., Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
6.5	Shek Po Tsuen	4.3 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises five individual, non-congruous plots of land actively used in agricultural production. They are located in the vicinity of Shek Po Tsuen to the north, west and south, as well as two larger sized plots located to the west on either side of the WRL alignment. The plots surrounding Shek Po Tsuen occupy leftover spaces around village housing, and as continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. The two plots located to the west are located adjacent to the large Low-lying Scrub and Woodland LR4.12. A total of approx. 147 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Roystonea regia.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides wholly within land zoned V and R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
6.6	San Sang San Tsuen	19.3 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises three individual, non-congruous plots of land actively used in agricultural production. They are located to the south of San Sang San Tsuen and are bounded by the KSWH to the west and the WRL to the east. The north is bound by LR4.13 ¡V San Sang San Tsuen Low-lying Woodland/Plantation, a high-amenity scrubland. This LR is the largest contiguous area of land being actively used for agriculture within the Project. It consists of agricultural plots of various sizes growing a variety of crops, numerous stands of trees varying in age, rural housing and buildings of varying quality and functions, areas of woodland and scrubland between plots and buildings. It is regarded to have a high amenity value due to its intensive use and large size. Six Important Trees, 785A-T1, 785A-T2, 785A-T3, 785A-T4, 785A-T5, & 787A-T1 are located within this LR. The identified tree species include Eucalyptus citriodora and Ficus microcarpa and are potentially registrable as OVTs due to tree of large size and good form. A total of approx. 651 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Mangifera indica, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides mostly within areas zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. A small corner of the southeastern LR falls within area zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP, and a very miniscule area of the LR falls within land zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
6.7	Ling To	3.2 ha	High	Medium	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises plots of land actively used in agricultural production in the vicinity of Ling To Tsz. This LR located primarily to the west of the KSWH within a settled valley leading up to the temple, and consequently is bound by hillsides of LR2.9 ¡V Yuen Tau Shan Woodland to the south and LR3.4 ¡V Yuen Tau Shan Natural Hillside Scrub and Grassland to the north. It consists of agricultural plots of various sizes growing a variety of crops, numerous stands of trees varying in age, areas of buffer woodland and scrubland between plots and buildings. Due to the contextual location and the character of the area leading up to the temple, it is regarded to have a high amenity value. A total of approx. 180 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina, Dimocarpus longan, Roystonea regia.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides wholly within land zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
6.8	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	0.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR primarily consists of agricultural land adjacent to existing scrub and woodland of LR4.15. It is located next to Aster Court, Coronet Court and Park Nar residential developments, and is located south of HSK Tin Sam Road and west of Hung Yuen Road. It consists of agricultural plots of various sizes several stands of trees varying in age. One Important Tree, 714-T1 is located within this LR. The identified tree is Ficus elastica and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to large size and good form. A total of approx. 26 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bombax ceiba, Dimocarpus longan, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned O under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
6.9	Wo Ping San Tsuen & Nai Wai	3.2 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR primarily consists of two medium-sized agricultural plots, buffer vegetation, and several stands of trees. The LR is circumscribed on three sides by rural village housing and the easterly area is located north of Shun Tat Street. The character of vegetation is generally of good quality in that the trees are mature and semi-mature species. As continual expansion of village housing occurs, it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. The westerly LR is located east of Nai Wai village and is completely circumscribed by village housing. Being that this LR is located in leftover spots around village housing, as continual expansion of village housing occurs it is likely that this area will be subsumed by development. A total of approx. 109 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Celtis sinensis, Clausena lansium, Litchi chinensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Sterculia nobilis, Ficus benjamina, Archontophoenix alexandrae.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V, GB, and R(D) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
6.10	Tin Sam	4.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of continuous agricultural plots located to the south west of Tin Sam village. Interspersed throughout this agricultural area are numerous trees as well as sheds and rural buildings of varying functions. This LR is located to the east of the WRL alignment across from a small drainage channel. The vegetation is generally of good quality. A total of approx. 472 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides with area under R(C) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
6.11	Yick Yuen Tsuen	2.1 ha	Medium	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of two small, non-congruous areas of agricultural land adjacent to LR4.19; a large, open scrub and woodland area. This LR is located west of Yick Yuen Tsuen and the WRL alignment, and east of the KSWH. It also includes a small, marginalised area of agricultural land adjacent to the KSWH located just north of Tsing Chuen Wai. Interspersed throughout these agricultural areas are numerous trees as well as sheds and rural buildings of varying functions. The vegetation is generally of good quality. A total of approx. 82 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB and R(D) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
6.12	Tsing Chuen Wai & Tuen Tsz Wai	1.0 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of a small, isolated area of agricultural land located in the north of Tsing Chuen Wai on the hillside. The LR is bounded to the west by R2.9 ¡V Yuen Tau Shan Natural Hillside Woodland. Also within this LR is a small, isolated area of agricultural land located in the vicinity of Tuen Tsz Wai village. The area is circumscribed on all sides by nullah, rail lines, and roads. Throughout this agricultural area are stands of trees as well as sheds and rural buildings of varying functions. The vegetation is generally of good quality. A total of approx. 21 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Litchi chinensis, Leucaena leucocephala, Clausena lansium, Bombax ceiba, Mangifera indica, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
6.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	4.2 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of agricultural plots located to the south west of Shan Ha Tsuen. Interspersed throughout this agricultural area are numerous trees as well as a few sheds and rural buildings of varying functions. This LR is located to the southeast of the Ma Shan ridgeline. The vegetation is generally of good quality.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB and R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR7 ¡V Vegetation within Residential Developments		19.4 ha
7.1	Developments in TSW	15.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR encompasses all residential developments within TSW located between Tin Sau Road to the north and Tin Fuk Road to the south, and east of the TSW Promenade. Generally, developments consist of high-rise buildings with amenity planting around buildings, sports fields, and walkways. Vegetation is of variable quality and consists of numerous trees, shrubs and groundcovers of various native and exotic species. A total of approx. 2055 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Cinnamomum burmannii, Ficus virens, Ficus microcarpa, Bauhinia x blakeana, Archontophoenix alexandrae, Roystonea regia, Bauhinia sp., Ficus benjamina, Livistona chinensis.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(A), R(B), and G/IC under the TSW OZP S/TSW/12.
7.2	Developments along Castle Peak Road	1.3 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises residential developments along Castle Peak Road including: Uptown & The Woodside; Symphony Garden & Treasure Court; Lai Hung Garden; Bauhinia Garden. Vegetation includes amenity planting around residential developments. This LR is located along Castle Peak Road. The vegetation is newly established and provides garden and recreation spaces for residents. A total of approx. 162 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Spathodea campanulata, Bauhinia variegata, Ficus microcarpa, Michelia x alba, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cumingiana, Ficus benjamina, Cinnamomum burmannii.
			Zoning: This LR resides within areas zoned CDA and R(B) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
7.3	Meadowlands	0.8 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises a road garden located south of the Meadowlands, a mixed medium and high-rise residential development, and north of Osmanthus Garden. Amenity vegetation is located around a larger gathering space and sports fields for nearby residents. This LR is located west of Tan Kwai Tsuen Road. The vegetation is generally consisting of mature trees and good quality and provides garden and amenity spaces for residents. One Important Tree, 1036-T1 is located within this LR. The identified tree species is Ficus benjamina and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 79 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bauhinia x blakeana, Bauhinia variegata, Falcataria moluccana, Michelia x alba, Bauhinia purpurea.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(B) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
7.4	Parkview Garden	0.2 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises amenity vegetation planted around residential developments of Parkview Garden. This LR is located east of Hung Kei Road. The vegetation is mature as the residential developments are well-established and this LR provides garden and recreation space for residents. A total of approx. 14 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Michelia x alba, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(B) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
7.5	The Sherwood	1.0 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises amenity gardens and street plantings located within and around The Sherwood and Botania Villa, both high-rise residential developments. Amenity vegetation is located around larger gathering spaces and adjacent to buildings and internal roads. This LR is located east of Castle Peak Road and south of the KSWH. The vegetation is generally consisting of mature trees and good quality and provides garden and amenity spaces for residents. A total of approx. 320 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Araucaria heterophylla, Aleurites moluccana, Ficus virens, Archontophoenix alexandrae.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned CDA under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
LR8 ¡V Vegetation within Rural Village		110.2 ha
8.1	Fu To Tsuen / San Hing Tsuen	2.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of one large village housing area with trees scattered about.  It is located along Deep Bay Road north of San Hing Tsuen and southwest of Fu To Tsuen.  It lies adjacent to open air storage areas to the north, east and west.  Vegetation within this LR primarily consists of self-seeded and planted mature and semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 88 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within land zoned REC and R/E under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
8.2	San Hing Tsuen/ Ngau Hom / Sha Kong Wai	8.1 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is scattered throughout several villages north of Lau Fau Shan Road. These are San Hing Tsuen, Ngau Hom and Sha Kong Wai. Vegetation is generally mixed planting of self-seeded semi-mature trees. Three Important Trees, 34A-T1, 34A-T2 and 34-T1, are located in this LR. The identified tree species include Ficus macrocarpa and Aquilaria sinensis and have very good form and size or are protected under local legislation, the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586). A total of approx. 265 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Ficus microcarpa, Clausena lansium, Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides wholly within land zoned V under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
8.3	Lau Fau Shan	0.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR is generally rural housing and open space storage, south of Lau Fau Shan Main Street. Vegetation is of mixed planting of self-seeded semi-mature trees. A total of approx. 26 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Celtis sinensis, Aleurites moluccana.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned C/R and R/C under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
8.4	Deep Bay Coast	4.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			LR is along costal area of Deep Bay; it is largely marshland with scattered housing and trees. Vegetation is of self-seeded mature and semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 283 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Hibiscus tiliaceus.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned CPA under the Ha Tsuen OZP.
8.5	Sik Kong Tsuen/ Hong Mei Tsuen/ Tseung Kong Wai	4.0 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR is of multiple areas in Sik Kong Tsuen, Hong Mei Tsuen and Tseung Kong Wai. The village areas are along San Sik Road. The vegetation is within and around the rural housing and the open storage areas. Four Important Trees, 201-T1, 202-T1, 207-T1 and 207-T2, are located in this LR. Identified species include Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 220 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Litchi chinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
8.6	Sik Kong Wai / San Uk Tsuen / Ha Tsuen Shi	4.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR is part of the Sik Kong Wai, San Uk Tsuen and Ha Tsuen Shi village housing areas. The village areas are north of a large container yard across from Tin Ha Road. Vegetation is mixed and self-seeded trees within and around the populated areas. A total of approx. 260 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cumingiana, Eucalyptus torelliana, Acacia confuse.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
8.7	Sheung Cheung Wai / Hang Tau Tsuen / Hang Mei Tsuen	5.2 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR consists of multiple village housing areas, these are Sheng Cheung Wai, Hang Tau Tsuen, Hang Mei Tsuen. Further to the village housing, there is an open-air car sales yard. Location is east of Tin Yiu Road. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees. A total of approx. 220 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus hispida, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
8.8	Sha Chau Lei	0.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			The LR is east of container yard along Tin Ha Road and west of Sha Chau Lei Road; area is adjacent the village of Sha Chau Lei. Vegetation is of self-seeded mature and semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. Two Important Trees, 407B-T1 and 407B-T2, are located within this LR. The identified tree species are Ficus microcarpa and Ficus elastica and are potentially registrable as an OVT due to their large size. A total of approx. 69 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Clausena lansium, Mangifera indica, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned U under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
8.9	Hang Mei Tsuen / Tong Fong Tsuen / Hung Uk Tsuen	2.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR consists of Hang Mei Tsuen, Tong Fong Tsuen and Hung Uk Tsuen village areas and is located along Kiu Fung Road and Ping Ha Road. Vegetation within this LR primarily consists of self-seeded and planted mature and semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. Three Important Trees, 458-T1, 458-T2 and 531-T1, are located within this LR. Identified species include Ficus microcarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 141 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Eucalyptus torelliana, Ficus microcarpa, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
8.10	Shek Po Tsuen	0.3 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR is located at Shek Po Tsuen, west of Hung Tin Road. The area is generally rural village housing with pockets of vegetation amongst the houses and area borders. The vegetation is mostly self-seeded semi-mature and mature trees. Two Important Trees, 575-T1 and 576-T1, are located within this LR. Identified species are Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 19 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
8.11	San Sang Tsuen	3.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of two large medium-sized areas trees scattered about village housing. It is located west of Tin Ha Road. Vegetation is a mixture of self-seeded and cultivated trees within and around the village area. One Important Tree, 633-T1, is located within this LR. The identified species is Bombax ceiba and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 191 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Litchi chinensis.
			Zoning:
			The majority of the LR resides in land zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. A small portion of the LR is under land zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. In addition, a trivial area of the LR resides in land zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
8.12	San Lee Uk Tsuen / Tin Sam	2.7 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of several small, non-congruous vegetation patches scattered about the San Lee Uk Tsuen Village area, and one vegetation patch north of Tin Sam. The LR is located west of HSK Main Street. General vegetation is of self-seeded semi-mature and mature trees. One Important Tree, 706-T1 is located within this LR. The identified tree species is Ficus elastica and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form among trees of this species. A total of approx. 153 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Bauhinia purpurea, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			The LR mostly resides in land zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. Other areas are in land zoned R© and G/IC also under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
8.13	Hung Shui Kiu	1.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of three small sized village housing areas located in the vicinity of HSK Tin Sam Road and Hung Kei Road. General vegetation is of self-seeded semi-mature and mature trees. A total of approx. 101 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Artocarpus heterophyllus.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned R(B) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
8.14	Tin Sam	10.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is located about the large village housing area of Tin Sam; it is located south and west of Tin Ha Road along Tin Sam. Area is west of residential developments Casa De Oro and Parkview Garden. Vegetation is a mixture of self-seeded and cultivated trees within and around the village area. A total of approx. 501 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in l£á zoned V an©(C) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. This LR also resides in land zoned R(B)2 under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
8.15	Fui Sha Wai	1.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of two vegetation patches located around Fui Sha Wai, found along Castle Peak Road. Southeast of the area is an open air storage area. Village is generally sparse with trees scattered around housing. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees. A total of approx. 75 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Dimocarpus longan, Bauhinia sp..
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL/-TYST/10.
8.16	Tai To Tsuen	1.1 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of a single village housing area, Tai Tao Tsuen. Village is south of residential development Uptown and east of the residential development the Woodsville. The vegetation is spread in and around the borders of the village with a larger tree group south of village. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 44 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned CDA and R(B)1 under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL/-TYST/10.
8.17	Tan Kwai Tsuen	11.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of a large continuous canopy of trees and vegetation throughout Tan Kwai Tsuen. This LR is located northeast and south of two residential developments, The Verdancy and the Meadowlands. Vegetation within this LR primarily consists of self-seeded and planted mature and semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. Two Important Trees, 1064-T1 & 1064-T2 are located within this LR. The identified tree species are Michelia x alba & Ficus virens and are potentially registrable as an OVT due to their large size and good form. A total of approx. 405 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Bauhinia purpurea, Cinnamomum burmannii, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			The majority of LR resides in land zoned R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL/-TYST/10. A smaller are of LR resides in land zoned R(B)3 under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL/-TYST/10.
8.18	Wo Ping San Tsuen / Cheung Uk Tsuen / Arkadia	20.7 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of two village housing areas; these are Wo Ping San Tsuen and Cheung Uk Tsuen. Southern portion of area is a housing development Arkadia. The LR is located southeast of Castle Peak Road HSK. Vegetation in the LR is generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature trees. A total of approx. 393 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Clausena lansium, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. A small portion of LR resides in land zoned R(D) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. In addition, trivial areas of the LR reside in land zoned O and R(B)2R(B)2 under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
8.19	Yick Yuen Tsuen	11.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of one village housing area, called Yick Yuen Tsuen. The site is adjacent to an open air storage area to the north and woodland area to the west. There are pockets of vegetation scattered around the village area between and around the housing. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature trees. A total of approx. 447 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis.
			Zoning:
			The majority of LR resides in land zoned R(C) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. A portion of LR resides in land zoned V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
8.20	Tsing Chuen Wai / Tuen Tsz Wai	5.4 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is adjacent to two village housing areas: Tsing Chuen Wai and Tuen Tsz Wai. Village area is south west of the KSWH and north west of Castle Peak Road. The vegetation is mostly scattered around housing areas; and are generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature trees. One Important Tree, 1203-T1, is located within this LR. It is identified as Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 159 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Clausena lansium.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8. Smaller areas of LR reside in land zoned GB and CA under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
8.21	Lam Tei / Tuen Mun San Tsuen	5.2 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises scattered stands of trees and vegetation located amongst the village areas of Fuk Hang Tsuen, Lam Tei, and Tuen Mun San Tsuen. This LR is located east of Castle Peak Road, near to the residential developments, The Sherwood and Lingrade Garden. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature trees. A total of approx. 264 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Leucaena leucocephala, Clausena lansium, Archontophoenix alexandrae.
			Zoning:
			The LR reside in land zoned R(B), R(C), G/IC, CDA, O and V under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
8.22	Tong Yan San Tsuen	1.1 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of trees and vegetation located to the south west of Shan Ha Tsuen. Interspersed throughout this area are numerous trees as well as rural buildings of varying functions. This LR is located to the southeast of the Ma Shan ridgeline. The vegetation is generally of good quality.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB and R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR9 ¡V Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage		106.4 ha
9.1	Lau Fau Shan	15.2 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of one large open yard storage with trees scattered around. The area is located south of Fu Tso Tsuen at Lau Fau Shan, along Deep Bay Road. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. One Important Tree, 18-T1, is located within this LR It is identified as Ficus elastic and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 234 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Ficus microcarpa, Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned REC under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7. In addition, small areas of LR resides in zoned CPA and R(E) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
9.2	Lau Fau Shan Road	3.9 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			LR is northeast of a large container yard along Lau Fau Shan Road, also south of Ngau Hom Tsuen. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yard. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 146 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7. In addition, the LR resides in land zoned R(E) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7. Additionally, the LR also resides in land zoned V and CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.3	Ping Ha Road	2.9 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			LR is scattered amongst a large container yard and an open storage along Ping Ha Road. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with some understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 215 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.4	Fung Kong Tsuen Road / Deep Bay Road	17.9 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			LR consists of one large container storage yard, located between Fung Kong Tsuen Road and Deep Bay Road. Vegetation is found scattered around the open storages; and is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with various understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 741 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The LR is over multiple zoned areas under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10; zoned CDA, R(D) and AGR.
9.5	Deep Bay Road	2.7 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR is bordering an open storage yard south of Deep Bay Road, opposite another open storage area north of Deep Bay Road. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with some understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 152 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned AGR under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.6	Ping Ha Road / Tin Yip Road	0.9 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of one open storage yard and one parking lot. Area is located east of Ping Ha Road and west of Tin Yip Road. Vegetation is found around the perimeters of the open yard and parking lot. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with understory and shrubs plants. A total of approx. 81 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.7	Tseung Kong Wai	9.7 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR is south of an open container yard and north of Tseung Kong Wai rural housing area. Vegetation is within and around the boundary of the industrial buildings and open-air yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with understory and shrubs plants. One Important Tree, 207-T3, is located in this LR. The identified species is Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 324 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Ficus virens.
			Zoning:
			The LR is over multiple zoned areas under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10; zoned CDA,GB and REC.
9.8	Ping Ha Road / Tin Ha Road	5.1 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			LR consists of one large container yard and several smaller open space storages on southeast Ping Ha Road and southeast Tin Ha Road. Vegetation is solely around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yard. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with understory and shrub planting. One Important Tree, 403-T1, is located within this LR adjacent to Sha Chau Lei village. The identified tree species is Ficus microcarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its very good form and size among trees of this species. A total of approx. 801 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Leucaena leucocephala, Acacia auriculiformis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Melia azedarach, Ficus altissima.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned U under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.9	Ha Tsuen Road	9.6 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of several large open spaces used for container storage and parking lots. The area is north of Ha Tsuen Road and a sewage treatment plant. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yard. Vegetation is mostly self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. One Important Tree, 224-T1, is located in this LR. The species is identified as Bombax ceiba. A total of approx. 468 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned REC under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. Small areas of the LR also reside in land zoned G/IC and GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.10	Hung Tin Road / Hung Chi Road	4.0 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			The LR consists of a large warehouse, open space storage area and a parking lot. The areas are generally defined by the outline of the WRL and vegetation along boundaries and roads. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yard. Vegetation is mostly self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. Two identified Important Trees, 559-T1, 559A-T1, are located within this LR adjacent to Sha Chau Lei village. The identified species are Ficus elastica and are potentially registrable as OVTs due to very good form and size among trees of this species. A total of approx. 245 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Bauhinia purpurea, Eucalyptus urophylla.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned I(D) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. Smaller areas of the LR reside in land zoned I under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. In addition, the LR resides in land zoned OS and O under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.11	Sik Kong Wai Road / Ha Tsuen Road	2.3 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			LR is bordering a large container yard and a smaller open-air storage area. Area is located along Sik Kong Wai Road and north of Ha Tsuen Road. Vegetation is generally along the perimeters of the sites flanking the roads. Vegetation is mostly self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. A total of approx. 241 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Ficus benjamina, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR is over multiple zoned areas under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10; zoned OS, REC, GB and V.
9.12	San Wai Sewage Treatment Works / Ha Tsuen Road	0.4 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR is around the perimeter of San Wai Sewage Treatment Works (SW STW) north of the KSWH. There are open space storages and container yards to the north east south of the site. Vegetation is at the border of the sewage treatment plant mostly flanking the backroads Ha Tsuen Road. Vegetation is mostly self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. A total of approx. 80 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Acacia confuse.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned G/IC under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
9.13	San Hei Tsuen / Fui Sha Wai	2.9 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR consists of two main areas, one is northeast of San Hei Tsuen, located between Castle Peak Road and Fui Sha Wai South Road, and the other is located south west of Fui Sha Wai village and south of Castle Peak Road (Ping Shan). The area consists mostly of industrial buildings and open storages. Vegetation is generally scattered within and around the open space yards. Vegetation is mainly self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. A total of approx. 81 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Bauhinia sp., Dimocarpus longan, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned V, I, and OU under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL/-TYST/10.
9.14	Hung Uk Tsuen / Kiu Hung Road	6.8 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR is mostly south and south west of Hung Uk Tsuen west of Kiu Hung Road, an area is encircled by Ping Pak Lane and Ping Kwai Road. Vegetation is generally scattered loosely around the storage yards and perimeter. Vegetation is self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. A total of approx. 126 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Cinnamomum camphora, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. Small areas of LR resides in land zoned O and R(B)1 under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
9.15	Hung Shui Kiu / Hung Shui Kiu Bus Depot	2.4 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR is comprises an open storage yard west of public housing Hung Fuk Estate; the area is directly east of Hung Yuen road and west of the nullah/channel. The other area of this LR comprises of an open storage yard with a few industrial buildings; it is located at the junction of HSK Tin Sum Road and Hung Yuen Road. Hung Yuen Road Bus Terminus is southeast of the LR. Vegetation is generally scattered within and around the perimeter of the open storage yards and is generally self-seeded semi-mature tree with various understory and shrub planting. One identified Important Tree, 666-T1, is located within this LR adjacent to Sha Chau Lei village. The identified tree species is Ficus religiosa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to very good form and size among trees of this species. A total of approx. 199 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Archontophoenix alexandrae, Leucaena leucocephala, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned R(B)2 under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16, and O and CDA under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
9.16	San Lee Uk Tsuen	0.7 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR is north west of San Lee Uk Tsuen, also located along the southeast of the WRL and southeast of San Sang Tsuen. Vegetation is mostly around the perimeter of the open storage yard. It is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with some wild understory planting. A total of approx. 12 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Sterculia nobilis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Ficus benjamina, Clausena lansium, Morus alba, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10; and in land zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
9.17	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen / San Sang Tsuen	11.4 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR is located between Kau Lee Uk Tsuen and San Sang Tsuen, and east of KSWH. General area consists of industrial buildings and open storage yards with planting scattered throughout the buildings and open storage yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature to mature planting. Two identified Important Trees, 640A-T1 & 640A-T2, are located within this LR adjacent to Sha Chau Lei village. The identified tree species is Bombax ceiba and both have very good form and size among trees of this species. A total of approx. 290 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Clausena lansium, Litchi chinensis, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			Majority of LR resides in land zoned R(D) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. Other areas of LR are in land zoned V, GB and OS(1) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. In addition, a small area of the LR resides in land zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
9.18	Yick Yuen Road	1.2 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR consists of one large container storage area, located north of Yick Yuen Road and west of the WRL. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with some understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 102 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Ficus benjamina, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides mostly in land zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16. A small portion of LR is in land zoned G/IC and R(B)2 under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
9.19	KSWH South	1.0 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR consists of 2 separate open storage areas. Both are located along the KSWH: one at Yick Yuen Road and other at Tsing Yick Road. Vegetation is generally at the perimeter of the open space yards with self-seeded semi-mature trees with some understory and shrub planting. A total of approx. 75 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Eucalyptus tereticornis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides in land zoned GB under both the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16 and the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
9.20	Tong Yan San Tsuen	1.6 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			The LR consists of and industrial / storage yard area located south of Tong Yan San Tsuen. Vegetation is generally around the perimeter of the open space yards providing a minor partition between the road and storage yards. Vegetation is generally self-seeded semi-mature trees with some understory and shrub planting.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR10 ¡V Watercourse		28.5 ha
10.1	TSW River Channel	15.3 ha	Medium	High	Regional	Low	High
			TSW Main Channel is a concrete channel running through the whole TSW New Town and eventually draining into inner Deep Bay. It has two major tributaries, namely the Shek Po Channel and the Tin Sam Channel. It covers a catchment area of 16 km^2, with a total stretch of 27 km in length. This area has an abundance of tree stands lining the river banks. A total of approx. 410 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Sonneratia sp., Leucaena leucocephala, Acacia auriculiformis.
			Zoning:
			This LR does not fall within any OZP.
10.2	Hang Hau Tsuen Channel	1.3 ha	Medium	Medium	Regional	Medium	Medium
			Hang Hau Tsuen Channel is a concrete channel running through the north of the Project and eventually draining into inner Deep Bay. It has one small tributary draining from San Hing Tsuen village. The southern extents of the channel consists of a small drainage channel with vertical walls whereas, after passing under Deep Bay Road, the channel widens to a greater width and upon reaching Deep bay is a naturalised course set within the manmade embankments. This area has an abundance of tree stands lining the riverbanks.
			Zoning:
			The southern arm and small tributary of this LR resides within areas zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10, and as it flows into Deep Bay it resides within areas zoned R(D) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
10.3	Tung Tau Tsuen Nullah	0.2 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This watercourse is a small, concrete-lined vertical channel that for the most part is piped and culverted and only briefly is open to the sky between Ping Ha Road and Tin Ying Road before emptying into TSW Nullah. Despite its small character, this LR has an abundance of tree stands lining the channel banks.
			Zoning:
			The LR resides within areas zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
10.4	Ping Ha Road Nullah	0.8 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is a channelised watercourse with both vertical and sloping concrete banks running north along the west side of Ping Ha Road and eventually turning northeast and draining into TSW Nullah. The southern extents of the nullah consists of a small drainage channel with vertical walls whereas, after passing under Ping Ha Road, the channel widens to a greater width and is set within manmade embankments. This area has an abundance of tree stands lining the riverbanks.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within areas zoned U and V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
10.5	Sik Kong Tsuen & Tseung Kong Wai Nullah	0.3 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is a channelised watercourse with vertical concrete banks running in west to east direction eventually turning northeast and draining into LR10.4 - Ping Ha Road Nullah. This LR stretches from west of Tseung Kong Wai and passes through the village areas of San Wai and Sik Kong Tsuen. This LR has an abundance of tree stands lining the riverbanks in the vicinity of Sik Kong Wai and gradually becomes more open and sparse of vegetation as one moves upstream.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within areas zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
10.6	Sik Kong Wai & Ling To Nullah	0.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is a channelised watercourse with vertical concrete banks running in a southwest to northeast direction eventually joining LR10.5 and draining into Ping Ha Road Nullah. This LR stretches from Ling To where it passes under the KSWH, meanders between numerous industrial and open storage yards, and, at flowing between Sik Kong Wai and Ha Tsuen Shi, turns north to drain into LR10.4 ¡V Ping Ha Road Nullah. This LR has an abundance of tree stands lining the riverbanks in the vicinity of the villages as well as continuous tree cover as it meanders through the open storage areas. It gradually becomes more open in the vicinity of Ling To Temple. A total of approx. 12 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Acacia auriculiformis.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within areas zoned V, GB, and ¡§Open Storage¡¨ (OS) under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
10.7	Yuen Tau Shan Streams & Nullah	0.1 ha (nullah)	Medium	Medium	Regional	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of the three natural watercourses that exist within the Project. These three natural streams are all located along the western ridgeline of the Project. The northernmost stream drains northwards and eventually is channelised before emptying into Deep Bay. The other two streams are located across the Kong Sham Western Highway from LR6.6 - San Sang San Tsuen. They both become channelised and culverted before passing under the highway and eventually emptying into LR10.11 ¡V Tin Sam Channel. A total of approx. 61 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Pinus massoniana, Leucaena leucocephala, Ficus hispida.
			Zoning:
			The northern stream lies within areas zoned GB and CA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10. The two southern streams lay within areas zoned GB and CA under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
10.8	Hung Tin Road Nullah	0.4 ha	Low	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR is a channelised watercourse with vertical concrete banks running north along the east side of Hung Tin Road. It extends from Castle Peak Road to the south nearly to Kiu Fat Street in the north. The northern extents have an abundance of tree stands lining the vertical riverbanks, whereas the majority of it has no vegetation. A total of approx. 12 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Sterculia lanceolata, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Bauhinia sp., Hibiscus tiliaceus, Celtis sinensis, Litchi chinensis, Dimocarpus longan, Roystonea regia, Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within areas zoned Industrial (Group D) (I(D)), Industrial (I), and U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
10.9	Kiu Tau Wai Nullah	1.1 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is a channelised watercourse with vertical concrete banks running north along the east side of Hung Tin Road. It extends from Hung Chi Road to the south to Ping Ha Road in the north. One identified Important Tree, 534A-T1, is located within this LR. The identified tree species is Ficus macrocarpa and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. This LR has an abundance of tree stands lining the vertical riverbanks. A total of approx. 1 nos. of trees has been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			This LR does not lie within any zoning designation.
10.10	Shek Po Channel	4.0 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	Medium
			This LR is a concrete channel running through the south of the Project and eventually draining into LR10.1 TSW Nullah. It consists of a sloping concrete bank channel north of Castle Peak Road and, south of Castle Peak Road, the concrete sloping banks are lined with grasscrete for a short section before returning to bare concrete banks. This LR has an abundance of high quality tree stands lining the riverbanks for nearly the entire length.
			Zoning:
			The extents of this LR north of Castle Peak Road does not fall within any OZP, whereas the extents south of this road falls within area zoned R(D) under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
10.11	Tin Sam Channel	2.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR is a concrete channel running through the south of the Project and eventually draining into LR10.1 TSW River Channel. It consists of a sloping concrete bank channel north of Tin Ha Road and, south of Tin Ha Road, becomes a vertical bank channel. This LR has an abundance of high quality tree stands lining the riverbanks for nearly the entire length. A total of approx. 2 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			The extents of this LR north of Tin Ha Road does not fall within any OZP, whereas the extents south of this road fall within area zoned V and R(C) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16 and GB under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
10.12	San Sang San Tsuen Channel	0.5 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR consists of three very small tributaries traversing the area south of San Sang San Tsuen through LR6.6 - San Sang San Tsuen Vegetation on Agricultural Land as well as LR4.13 ¡V San Sang San Tsuen Low-lying Woodland/Plantation. These drainage channels consist of vertical concrete embankments with an abundance of trees along their length.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within numerous zoning designations under the GB, U, R(C) and R(D) all under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
10.13	Yick Yuen Tsuen & Tsing Chuen Wai Nullah	1.2 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR is a concrete channel running through the south of the Project and eventually draining into the Tuen Mun River. The main nullah consists of a sloping concrete bank channel extending from Castle Peak Road and the KSWH and draining southwest. A smaller tributary drains from Yick Yuen Tsuen in a southwardly direction. This smaller tributary has an abundance of tree stands along the riverbanks whereas the main channel is bare, concrete sloped embankment. A total of approx. 3 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bischofia javanica, Dimocarpus longan, Leucaena leucocephala, Mangifera indica.
			Zoning:
			The southern extents of this LR does not fall within any OZP, whereas the northern extents fall within area zoned V and R(D) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16 and GB under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
LR11 ¡V Vegetation in Urban Parks		11.8 ha
11.1	Parks in TSW	8.2 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The TSW Park, which has a total area of 14.86 ha, is located at the heart of TSW New Town. It consists of numerous spaces, activity areas, walking trails and planting areas. Tree species located within the park include; Archontophoenix alexandrae, Bauhinia spp., Delonix regia, Ficus microcarpa and Roystonea regia. Tin Shui Road Park is a linear park linking TSW Park with the TSW Waterfront. It is divided into two halves, split by the light rail line, Shui Wu Garden is a linear park located adjacent to TSW Road Park and running parallel with the rail tracks, Locwood Garden is a road park located adjacent to Tin Yiu Road and located in front of Kingswood Villas and Locwood Court, and Tin Ho Road Playground is a road park located adjacent to Tin Ho Road. The vegetation within all these park sites consist of semi-mature amenity trees and amenity planting. A total of approx. 2062 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Archontophoenix alexandrae, Spathodea campanulata, Ficus microcarpa, Lagerstroemia speciosa, Tabebuia argentea, Livistona chinensis.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned O under the TSW S/TSW/12.
11.2	Ping Ha Road Garden	0.3 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The Ping Ha Road Garden is a small open space adjacent to Lo Uk Tsuen. It primarily consists of a soccer pitch with various amenity planting and paving around the pitch. The vegetation consists of semi-mature amenity trees and shrub planting. A total of approx. 62 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bauhinia sp., Leucaena leucocephala, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. Cumingiana.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
11.3	Ping Pak Lane Park	1.3 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The Ping Pak Lane Park is a medium-sized open space adjacent to residential units to the east and open storage to the west. It primarily consists of a soccer pitch and smaller sports pitch, with various amenity planting and paving and activity spaces around the pitch. The vegetation consists of semi-mature amenity trees and shrub planting. A total of approx. 202 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Spathodea campanulata, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Livistona chinensis, Bombax ceiba.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned O under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
11.4	Tin Ha Road Playground	0.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			The Tin Ha Road Playground is a medium-sized open space adjacent to rural residential housing and located along Castle Peak Road. It primarily consists of a soccer pitch and smaller sports pitch, with various amenity planting and paved activity spaces around the pitch. The vegetation consists of semi-mature amenity trees and shrub planting. A total of approx. 36 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Callistemon viminalis, Eucalyptus torelliana.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned O under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
11.5	Nai Wai Soccer Pitch / Fuk Hang Tsuen Road Garden	1.6 ha	High	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			Nai Wai Soccer Pitch is a small open space adjacent to Nai Wai. It primarily consists of a soccer pitch with various amenity planting and paving around the pitch. The vegetation consists of semi-mature amenity trees and shrub planting. The Fuk Hang Tsuen Road Garden is a medium-sized open space adjacent to residential units in The Sherwood, and located off Castle Peak Road behind the Miu Fat Buddhist Monastery. It primarily consists of numerous spaces, activity areas, walking trails and planting areas. The vegetation consists of semi-mature amenity trees and shrub planting. There is also a large paved square on top of a carpark entrance located to the south off Lam Tei Main Street. One Important Tree, 1213-T2, is located in this LR. The identified species is Ficus elastica and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 143 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Araucaria heterophylla, Aleurites moluccana, Ficus virens, Leucaena leucocephala, Archontophoenix alexandrae.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned O under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
LR12 ¡V Vegetation on Modified Slopes		28.6 ha
12.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	1.0 ha	Medium	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises several modified slopes along Deep Bay Road and¡VFung Kong Tsuen Road near LR6.2 - Hang Hau Tsuen Nullah, in the north of the Project. It also includes several vegetated slopes circumscribing a large open storage yard in the vicinity of LR2.2 ¡V Ngau Hom Hillside Woodland. These slopes comprise hillsides with semi-mature vegetation and with various scattered, self-seeded shrubs and trees growing on slopes. A total of approx. 198 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Celtis sinensis, Dimocarpus longan, Ficus benjamina, Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned CDA, V, and CPA under Ha Tsuen OZ£á/YL-HT/10, areas zoned R(D), R(E), and GB under Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
12.2	Ha Tsuen	6.0 ha	Medium	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises numerous modified slopes in the vicinity of KSWH where it crosses the northern hills and connects to Deep Bay Bridge. It also includes several small slopes in the vicinity of the SW STW and Ha Tsuen Road. A total of approx. 814 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Acacia auriculiformis, Ficus microcarpa, Eucalyptus sp., Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Acacia confuse.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned AGR, GB, G/IC, and OS Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
12.3	Yick Yuen Tsuen	1.2 ha	Medium	Low	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises several modified slopes in the vicinity of KSWH to the west of Yick Yuen Tsuen. The slopes cut into the hillsides to make way for the highway and smaller roads branching off. A total of approx. 125 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Eucalyptus citriodora, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
12.4	Ma Shan	20.5 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises numerous large, continuous modified slopes in the vicinity of Tan Kwai Tsuen Fresh Water Service Reservoirs facing north. The slopes are well-established with vegetation and are highly visible to the general area of HSK.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned CA and GB under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
LR13 ¡V Vegetation Along TSW Promenade		4.4 ha
13.0	Vegetation along TSW Promenade	4.4 ha	High	High	Regional	Medium	Medium
			This LR runs along the TSW Promenade and Channel for approximately 2 km. Vegetation along TSW Promenade consists of amenity tree and shrub planting and is generally of mature or semi-mature status. A total of approx. 894 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species include Cinnamomum burmannii, Bauhinia sp., Ficus microcarpa, Ficus virens, Livistona chinensis.
			Zoning:
			This LR does not fall within any OZP.
LR14 ¡V Roadside Vegetation		45.0 ha
14.1	Deep Bay Road	1.1 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Deep Bay Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from northeast of the Project in Lau Fau Shan to southwest of the Deep Bay Bridge. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 188 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Litchi chinensis, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Celtis sinensis.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned REC under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7, and areas zoned AGR, CPA, and CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
14.2	Tin Shui Road	3.8 ha	High	Medium	Local	Low	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Tin Shui Road, Tin Wah Road, Tin Wu Road, and Tin Fuk Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from the north of TSW area to the south at TSW Station. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, predominantly planted as amenity roadside planting. A total of approx. 701 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Roystonea regia, Crateva unilocularis, Bauhinia x blakeana, Syagrus romanzoffiana, Archontophoenix alexandrae, Cinnamomum burmannii.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned R(A) and G/IC under the TSW OZP S/TSW/12.
14.3	Tin Ying Road	12.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Tin Ying Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends along the TSW River Channel from Lau Fau Shan in the northeast to Ping Ha Road in the south. Several locations comprise of large, broad areas with stands of trees. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 4174 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Acacia confusa, Acacia auriculiformis, Eucalyptus sp., Leucaena leucocephala, Albizia lebbeck, Ficus microcarpa.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned O, R(A), and OU under the TSW OZP S/TSW/12, and areas zoned GB, G/IC, R(C), V, CDA, O, and U under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
14.4	Lau Fau Shan Road	0.9 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Lau Fau Shan Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Deep Bay Road to the northwest to Tin Wah Road towards the southeast. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 94 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina, Ficus microcarpa, Bauhinia x blakeana.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V and Commercial/Residential (C/R) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7, and areas zoned CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
14.5	Ping Shan	1.5 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Tsui Sing Road, Ping Ha Road, Kiu Fat Street, and Ping Kwai Road . While not continuous along the roadways, this LR covers roadways in the general Ping Shan area. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 515 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Albizia lebbeck, Ficus virens.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned I, V, OU, G/IC under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
14.6	Ping Ha Road	4.1 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Ping Ha Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Tin Wah Road in the north to TSW Station in the south. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 550 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Ficus benjamina, Leucaena leucocephala, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cumingiana, Hibiscus tiliaceus.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned R(A) and OU under the TSW OZP S/TSW/12; areas zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16; and areas zoned V, U, G/IC, O, and CDA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
14.7	Hung Tin Road	2.3 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Hung Tin Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Ping Ha Road to the north to Castle Peak Road to the south. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 553 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Hibiscus tiliaceus, Casuarina equisetifolia, Leucaena leucocephala.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned I(D) and I under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
14.8	Tin Ha Road	1.2 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Tin Ha Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Ping Ha Road to the north to Castle Peak Road to the south. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 135 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus microcarpa, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Khaya senegalensis, Dimocarpus longan.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V and U under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10; and areas zoned V and R(C) under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
14.9	Ha Tsuen Road	0.9 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Tin Ha Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Tin Ha Road to the east to KSWH to the west. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 149 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Bauhinia x blakeana, Leucaena leucocephala, Delonix regia, Ficus benjamina, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa, Bauhinia variegate.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
14.10	Castle Peak Road	5.1 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along Castle Peak Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR extends from Ping Shan to the east to Lam Tei to the west. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. Five identified Important Trees, 1077-T1, 962-T1, 1202-T1, 1202-T2 & 1213A-T1, are located within this LR adjacent to Castle Peak Road. The identified tree species are Ficus microcarpa, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. Cumingiana, & Ficus elastica and all have very good form and large size among trees of this species. A total of approx. 731 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Celtis sinensis, Melaleuca cajuputi subsp. cumingiana, Ficus microcarpa, Dimocarpus longan, Albizia lebbeck, Leucaena leucocephala, Cinnamomum camphora.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V, R(A), R(B), GB, CDA, and I under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16; areas zoned I, V, and G/IC under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10; and areas zoned V, G/IC, and R(C) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
14.11	Yuen Long Highway	6.3 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises stands of trees located along Yuen Long Highway and centred around the traffic islands around the interchange with Hung Tin Road. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR comprises several significant stands of trees located around the interchange area. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 99 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Senna siamea, Acacia auriculiformis.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned I and GB under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
14.12	Hung Shui Kiu Tin Sam Road / Hung Yuen Road /	2.7 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises intermittent stands of trees located along HSK Tin Sam Road, Hung Chi Road, Hung Kei Road, Hung Tai Road, and Hung Yuen Road. While not continuous along the roadways, this LR covers roadways in the general San Lee Uk Tsuen area and extends towards Castle Peak Road to the south. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 655 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Livistona chinensis, Bauhinia purpurea, Spathodea campanulata.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V, R(A), R(B), and CDA under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
14.13	Yick Yuen Road	0.2 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises three intermittent stands of trees located along Yick Yuen Road. While not continuous along the roadway, this LR extends from Castle Peak Road to the east to the WRL alignment to the west. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. A total of approx. 19 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Ficus benjamina.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned U under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16; and areas zoned G/IC, R(C), and R(D) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
14.14	KSWH	2.0 ha	Medium	Low	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises stands of trees located along KSWH and centred around the traffic islands around the interchange with the Yuen Long Highway. While not continuous along the entire roadway, this LR comprises several significant stands of trees located along the roadway. Vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonised. One Important Tree, 1213-T1, is located in this LR. The identified species is Ficus elastica and is potentially registrable as an OVT due to its large size and good form. A total of approx. 49 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR: the dominant species includes Leucaena leucocephala, Archontophoenix alexandrae, Clausena lansium, Bauhinia sp.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned GB, V, G/IC, and R(C) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
LR15 ¡V Waterbodies		6.9 ha
15.1	Lau Fau Shan	0.1 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises one fishpond located amongst various industrial storage/open air storage land uses and on the coastline with Deep Bay. It is situated north of Deep Bay Road and has limited vegetation around the perimeter.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within area zoned as CPA under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
15.2	Sha Kong Tsuen	0.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium	Medium
			This LR comprises a fishpond and a recreational pond of 0.2 and 0.4 ha, respectively. The recreational pond is used for paddle boating by nearby residents and visitors and has heavy vegetation surrounding it. The fishpond has little vegetation and is bounded by rural village housing on two sides.
			Zoning:
			This LR lies within area zoned as CPA under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
15.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	0.6 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises several manmade fishponds located in the vicinity of Hang Hau Tsuen. Two larger ponds are located adjacent to LR10.2 ¡V Hang Hau Tsuen Nullah, and two smaller ponds are located further south along Deep Bay Road nestled along the shore. The fishponds have ample vegetation around their borders consisting of semi-mature trees and shrubs.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned CPA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
15.4	Ping Shan	0.8 ha	High	High	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises two stormwater ponds cum recreation ponds in the vicinity of Sheung Cheung Wai village. The two ponds are located along the heritage trail that runs through numerous villages in Ping Shan and therefore have strong cultural ties to the villagers. The ponds comprise of numerous floating plants and an island with a large tree. Vegetation lines the banks and primarily comprises shrubs and grasses.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides primarily within areas zoned OU and V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
15.5	Sik Kong Tsuen	0.9 ha	High	High	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises four stormwater ponds located in the vicinity of Sik Kong Wai, Sik Kong Tsuen, and Lo Uk Tsuen villages. The ponds are located along the proposed heritage trail that runs through numerous villages in San Wai and therefore have strong cultural ties to the villagers. Vegetation lines the banks and primarily comprises shrubs and grasses and numerous stands of mature and semi-mature trees.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned V under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
15.6	Tseung Kong Wai	0.2 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises two fishponds located amongst various industrial storage/open air storage land uses at the base of the northern hills of the Project. It is situated north of Ha Tsuen Road and has limited vegetation around the perimeter.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
15.7	Deep Bay Road	1.3 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises several manmade fishponds located along Deep Bay Road between the road and the water¡¦s edge in the extreme northwest of the Project. The fishponds have dense vegetation around their borders consisting of semi-mature trees and shrubs.
			Zoning:
			This LR falls within areas zoned CPA under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
15.8	Kiu Tau Wai	0.4 ha	High	High	Local	Low	High
			This LR comprises a manmade stormwater pond circumscribing one-half the Kiu Tau Wai village. It is located adjacent to Kiu Hung Road. It has little vegetation around it with the exception of a few scattered trees.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides primarily within areas zoned V under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
15.9	Fui Sha Wai	0.4 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises two manmade fishponds located in the vicinity of Fui Sha Wai Village and amongst agricultural land LR6.4 ¡V Fui Sha Wai. They are located north of Yuen Long Highway and south of Castle Peak Road. The fishponds have vegetation around their borders consisting of semi-mature trees and shrubs.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned V under the Tong Yan San Tsuen OZP S/YL-TYST/10.
15.10	Ling To	0.6 ha	Medium	Medium	Local	Low	High
			This LR is comprised of several fishponds and two compensatory wetlands all located adjacent to the KSWH near Ling To Tsz Temple. The fishponds are located on the western side of the highway and the compensatory wetlands are located on the eastern side. The water bodies have dense vegetation around their edges consisting of semi-mature trees and shrubs.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides wholly within land zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
15.11	Tuen Tsz Wai	0.3 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises two manmade fishponds located in the vicinity of Fui Sha Wai Village and amongst agricultural land LR6.4 ¡V Fui Sha Wai. They are located north of Yuen Long Highway and south of Castle Peak Road. The fishponds have vegetation around their borders consisting of semi-mature trees and shrubs.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned R(B) under the Lam Tei & Yick Yuen OZP S/TM-LTYY/8.
15.12	San Sang San Tsuen	0.32 ha	Low	Medium	Local	High	Low
			This LR comprises of one inactive fish pond located in the vicinity of San Sang San Tsuen and amongst low-lying woodland/plantation land LR4.8 ¡V San Sang San Tsuen. It is located west of Tin Ha Road and Tin Sam Channel. The fishpond is overgrown with herbaceous species of vegetation.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within areas zoned GB under the Ping Shan OZP S/YL-PS/16.
LR16 ¡V Mangrove		11.1 ha
16.0	Mangrove	11.1 ha	High	High	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises mangrove communities present along the intertidal mudflats of the Deep Bay shoreline, reaching a maximum width of approximately 160 m. A total of approx. 39 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Clausena lansium, Sonneratia sp..
			Zoning:
			This LR does not fall within any OZP.
LR17 ¡V Marsh		1.5 ha
17.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	0.9 ha	High	High	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises a moderate-sized marsh located adjacent LR5.1-Hang Hau Tsuen Low-lying Shrub and Grassland. The marsh is heavily influenced by development on three sides and drains into Deep Bay. A total of approx. 15 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Celtis sinensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Sonneratia sp., Melia azedarach.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides within two different zoning designations; land zoned R(C) and R(D) under the Lau Fau Shan & Tsim Bei Tsui OZP S/YL-LFS/7.
17.2	Fung Kong Tsuen	0.6 ha	High	High	Regional	Low	High
			This LR comprises a moderate-sized marsh located adjacent LR5.3-Fung Kong Tsuen Low-lying Shrub and Grassland. The marsh is heavily influenced by development and likely evolved from abandoned agriculture. A total of approx. 26 nos. of trees have been identified within this LR; the dominant species includes Dimocarpus longan, Litchi chinensis, Macaranga tanarius var. tomentosa.
			Zoning:
			This LR resides primarily within areas zoned GB under the Ha Tsuen OZP S/YL-HT/10.
LR 18 - Important Trees		N/A
18			High	High	Regional	Low	High
			There are approximately 91 trees that are classified as ¡§Important Trees¡¨. Species include Ficus microcarpa, Ficus elastic, Bombax ceiba, and Artocarpus nitidus subsp. Lingnanensis, among others. Important trees are located throughout the Project assessment area and identified within the corresponding LR¡¦s above, contributing to the sensitivity rating of each LR where present. Due to the ¡§Important Trees¡¨ quality and natural status, its regional importance, and low tolerance to change, the sensitivity given is High

Landscape Character Areas

11.8.42 Several landscape character areas have been identified within the assessment area. These areas, and their sensitivity to change, are described below. The locations of the character areas are indicated on Figure 11.3. Photo-views illustrating the landscape and visual characteristics of the assessment area are illustrated in Figure 11.4. For ease of reference and co-ordination between text, tables and figures each landscape character area is given an identity number (Table 11.6).

11.8.43 LCA1 - Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape - Changes in rural land use over recent decades have resulted in dramatic changes to the rural landscape of Hong Kong. This is manifested most clearly in the Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape where, what was until fairly recently lowland agricultural landscape, has undergone significant changes in characters. Such landscape would traditionally have consisted of patterns of agricultural fields, meandering streams, stands of woodland and scattered villages, connected by winding lanes and footpaths. Changes to the land uses have led to the widespread abandonment of agricultural fields and their subsequent use, in many cases, as sites for open storage, parking, golf ranges and horticulture. Hand in hand with this has gone the dramatic expansion of traditional villages. Many are now sprawling, rather than nucleated, as they were in the past. The result of these changes is a landscape that, while retaining many of its rural characteristics, has witnessed a fragmentation in land uses and traditional landscape patterns which has tended to become increasingly incoherent. Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape has a Medium sensitivity and covers most of the valley floor and the Project area and comprises:

¡P Scattered villages: predominately concentrated along the major traffic corridors (e.g. Castle Peak Road and Yuen Long Highway) at the south of the assessment area, consisting largely of low-rise buildings.

¡P Agricultural land: of approximately 50.57 ha within the assessment area. This land is intended for the retention of fallow arable land with potential for rehabilitation for cultivation and other agricultural purposes. The agricultural land is located in the north of the directly south of Deep Bay Road, and in the south-southeast located between KSWH and Castle Peak Road.

¡P Open storage plots: are one of the largest current constituent land uses within the Project area. Open storage is predominantly located in the northern portion of the Project and it is estimated that over 200 ha of land is committed to this category of land use. The existence of open storage uses has significant implications for the assessment area as they contribute to the degradation of the rural living environment of the assessment area and its surrounding environs and creates is a general sense of transience and change about the landscape even though the traditional rural character predominates.

11.8.44 LCA2 - Miscellaneous Urban Fringe Landscape - Found on the periphery of the major urban areas, these are a residual landscape type characteristic of the transition of landscape from urban to rural (such as developed land composed of recycling industry, car park, storage, etc.). They are also found on hillsides around urban areas that are less easily developed, they include roads, highways structures, slope works, hillsides (often stabilised, otherwise vegetated), scattered residential development, open space, G/IC development (such as service reservoirs, fire station, etc.), cemeteries, prisons, barracks, etc. They are transitional landscapes that are characterised by their low density, diverse range of features, significant vegetation cover and incoherent structure with features having little formal relationship to each other. This LCA covers the eastern portion of the proposed Project and marks the transition from the rural fringe to the residential urban landscape of TSW to the east. The land use is mixed including open storage, vacant lots and predominantly low-rise residential with the appearance of some taller estates. Sensitivity is Medium.

11.8.45 LCA3 - Residential Urban Landscape - These are urban landscapes that are wholly or largely given over to residential land use. Developed comprehensively on flat or terraced land, mainly on the edge of urban areas, they are characterised by their medium or high-rise residential estates, set amongst open space, together with associated highways, footbridges, school or community facilities and retail facilities. Vegetation includes roadside trees and shrub planting in open spaces and around residential estates. That result is a fairly homogeneous, ordered landscape comprising largely built element softened to a certain extent by the effects of surrounding planting and greenery. This LCA consists of numerous high-rise residential developments of TSW to the east of the proposed Project. The high-rise and high-density developments of TSW encompass eleven Public Rental Housing (PRH) projects of approximately 60 storeys each. The majority of the high-density private housing estates within the assessment area are located within the TSW New Town. These include the Kingswood Villa and Central Parks Tower located in TSW South and Vianni Cove located in TSW North. Kingswood Villa is one of the largest private residential estates in Hong Kong. It provides a total of 15,880 residential units within 58 residential blocks in seven phases. Residents living in Kingswood Villa account for approximately 17% of the residential population of TSW. The contrast in height between TSW and the low-rise development to the west is marked and delineated by Tin Ying Road and TSW River Channel. Sensitivity is Medium.

11.8.46 LCA4 - Upland and Hillside Landscape - These are large-scale upland landscapes lying between around 40 mPD and 300 mPD. Consisting hillsides, knolls, ridges and spurs, they are generally covered in scrub vegetation with rocky outcrops or boulder field. Woodland may be found on lower slopes or in sheltered gullies and ravines, where permanent of seasonal rocky streams tumble down these hillsides. Because of their elevated locations, they often contain few human features (other than footpaths or powerlines) and may retain a rugged, tranquil character, with rocky outcrops or boulder fields and muted natural colours. This LCA forms the hillside backdrop to the west and south and comprises undeveloped, vegetated hillsides over 40 mPD. This provides the visual containment to the proposed Project area. Sensitivity is High.

11.8.47 LCA5 - Settled Valley Landscape - Lying between spurs or ridges in uplands in close proximity to urban areas or to the coast, these landscapes are defined largely by their valley topography. Such valleys usually possess a distinct valley floor where alluvial or colluvial materials have accumulated, such that the wider, lower parts of the valleys will have settled at some stage. Whilst the valley sides may be thickly wooded, the valley floor often contains active or abandoned agricultural fields together with a village situated around a stream. In more recent times, roads, power lines or major engineering structures have been constructed in these landscapes whilst fields have been abandoned to make way for village housing or open storage. Such landscapes usually possess a strong sense of enclosure, whilst their coherence or visual amenity will vary depending on the extent to which traditional land uses have been replaced. This LCA comprises settled and cultivated valleys penetrating the upland hillsides. There is one to the west in the Castle Peak range and one large one to the south in the Tai Lam range. Sensitivity is Medium.

11.8.48 LCA6 - Rural Coastal Plain Landscape - These are flat and expansive lowland landscapes lying at an elevation of 40 mPD and which adjoin the coast. Often partly or wholly reclaimed from the sea over the centuries, their character is defined to a large extent by their proximity to the sea. Villages, knolls and blocks of woodland are scattered across these plains, connected by winding lanes and footpaths amongst active or disused fishponds. In certain areas, fishponds are densely packed over an extensive area, forming landscapes that are almost as much water as land. Formerly expansive and open landscapes of small-scale landscape features, agricultural land uses today have often been discontinued with the filling of fishponds, the abandoning of fields and the increase in land uses such as storage yards and housing developments, resulting in a landscape of contrasting components and coleus. This LCA forms a strip separating the proposed Project from Deep Bay in the north. A low ridge rises separating the valley from the coast and this is largely agricultural with low rise, scattered village development. Due to the extensive fishponds within this LCA, this area has developed quite a pungent smell. Sensitivity is High.

11.8.49 LCA7 - Park Urban Landscape - These recreational landscapes comprise of major urban parks, which are large enough to form landscapes in their own right. The LCA is located within the TSW development area. It is predominately used as passive recreation and includes ornamental planting, lawns, sitting areas, water features and pavilions. Sensitivity is Medium.

11.8.50 LCA8 - Inter-tidal Coast Landscape - These are expansive coastal landscapes generally located between the high and low water tide levels and tend to be remote from Hong Kong¡¦s urban areas. This LCA is characterised by a variety of different features, but first and foremost, by the presence of water. It also includes extensive mud flats, areas of salt marsh and mangrove stands. They have a powerful association with the sea and are characterised by certain simplicity, tranquillity and a feeling of remoteness. Sensitivity is High.

Table 11.6 Sensitivity of Landscape Character Areas

Landscape Character Area	Description				Sensitivity	Baseline Area
	Quality & Maturity (High, Medium, Low)	Rarity (High, Medium, Low)	Importance (Local, Regional, National, Global)	Ability to Accommodate Change (Low, Medium, High)
LCA1	Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape				Medium	728.3 ha
	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium
LCA2	Miscellaneous Urban Fringe Landscape				Medium	165.0 ha
	Medium	Low	Local	Medium
LCA3	Residential Urban Landscape				Medium	138.6 ha
	Medium	Low	Local	Medium
LCA4	Upland and Hillside Landscape				High	333.6 ha
	High	Medium	Regional	Low
LCA5	Settled Valley Landscape				Medium	10.1 ha
	Medium	Medium	Local	Medium
LCA6	Rural Coastal Plain Landscape				High	123.4 ha
	Medium	High	Regional	Low
LCA7	Park Urban Landscape				Medium	4.3 ha
	Medium	Medium	Regional	Medium
LCA8	Inter-tidal Coast Landscape				High	73.0 ha
	High	High	Regional	High

11.9 Landscape Impact Assessment

Potential Sources of Landscape and Visual Impacts

11.9.1 Sources of landscape and visual impacts during construction phase are as follows:

¡P Site clearance works involving the removal of the existing Storage Containers and recreational facilities, as well as the removal of existing trees and shrub planting;

¡P Site formation works including cutting and filling;

¡P Excavation works and haulage off-site of excavated materials;

¡P Storage of existing topsoil for reinstatement works;

¡P Importation and storage of construction equipment and plant;

¡P Materials stockpiling;

¡P Construction of site access;

¡P Temporary Traffic Management activities;

¡P Removal of existing Tin Ying Road, upgrading of an existing tertiary Road ¡V Ping Ha Road and the laying down of utilities including water, drainage, power and waste;

¡P Construction of the temporary parking areas, on-site accommodation offices and structures and working areas, importation and storage of equipment and materials;

¡P Construction of the Road P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D8 and associated internal site roads;

¡P Construction of the Proposed HSK Station, as well as the, proposed Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Other Specified Use Developments;

¡P Construction of the Proposed EFTS, tracks and station platforms;

¡P Re-alignment of roads;

¡P Re-alignment of streams and watercourses;

¡P Dust and construction debris;

¡P The laying down of utilities, including water, drainage and power; and

¡P Night lighting.

11.9.2 Sources of landscape and visual impacts of the Project during the operation phase would be:

¡P Operation of Ping Ha Road, Road P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D8;

¡P Operation of the Proposed HSK Station, as well as the, proposed Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Other Specified Use Developments;

¡P Operation and maintenance of proposed Open Space;

¡P Provision of noise mitigation structures; and

¡P Residual impacts from loss of trees and vegetation during the construction phase.

11.9.3 During the construction and operation phase, potential landscape impacts will generally result in the following:

¡P Approximately 13,721 trees will be affected, of which 29 are Important Trees.

¡P 4 LCAs and 85 LRs will be impacted, of which 16 are water bodies / watercourses.

¡P Tree compensation within the HSK NDA will be provided at a 1:1 ratio. This means that for every tree that is removed, a new one will be planted. Furthermore, trees affected by DPs will be compensated within their respective DP areas.

Nature and Magnitude of Landscape Change Before Mitigation in Construction Phase

11.9.4 The magnitude of change, before implementation of mitigation measures, on the landscape resources and landscape character areas that would occur in the construction phase are tabulated below in Table 11.7. All impacts are adverse unless otherwise stated.

Nature and Magnitude of Landscape change Before Mitigation in Operation Phase

11.9.5 The magnitude of change, before implementation of mitigation measures, on the landscape resources and landscape character areas that will occur in the operation phase are the same as the permanent and irreversible impacts described for the construction phase. They are tabulated in Table 11.7. All impacts are adverse unless otherwise stated.

11.9.6 The magnitude of change depends on a number of factors including the physical extent of the impact, the landscape and visual context of the impact, the compatibility of the Project with the surrounding landscape; and the time-scale of the impact - i.e. whether it is temporary (short, medium or long-term), permanent but potentially reversible, or permanent and irreversible. Landscape impacts have been quantified wherever possible.

Table 11.7 Magnitude of Landscape Change during the Construction and Operation Phases before Mitigation

ID No.	Landscape Resource/ Landscape Character Area	Source of Impact	Description of Impacts	Compatibility of the Project with the Surrounding Landscape (High, Medium, Low)	Duration of Impact (None, Temporary (Short, Medium, Long-term); Permanent, Reversible; Permanent, Irreversible)	Magnitude of Change (None, Negligible, Small, Intermediate, Large)
LR1 Coastal Waters and Mudflats
LR1.0	Coastal Waters and Mudflats	Construction - Run-off from site clearance works - Run-off from construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Run-off from construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial and residential roads - Run-off from construction of R, C, GIC and developments - Run-off from proposed open spaces	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape resource by construction activities - Baseline area coverage is approx. 62.6 ha	Low	Temporary, Medium-term	Small
		Operation - None	Operation - None	Low	None	Negligible
LR2 Hillside Woodland
LR2.1	Lau Fau Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 7.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR2.2	Ngau Hom	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 6.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR2.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 7.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR2.4	Ngau Hom Shek	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Road P1 and Road D1 and associated internal roads - Construction of OU and GIC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside area of approx. 6.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 42.6 ha - One potentially affected Important Tree (181-T1) - A total of approx. 340 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Industrial and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.5	Ping Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 6.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR2.6	Tung Tau Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside area of approx. 2.6 ha - Three potentially affected Important Trees (155E-T1,155E-T2, 155E-T4) - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.0 ha approx. - A total of approx. 264 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Reversible	Large
		Operation - Operation of the proposed open space	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.7	Ha Tsuen Road	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR2.8	Ha Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D1 and associated internal site roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside area of approx. 0.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.3 ha - A total of approx. 50 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Industrial development replacing existing hillside vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.9	Yuen Tau Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1 and associated internal roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside area of approx. 6.6ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 144.5 ha - A total of approx. 314 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Development replacing existing hillside vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.10	Hung Uk Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS and stations; - Construction of C and GIC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 0.6ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 7.4 ha. - A total of approx. 76 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and C and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.11	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the access roads and associated internal roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 1.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is aapprox.5.5 ha - A total of approx. 91 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Development replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.12	San Sang Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal residential roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS and stations; - Construction of GIC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 1.0 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.9 ha - A total of approx. 54 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR2.13	Ma Shan	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed fresh water service reservoir - Construction of access roads	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 35.0 ha - A total of approx. 0 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Negligible
		Operation - New service reservoir replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR3 Hillside Shrub & Grassland
LR3.1	Ngau Hom	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR3.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR3.3	Ngau Hom Shek	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 22.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR3.4	Yuen Tau Shan	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1 and associated internal roads - Construction of I developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillsides of approx. 1.9ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 60.8 ha - A total of approx. 12 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Industrial development replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR3.5	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR3.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.7 ha	N/A	None	None
LR3.7	Ma Shan	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed fresh water service reservoir Construction of access roads	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 0.01 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 42.9 ha - A total of approx. 0 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Negligible
		Operation New service reservoir replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4 Low-lying Woodland/ Plantation
LR4.1	Ting Ying Road & Tin Wah Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of R, E, and GIC developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS and stations	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 3.8 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.8 ha. - A total of approx. 845 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS network and R, E, and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of R, C, and OU developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS and station platforms;	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.8 ha - A total of approx. 30 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS network and R, C, and OU development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.3	Ting Ying Road & Ping Ha Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal residential roads - Construction of R developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.6 ha - A total of approx. 358 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Reversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and R developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.4	Tong Fong Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx.1.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR4.5	Ping Pak Lane & Ping Kwai Road	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR4.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha - A total of approx. 8 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.7	Fui Sha Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR4.8	San Sang San Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Residential, Commercial, , Educational, and Industrial developments - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS and station platforms	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 15.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 15.8 ha - Ten potentially affected Important Trees (688D-T1, 688D-T2, 914-T1, 914-T2, 688G-T1, 785A-T1, 785A-T2, 785A-T3, 785A-T4 and 785A-T5) - A total of approx. 610 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS network and Residential, Port Backup and Commercial development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.9	Tai Tao Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR4.10	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal road - Construction of Residential developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.8 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.8 ha - A total of approx. 34 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New Residential development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.11	Tin Sam	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Residential developments - Construction of associated internal roads	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha - A total of approx. 28 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.12	Powerline Pylon	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of G/IC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.3 ha - A total of approx. 22 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New GIC developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR4.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5 Low-lying Shrub & Grassland
LR5.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.8 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5.2	Sha Kong Wai Tsai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 8.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5.3	Fung Kong Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of GIC and Industrial developments - Construction of the Road D1, Road D4, and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS and station platforms	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 7.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 9.5 ha - A total of approx. 147 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS network and Port Backup and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR5.4	Ping Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5.5	San Wai	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Road D3	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 ha - Three potentially affected Important Trees (278-T1, 278-T2, & 278D-T1) - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.6 ha - A total of approx. 21 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR5.6	San Lee Uk Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Open Space developments	Construction - Potential loss of vegetation of approx. 2.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.6 ha - A total of approx. 91 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Reversible	Large
		Operation - New Open Space development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR5.7	San Sang Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Open Space developments	Construction - Potential loss of vegetation of approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.5 ha - A total of approx. 0 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Reversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New Open Space development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR5.8	Chung Uk Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx.1.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5.9	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Residential, GIC and Education developments - Construction of the Road D8 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 12.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 12.4 ha - A total of approx. 499 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Education and G/IC development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR5.10	Tuen Mun San Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.0 ha -	N/A	None	None
LR5.11	Tsing Chuen Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR5.12	Tung Yan San Tsuen	None	None Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6 Vegetation on Agricultural Land
LR6.1	Sha Kong Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx.1.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6.3	Ha Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of I developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.7 ha - A total of approx. 16 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New EFTS network and Industrial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.4	Fui Sha Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6.5	Shek Po Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of E and GIC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 2.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.3 ha - A total of approx. 91 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network, E and GIC Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.6	San Sang San Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of R, C, GIC and industrial developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 19.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 19.3 ha - One potentially affected Important Tree (787A-T1) - A total of approx. 651 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Mixed Use Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.7	Ling To	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.1 ha Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.5 ha approx. - A total of approx. 12 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Mixed Use Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.8	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Open Space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha - One potentially affected Important Tree (714-T1) - A total of approx. 22 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New Open Space development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.9	Wo Ping San Tsuen & Nai Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6.10	Tin Sam	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of internal roads - Construction of residential and commercial developments - Construction of future railway station and associated structures	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 4.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.5 ha - A total of approx. 440 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential and Commercial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.11	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1, Road D6, and associated internal roads - Construction of E and I developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 2.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.1 ha - A total of approx. 82 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS, road network, I and E Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR6.12	Tsing Chuen Wai & Tuen Tsz Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR6.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	None	None Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR7 Vegetation within Residential Developments
LR7.1-7.5	Vegetation within Residential Developments	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 19.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8 Vegetation within Rural Village
LR8.1	Fu Tso Tsuen / San Hing Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.2	San Hing Tsuen / Ngau Hom / Sha Kong Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 8.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.3	Lau Fau Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.4	Deep Bay Coast	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.5	Sik Kong Tsuen / Hong Mei Tsuen / Tseung Kong Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.6	Sik Kong Wai / San Uk Tsuen / Ha Tsuen Shi	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of other Open Space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.4 ha - A total of approx. 18 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Reversible	Negligible
		Operation - New road network and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.7	Sheung Cheung Wai / Hang Tau Tsuen / Hang Mei Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.8	Sha Chau Lei	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha - A total of approx. 57 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Reversible	Large
		Operation - New Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.9	Hong Mei Tsuen / Tong Fong Tsuen / Hung Uk Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.10	Shek Po Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.11	San Sang Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of other specified use and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 1.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.4 ha - A total of approx. 84 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Reversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and OU and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.12	San Lee Uk Tsuen / Tin Sam	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of education and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.0 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.7 ha - One potentially affected Important Tree (706-T1) - A total of approx. 57 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Reversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Education and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.13	Hung Shui Kiu	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.5 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.14	Tin Sam	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated roads - Construction of R, C and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 5.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 10.6 ha - A total of approx. 255 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Residential, Commercial and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.15	Fui Sha Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.16	Tai Tao Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.17	Tan Kwai Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 11.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.18	Wo Ping San Tsuen / Cheung Uk Tsuen / Arkadia	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 20.7 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.19	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D8 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of R, E, GIC and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 9.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 11.9 ha - A total of approx. 350 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS, road network and Residential, Educational, GIC and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR8.20	Tsing Chuen Wai / Tuen Tsz Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.21	Lam Tei / Tuen Mun San Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR8.22	Tung Yan San Tsuen	None	None Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR9 Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage
LR9.1	Lau Fau Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 15.2 ha	N/A	None	None
LR9.2	Lau Fau Shan Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of internal site roads - Construction of R, E and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.9 ha - A total of approx. 60 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Educational and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.3	Ping Ha Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D2 and associated internal roads - Construction of R, E and GIC developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 2.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.9 ha - A total of approx. 215 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Educational and GIC Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.4	Fung Kong Tsuen Road / Deep Bay Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of R, E GIC, and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 5.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 17.9 ha - A total of approx. 216 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Residential, Educational and GIC Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.5	Deep Bay Road	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.7 ha	N/A	None	None
LR9.6	Ping Ha Road / Tin Yip Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal roads - Construction of and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.9 ha - A total of approx. 81 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.7	Tseung Kong Wai	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D1 Road D4, and associated internal roads - Construction of R, GIC, OU, E, and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 8.7 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 9.7 ha - A total of approx. 291 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Industrial, Educational, GIC and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.8	Ping Ha Road / Tin Ha Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Road D2 and associated internal roads - Construction of R, E and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 5.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.1 ha - One no. potentially affected Important Tree (403-T1) - A total of approx. 801 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential, Educational and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.9	Ha Tsuen Road	- Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D1, Road D3, and associated internal roads - Construction of industrial and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 8.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 8.8 ha - A total of approx. 447 nos. of trees are impacted - One potentially affected Important Tree (224-T1)	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Industrial and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.10	Hung Tin Road / Hung Chi Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal residential, GIC, and educational roads - Construction of residential, GIC, educational and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 3.8 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.0 ha - Three nos. of potentially affected Important Trees (547-T1, 599A-T1, and 599-T1) - A total of approx. 233 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Educational, GIC and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.11	Sik Kong Wai Road / Ha Tsuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal industrial roads - Construction of I and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 2.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.3 ha - A total of approx. 241 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Industrial and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.12	SW STW / Ha Tsuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.4 ha - A total of approx. 80 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.13	San Hei Tsuen / Fui Sha Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR9.14	Hung Uk Tsuen / Kiu Hung Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated site roads - Construction of GIC developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 6.8 ha - A total of approx. 9 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and GIC Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.15	Hung Shui Kiu / Hung Shui Kiu Bus Depot	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated site access roads - Construction of R, GIC, and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 2.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.4 ha - One potentially affected Important Tree (666-T1)	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential, Government, and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.16	San Lee Uk Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction associated internal roads - Construction of GIC and Open Space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.7 ha - A total of approx. 7 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and GIC and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.17	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen / San Sang Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1 and associated site access roads - Construction of industrial and open space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 9.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 11.4 ha - Two nos. potentially affected Important Trees (640A-T1, and 640A-T2) - A total of approx. 231 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Industrial and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.18	Yick Yuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of R, C, OU, and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.2 ha - A total of approx. 102 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential, Commercial and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.19	KSWH South	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1 associated internal industrial roads - Construction of developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 0.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.0 ha - A total of approx. 30 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR9.20	Tung Yan San Tsuen	None	None Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR10 Watercourse
LR10.1	TSW River Channel	Construction - Channel enhancement measures - Development of associated infrastructure along channel	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Baseline water area is approx. 15.3 ha	High	Temporary Medium	Small
		Operation - None	Operation - None	N/A	None	Negligible
LR10.2	Hang Hau Tsuen Channel	Construction - Channel enhancement measures - Boxing and culverting of partial length of channel - Construction of associated internal site roads - Construction of R, OU, and Open Space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Permanent loss of 500 m length of channel, approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline channel area is approx. 1.3 ha	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New ELFS, road network and Residential developments replacing existing channel	Operation - Loss of channel - Replacement of existing channel with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.3	Tung Tau Tsuen Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of entire length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D2and associated internal site roads - Construction of R developments	Construction - Loss of 400 m length of nullah, approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 0.2 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Residential developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.4	Ping Ha Road Nullah	Construction - Nullah enhancement measures - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Construction of Open Space developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Loss of nullah ofapprox. 0.2 ha - Baseline nullah area is 0.8 ha approx.	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New ELFS and Open Space developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.5	Sik Kong Tsuen / Tsueng Kong Wai Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of 270 m length of nullah, approx. 0.1 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 0.3 ha - One no. potentially affected Important Tree (224-T1)	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings -
LR10.6	Sik Kong Wai / Ling To Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Road P1, Roads D5, and associated internal roads - Construction of industrial developments - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of 570 m length of nullah, approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 0.7 ha - A total of approx. 5 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS, road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.7	Yuen Tau Shan Streams & Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of entire length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal industrial roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of 360 m length of nullah, approx. 0.09 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 0.1 ha (streams have no approx. area) - A total of approx. 55 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.8	Hung Tin Road Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of 720 m length of nullah, approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 0.4 ha - A total of approx. 9 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and open space developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.9	Kiu Tau Wai Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated site roads - Construction of commercial and residential developments	Construction - Loss of 120 m length of nullah, approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline nullah area is approx. 1.1 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Commercial and Residential Developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.10	Shek Po Channel	Construction - Nullah enhancement measures - Development of associated infrastructure along nullah	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Baseline water area is approx. 4.0 ha	High	Temporary, Medium	Small
		Operation - Development of infrastructure along nullah	Operation Enhancement to existing nullah	N/A	None	Negligible
LR10.11	Tin Sam Channel	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of channel - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of C, R, and Open Space developments	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Realignment of 440 m section of channel - Loss of 610 m length of channel, approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline water area isapprox. 2.6 ha	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Open Space Developments replacing existing channel	Operation - Realignment of channel - Loss of channel - Replacement of existing channel with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.12	San Sang San Tsuen Channel	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of channel - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of C, R, and Open Space developments	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape by construction activities - Realignment of 230 m section of channel - Loss of 900 m length of channel, approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline water area is approx. 0.5 ha	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Open Space Developments replacing existing channel	Operation - Loss of channel - Replacement of existing channel with infrastructure and buildings
LR10.13	Yick Yuen Tsuen / Tsing Chuen Wai Nullah	Construction - Boxing and culverting of partial length of nullah - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D8 and associated internal roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of GIC, OU, R, and Open Space developments	Construction - Loss of 400 m length of nullah, approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline water area is approx. 1.2 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Open Space Developments replacing existing nullah	Operation - Loss of nullah - Replacement of existing nullah with infrastructure and buildings
LR11 Vegetation within Urban Parks
LR11.1-11.5	Vegetation within Urban Parks	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 11.8 ha	N/A	None	None
LR12 Vegetation on Modified Slopes
LR12.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D1 and associated internal roads - Construction of E, GIC and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.0 ha - A total of approx. 79 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Educational, GIC, and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR12.2	Ha Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1, Road D1, and associated internal roads - Construction of industrial developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 6.0 ha - A total of approx. 122 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Loss of vegetation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR12.3	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road P1 and associated internal industrial roads - Construction of I developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.2 ha - A total of approx. 125 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Industrial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR12.4	Ma Shan	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed fresh water service reservoir# - Construction of access roads	Construction - Loss of vegetation and hillside areas of approx. 1.0 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 20.5 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Negligible
		Operation New service reservoir replacing existing vegetation and hillsides	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR13 Vegetation along TSW Promenade
LR13.0	Vegetation along TSW Promenade	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx.4.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR14 Roadside Vegetation
LR14.1	Deep Bay Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal site roads - Construction of C and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.1 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.1 ha. - A total of approx. 17 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Negligible
		Operation - New road network and Commercial Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.2	Tin Shui Road	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 3.8 ha	N/A	None	None
LR14.3	Tin Ying Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D2, upgrade of Tin Wah Road, and construction of internal site roads - Construction of noise barriers/enclosures - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of C, R and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 8.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 12.9 ha - A total of approx. 2717 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Commercial, Residential and OU developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.4	Lau Fau Shan Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed EFTS	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.9 ha - A total of approx. 52 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS development replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.5	Ping Shan	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal commercial and residential roads - Construction of commercial, residential and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.3 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.5 ha - A total of approx. 103 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network and Commercial, Residential and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.6	Ping Ha Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas` - Construction of Road D2 and associated internal site access roads - Construction of noise barriers/enclosures - Construction of C, R, E and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 2.7 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.1 ha - A total of approx. 362 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Commercial, Residential, Educational and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.7	Hung Tin Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the proposed EFT	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.0 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.3 ha - A total of approx. 241 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS network replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.8	Tin Ha Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D5 and associated site access roads - Construction of Residential and open space developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.4 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.2 ha - A total of approx. 45 nos. of trees are impacted	High	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New road network, residential, and Open Space Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.9	Ha Tsuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D5 and associated internal roads - Construction of OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 0.9 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.9 ha - A total of approx. 149 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and Industrial OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.10	Castle Peak Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal access roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of R, GIC, and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 5.1 ha - One no. potentially affected Important Tree (1077-T1) - A total of approx. 86 nos. of trees are impacted	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, GIC, and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.11	Yuen Long Highway	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 6.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR14.12	HSK Tin Sam Road / Hung Yuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of associated internal access roads - Construction of R, GIC, E, and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 1.8 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.7 ha - A total of approx. 437 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New road network and Residential, GIC, Educational, and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.13	Yick Yuen Road	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of Road D6 and associated internal access roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS - Construction of commercial, residential, GIC, and OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.2 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.2 ha - One no. potentially affected Important Tree (955-T1) - A total of approx. 19 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Commercial, GIC, and OU Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR14.14	KSWH	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 2.0 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15 Waterbodies
LR15.1	Lau Fau Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.2	Sha Kong Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.4	Ping Shan	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.8 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.5	Sik Kong Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.6	Tseung Kong Wai	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Road D1 - Construction of GIC developments	Construction - Loss of water area ofapprox. 0.2 ha - Baseline water area isapprox. 0.2 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New road network and GIC replacing existing water body	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR15.7	Deep Bay Road	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 1.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.8	Kiu Tau Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.9	Fui Sha Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.4 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.10	Ling To	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.11	Tuen Tsz Wai	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LR15.12	San Sang San Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Sewage Pumping Station Site 3-41 - Construction of GIC developments	Construction - Loss of water area ofapprox. 0.3 ha - Baseline water area isapprox. 0.3 ha	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation New sewage pumping station and GIC replacing existing water body	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LR16 Mangrove
LR16.0	Mangrove	Construction - Run-off from site clearance works - Run-off from construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Run-off from construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial and residential roads - Run-off from construction of residential, commercial, GIC and industrial developments - Run-off from implementation of the proposed Open Space Framework	Construction - Temporary disturbance to existing landscape resource by construction activities - Baseline area coverage is approx. 11.1 ha	Low	Temporary, Medium-term	Small
		Operation - None	Operation - None	Low	None	Negligible
LR17 Marsh
LR17.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.9 ha	N/A	None	None
LR17.2	Fung Kong Tsuen	Construction - Site clearance works - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of local roads and associated site access roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS; - Construction of OU developments	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 0.6 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 0.6 ha - A total of approx. 26 nos. of trees are impacted	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation New EFTS and road network and OU developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
Landscape Character Areas
LCA1	Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape	Construction - Site clearance works - Presence of construction equipment - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial and residential roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS; - Construction of residential, commercial, GIC and industrial developments - Night lighting	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 367.5 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 728.3 ha. - Change of landscape quality	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Intermediate
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Mixed Use Developments replacing existing vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LCA2	Miscellaneous Urban Fringe Landscape	Construction - Site clearance works - Presence of construction equipment - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal residential roads - Construction of the proposed EFTS; - Construction of residential, commercial, GIC and educational developments - Night lighting	Construction - Loss of vegetation of approx. 130.0 ha - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 165 ha. - Change of landscape quality	Low	Permanent, Irreversible	Large
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Residential, Commercial, and Mixed Use Developments replacing existing developments and vegetation	Operation - Residual impacts from loss of existing vegetation due to the replacement with infrastructure and/or buildings
LCA3	Residential Urban Landscape	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 138.6 ha	N/A	None	None
LCA4	Upland and Hillside Landscape	Construction - Site clearance works - Presence of construction equipment - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal industrial, OU and GIC roads - Construction of GIC, OU, and industrial developments - Night lighting	Construction. - Loss of vegetation of approx. 19.0 ha - Construction within LCA4 alters perception of landscape quality and visual amenity of LCA4 - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 334 ha	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Small
		Operation - New EFTS and road network and Industrial, GIC, OU replacing existing developments and vegetation	Operation - Presence of the Project alters perception of landscape quality and visual amenity of LCA4
LCA5	Settled Valley Landscape	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 10.1 ha	N/A	None	None
LCA6	Rural Coastal Plane Landscape	Construction - Site clearance works - Presence of construction equipment - Construction of the temporary structures and working areas - Construction of the Roads P1 and Roads D1 ¡V D7 and associated internal residential roads - Construction of residential developments - Night lighting	Construction - Loss of vegetation ofapprox. 0.6 ha - Construction within LCA6 alters perception of landscape quality and visual amenity of LCA6 - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 123.4 ha	Medium	Permanent, Irreversible	Negligible
		Operation - New road network and Residential Developments replacing developments and existing vegetation	Operation - Presence of the Project alters perception of landscape quality and visual amenity of LCA6
LCA7	Park Urban Landscape	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 4.3 ha	N/A	None	None
LCA8	Inter-tidal Coast Landscape	None	None - Baseline vegetation coverage is approx. 73.0 ha	N/A	None	None

11.10 Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures in Construction and Operation Phases

11.10.1 The proposed landscape and visual mitigation measures for potential impacts generated during the construction and operation phases are described below in Tables 11.8 and 11.9, together with the associated funding, implementation, management and maintenance agencies.

Table 11.8 Proposed Construction Phase Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures

ID No.	Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures	Funding Agency	Implementation Agency**
CM1	Minimised construction area and contractor¡¦s temporary works areas The construction area and contractor¡¦s temporary works areas should be minimised. General Good Practice Measures - For areas unavoidably disturbed by the Project on a short-term basis e.g. works areas, the general principle to try and restore these to their former state to suit future land use, should be adhered to.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM2	Stripping and storing of topsoil Topsoil, where identified, should be stripped and stored for re-use in the construction of the soft landscape works, where practical. The Contract Specification shall include storage and reuse of topsoil as appropriate. On potentially contaminated sites (as per Section 8) where investigation results indicate soil contamination is present, the use of contaminated soils for planting is to be avoided where appropriate.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM3	Protection of existing trees Tree Protection & Preservation ¡V Existing trees to be retained within the Project area should be carefully protected during construction. Detailed Tree Protection Specification shall be provided in the Contract Specification. Under this specification, the Contractor shall be required to submit, for approval, a detailed working method statement for the protection of trees prior to undertaking any works adjacent to all retained trees, including trees in Contractor¡¦s works areas. A detailed tree survey will be carried out for the Tree Removal Application (TRA) process which will be carried out at the later detailed design stage of the Project. The detailed tree survey will propose which trees should be retained, transplanted or felled and will include details of tree protection measures for those trees to be retained.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM4	Transplantation of existing trees where practical Trees unavoidably affected by the Project works should be transplanted where practical. Trees should be transplanted straight to their final receptor site and not held in a temporary nursery as far as possible. A detailed Tree Transplanting Specification shall be provided in the Contract Specification, where applicable. Sufficient time for necessary tree root and crown preparation periods shall be allowed in the Project programme. A detailed transplanting proposal will be submitted to relevant Government departments for approval in accordance with DEVB TCW Nos 6/2015 and 7/2015 and final locations of transplanted trees should be agreed prior to commencement of the work. For trees associated with highways e.g. roadside planting along highways, that are unavoidably affected and should be transplanted, HyD HQ/GN/13 ¡¥Interim Guidelines for Tree Transplanting Works under Highways Department's Vegetation Maintenance Ambit¡¦ should be referred to.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM5	Control of night-time lighting Control of night-time lighting and glare by hooding all lights. Construction day and night time lighting should be controlled to minimise glare impact to adjacent VSRs during the construction phase.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM6	Construction of decorative hoarding around construction works Erection of decorative mesh screens or construction hoardings around works areas in visually unobtrusive colours. Screen hoarding shall be erected along areas of the construction works site boundary where the works site borders publically accessible routes and/or is close to VSRs. It is proposed that the screening be compatible with the surrounding environment and where possible, non-reflective, recessive colours be used.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM7	Reduction of construction period to practical minimum Options to reduce the construction period to practical minimum to be provided.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM8	Prevention of run-off Limitation of / Ensuring no run-off into surrounding landscape and prohibit run-off from entering adjacent water bodies and waterways	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM9	Phasing of construction stage Phasing of the construction stage to reduce visual impacts.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM10	Advance screen planting Advance screen planting of fast growing tree and shrub species to noise barriers and hoardings. Trees shall be capable of reaching a height >10m within 10 years.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM11	Minimise disturbance footprints To minimise landscape and visual impacts, the footprint and elevation of such elements should be optimised to reduce topographical/ landform changes, as well as reduce land take and interference with natural terrain. Where there is a need to significantly cut into the existing landform, retaining walls should be considered as well as cut slopes, to minimise landform changes and land resumption, while also considering visual amenity. Earthworks and engineered slopes should be designed to be a visually interesting landform, compatible with the surrounding landscape and to mimic the natural contouring and terrain e.g. introduction and continuation of natural features such as spurs and ridges where appropriate, to support assimilation with the hillside setting.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM12	Protection of existing water courses For all the natural rivers and streams inside the development area, consideration of protection measures should be made to minimise any impacts from the construction works. Avoid affecting watercourses ¡V In the detailed design, consideration should be made of watercourses, to minimise any impacts e.g. at new bridge crossings, viaducts, road alignment etc. Guidelines stated should be followed. Bridges and box culverts should also be used to minimise the necessity of watercourse modification and protect the watercourses where necessary.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM13	Hydroseeding on modified slopes Hydroseeding of modified slopes should be done as soon as grading works are completed to prevent erosion and subsequent loss of landscape resources and character. Woodland tree seedlings and/ or shrubs should be planted where slope gradient and site conditions allow. In addition, landscape planting should be provided for the retaining structures associated with modified slopes where conditions allow. All slope landscaping works should comply with GEO Publication No. 1/2011-Technical Guidelines on Landscape Treatment for Slopes.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)
CM14	Integrate Open Space Network with existing nullah conditions For watercourses affected during construction, measures should be sought to minimise the impact with respect to the existing nullah conditions, existing shrubs and trees along the banks. Where natural streams are unavoidably affected along some of their length, they can be diverted to avoid the proposed new developments and retain the integrity of the whole stream. Detailed design of any stream diversion should follow the Guidelines in ETWB Technical Circular (Works) No. 5/2005 (Protection of natural streams/rivers from adverse impacts arising from construction works) and appropriate construction methods should be used.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)

* Management and Maintenance Agencies are identified as per current practices across the overall territory of Hong Kong, and as per DEVB TCW No. 6/2015

**CEDD will only be responsible for construction of the site formation and essential infrastructure

Table 11.9 Proposed Operation Phase Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures

ID No.	Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures	Funding Agency	Implementation Agency**	Management Agency*	Maintenance Agency*
OM1	Compensatory tree planting where practical Compensatory Planting ¡V Compensatory tree planting for felled trees shall be provided to the satisfaction of relevant Government departments. Required numbers and locations of compensatory trees shall be determined and agreed separately with Government during the Tree Removal Application process under ETWBTC 7/2015. Compensatory planting is proposed at the potential open areas such as open spaces, amenity areas, open areas of the streetscapes, as well as the open areas within development lots. Tree compensation within the HSK NDA will be provided at a 1:1 ratio. This means that for every tree that is removed, a new one will be planted. Furthermore, trees affected by DPs will be compensated within their respective DP areas.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	LCSD	LCSD / MTRC
OM2	Sensitive design of above-ground structures All above-ground structures, including Sewage Pumping Stations, Electrical Sub-Stations, EFLS Stations, Emergency and Firemen¡¦s¡¦ Accesses, etc. shall be sensitively designed in a manner that responds to the existing and planned urban context. The footprint and massing of development components and the works area should also be kept to a practical minimum and the detailed design of development components for construction phase should follow the Sustainable Building Design Guidelines. The form, textures, finishes and colours of the proposed development components should aim to be compatible with the existing surroundings. To improve visual amenity designs should be aesthetically pleasing and treatment of structures also improve visual amenity.	CEDD / MTR / EFTS Operator	CEDD / MTR / EFTS Operator	MTR / EFTS Operator	MTR / EFTS Operator
OM3	Sensitive design of hardscape elements along roadsides Streetscape elements along new and existing roads (e.g. paving, signage, street furniture, lighting etc.) shall be sensitively designed in a manner that responds to the existing and planned urban context.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	HyD	HyD
OM4	Reinstatement of streetscape elements All streetscape areas and hard and soft landscape areas disturbed during construction shall be reinstated to equal or better quality, to the satisfaction of the relevant Government departments.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	HyD	HyD
OM5	Visual softening via soft landscape elements Attractive soft landscape in areas adjoining Sewage Pumping Stations, Electrical Sub-Stations, EFTS Stations, Emergency and Firemen¡¦s¡¦ Accesses, etc. (taking into account the necessary setbacks) so as to provide a visual softening and greening effect (e.g. provision of tree / shrub / climber planting).	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	LCSD	LCSD
OM6	Quality greening along roadside amenity strips Shade trees, ornamental tree / shrub / climber planting should be provided along roadside amenity strips to enhance the townscape quality. Provision of utility free planting strips for quality planting shall be adopted according to DEVB TCW 2/2012.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	LCSD	LCSD
OM7	Design of street lighting Appropriate design of street lighting to avoid glare and light pollution to surrounding areas.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	HyD	HyD
OM8	Sensitive and chromatic treatment of architectural facades Elegant architectural and engineering design, sensitive architectural and chromatic treatment for building facades. The form, textures, finishes and colours of the proposed development components should aim to be compatible with the existing surroundings. To improve visual amenity designs should be aesthetically pleasing and treatment of structures also improve visual amenity. For example, natural building materials such as stone and timber, should be considered for architectural features, and light earthy tone colours such as shades of green, shades of grey, shades of brown and off-white should also be considered to reduce the visibility of the development components.	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer
OM9	Sensitive design of landscape areas Elegant, sensitive design and generous planting of the associated landscape areas. Open Space Provision - the principles adopted in the RODP planning ensure that public open space systems are incorporated. All requirements for open space areas stipulated in the planning documents for the formulation of the Preliminary Layout Plan should be adhered to.	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer
OM10	Sensitive design of noise barriers and enclosures The visual impact of noise barriers & enclosures will be mitigated by appropriate detailed design, including suitable combination of transparent and sound absorbent materials, appropriate colour selection of panels and supporting structures, or provision of at-grade planting of trees, shrubs and/or climbers camouflage to the barriers, as well as design of supporting structures to incorporate a high level of quality and aesthetics. A combination of transparent panels at top and solid panels at bottom would lighten the visual impact, and at the same time maintain the attractiveness by using colourful panels. (refer Figure 11.64)	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	HyD	HyD
OM11	Tree planting to site boundaries Tree planting screens along appropriate site boundaries	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	LCSD	LCSD
OM12	Night time lighting Control of lighting glare. A balance between lighting for safety, and avoiding excessive lighting can be achieved through consideration of the following: the type of lamp (light source) used; use of directional lighting to avoid light spill into sensitive areas; height of the lighting column can affect the amount/extent of glare; and control/timing of lighting periods of some facilities, particularly those close to sites of conservation importance.	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer	ArchSD, Housing Department, Private Developer
OM13	Green roofs and vertical greening Green roofs and vertical greening provision of green roofs and vertical greening where feasible and appropriate to mitigate visual impacts of buildings and structures	Initiating Government Department, Private Developer	Initiating Government Department, Private Developer	Initiating Government Department, Private Developer	Initiating Government Department, Private Developer
OM14	Greening of viaduct structures and noise barriers Aesthetic improvement of viaduct structures and noise barriers through greening of structure where feasible and appropriate to mitigate visual impact of viaduct/noise barrier form.	CEDD	CEDD (via Contractor)	HyD	HyD

*Management and Maintenance Agencies are identified as per DEVB TCW No. 6/2015. Agreement from individual agent shall be sought at the detailed design stage before commencement of the contract.

**CEDD will only be responsible for construction of the site formation and essential infrastructure

Note: The Contractor shall be responsible for the maintenance of the soft landscape works during the establishment period at operation phase. The project proponent shall then be responsible for the management and maintenance of the soft landscape work until such time those are successfully handed over to the designated agent/department.

Programme of Implementation of Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures

11.10.2 The construction phase measures listed above shall be adopted from the commencement of construction and shall be in place throughout the entire construction period. The operation phase measures listed above shall be adopted during the detailed design, and be built as part of the construction works so that they are in place at the date of commissioning of the Project. However, it should be noted that the full effect of the soft landscape mitigation measures would not be appreciated for several years.

11.10.3 Consideration of alternative design options that would avoid or reduce the landscape and visual impacts or make the Project more compatible with the setting shall be given before adopting other mitigation measures to alleviate the impacts.

11.11 Prediction of Significance of Landscape Impacts

11.11.1 The potential significance of the landscape impacts during the construction and operation phases, before and after mitigation, are provided below in Table 11.10. This assessment follows the methodology outlined in Section 11.7 above and assumes that the appropriate mitigation measures identified in Tables 11.8 and 11.9 will be implemented, and that the full effect of the soft landscape mitigation measures will be realised after ten years. Photomontages of the proposed development before and after mitigation are illustrated in Figures 11.12a to 11.17b inclusive. The locations of the viewpoints are indicated in Figures 11.7 and 11.7a and have been agreed by the Planning department.

Table 11.10 Significance of Landscape Impacts in Construction and Operation Phases

ID No.	Landscape Resources / Landscape Character	Sensitivity (Low, Medium, High)		Magnitude of Change (None, Negligible, Small, Intermediate, Large)*				Impact Significance BEFORE Mitigation (None, Insubstantial, Slight, Moderate, Substantial)				Recommended Mitigation Measures		Residual Impact Significance AFTER Mitigation (None, Insubstantial, Slight, Moderate, Substantial)
														Construction	Operation
				Construction		Operation		Construction		Operation					DAY 1	YEAR 10
LR1 Coastal Waters & Mudflats
LR1.0	Coastal Waters & Mudflats	High		Small		Negligible		Slight		Insubstantial		CM8, 12, 14		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LR2 Hillside Woodland
2.1	Lau Fau Shan	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
2.2	Ngau Hom	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
2.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
2.4	Ngau Hom Shek	High		Small		Small		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
2.5	Ping Shan	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
2.6	Tung Tau Tsuen	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
2.7	Ha Tsuen Road	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
2.8	Ha Tsuen	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Slight
2.9	Yuen Tau Tsuen	High		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-14		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
2.10	Hung Uk Tsuen	High		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
2.11	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	High		Intermediate		Intermediate		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-14		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
2.12	San Sang Tsuen	High		Intermediate		Intermediate		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
2.13	Ma Shan	High		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LR3 Hillside Shrub & Grassland
3.1	Ngau Hom	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
3.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
3.3	Ngau Hom Shek	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
3.4	San Sang Tsuen	High		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
3.5	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
3.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
3.7	Ma Shan	High		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LR4 Low-lying Woodland/ Plantation
4.1	Ting Ying Road & Tin Wah Road	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
4.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
4.3	Ting Ying Road & Ping Ha Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
4.4	Tong Fong Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
4.5	Ping Pak Lane & Ping Kwai Road	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
4.6	Hung Uk Tsuen	High		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
4.7	Fui Sha Wai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
4.8	San Sang San Tsuen	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
4.9	Tai Tao Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
4.10	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
4.11	Tin Sam	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
4.12	Powerline Pylon	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
4.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR5 Low-lying Shrub & Grassland
5.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.2	Sha Kong Wai Tsai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.3	Fung Kong Tsuen	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
5.4	Ping Shan	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.5	San Wai	High		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
5.6	San Lee Uk Tsuen	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Moderate	Moderate
5.7	San Sang Tsuen	Low		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Slight	Slight
5.8	Chung Uk Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.9	Yick Yuen Tsuen	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
5.10	Tuen Mun San Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.11	Tsing Chuen Wai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
5.12	Tung Yan San Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR6 Vegetation on Agricultural Land
6.1	Sha Kong Wai	Low	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
6.2	Hang Hau Tsuen	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
6.3	Ha Tsuen	Low	Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight		Slight	Insubstantial
6.4	Fui Sha Wai	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
6.5	Shek Po Tsuen	Low	Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate		Moderate	Slight
6.6	San Sang San Tsuen	High	Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial		Substantial	Substantial
6.7	Ling To	High	Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight		Slight	Insubstantial
6.8	HSK Tin Sam Road & Hung Yuen Road	High	Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial		Substantial	Substantial
6.9	Wo Ping San Tsuen & Nai Wai	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
6.10	Tin Sam	Medium	Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Substantial		Substantial	Substantial
6.11	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Low	Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate		Moderate	Slight
6.12	Tsing Chuen Wai & Tuen Tsz Wai	Low	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
6.13	Shan Ha Tsuen	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
LR7 Vegetation within Residential Developments
7.1	Developments in TSW	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
7.2	Developments along Castle Peak Road	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
7.3	Meadowlands	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
7.4	Parkview Garden	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
7.5	The Sherwood	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR8 Vegetation within Rural Village
8.1	Fu Tso Tsuen / San Hing Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.2	San Hing Tsuen/ Ngau Hom / Sha Kong Wai	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.3	Lau Fau Shan	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.4	Deep Bay Coast	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.5	Sik Kong Tsuen/ Hong Mei Tsuen/ Tseung Kong Wai	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.6	Sik Kong Wai / San Uk Tsuen / Ha Tsuen Shi	Medium		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
8.7	Sheung Cheung Wai / Hang Tau Tsuen / Hang Mei Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.8	Sha Chau Lei	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
8.9	Hang Mei Tsuen / Tong Fong Tsuen / Hung Uk Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.10	Shek Po Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.11	San Sang Tsuen	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
8.12	San Lee Uk Tsuen / Tin Sam	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
8.13	Hung Shui Kiu	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.14	Tin Sam	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
8.15	Fui Sha Wai	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.16	Tai Tao Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.17	Tan Kwai Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.18	Wo Ping San Tsuen / Cheung Uk Tsuen / Arkadia	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.19	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
8.20	Tsing Chuen Wai / Tuen Tsz Wai	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.21	Fuk Hang Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
8.22	Tung Yan San Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR9 Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage
9.1	Lau Fau Shan	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
9.2	Lau Fau Shan Road	Low		Intermediate		Intermediate		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
9.3	Ping Ha Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.4	Fung Kong Tsuen Road / Deep Bay Road	Low		Intermediate		Intermediate		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
9.5	Deep Bay Road	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
9.6	Ping Ha Road / Tin Yip Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Slight	Slight
9.7	Tseung Kong Wai	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.8	Ping Ha Road / Tin Ha Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.9	Ha Tsuen Road	Medium		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.10	Hung Tin Road / Hung Chi Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
9.11	Sik Kong Wai Road / Ha Tsuen Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.12	SW STW / Ha Tsuen Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.13	San Hei Tsuen / Fui Sha Wai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
9.14	Hung Uk Tsuen / Kiu Hung Road	Low		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
9.15	Hung Shui Kiu / Hung Shui Kiu Bus Depot	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.16	San Lee Uk Tsuen	Low		Intermediate		Intermediate		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
9.17	Kau Lee Uk Tsuen / San Sang Tsuen	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.18	Yick Yuen Road	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
9.19	KSWH South	Low		Intermediate		Intermediate		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
9.20	Tung Yan San Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR10 Watercourse
10.1	TSW River Channel	High		Small		Negligible		Moderate		Negligible		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.2	Hang Hau Tsuen Channel	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.3	Tung Tau Tsuen Nullah	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.4	Ping Ha Road Nullah	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Slight
10.5	Sik Kong Tsuen / Tseung Kong Wai Nullah	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
10.6	Sik Kong Wai / Ling To Nullah	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-14		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.7	Yuen Tau Shan Streams	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Slight
10.8	Hung Tin Road Nullah	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.9	Kiu Tau Wai Nullah	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
10.10	Shek Po Channel	Medium		Small		Negligible		Moderate		Negligible		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Slight	Slight
10.11	Tin Sam Channel	High		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
10.12	San Sang San Tsuen Channel	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
10.13	Yick Yuen Tsuen / Tsing Chuen Wai Nullah	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
LR11 Vegetation within Urban Parks
11.1	Parks in TSW	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
11.2	Ping Ha Road Garden	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
11.3	Ping Pak Lane Park	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
11.4	Tin Ha Road Playground	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
11.5	Nai Wai Soccer Pitch / Fuk Hang Tsuen Road Garden	Medium	None		None		None		None		Not Required		None		None	None
LR12 Vegetation on Modified Slopes
12.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	Low		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
12.2	Ha Tsuen	Low		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
12.3	Yick Yuen Tsuen	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
12.4	Ma Shan	Medium		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LR13 Vegetation along TSW Promenade
13.0	Vegetation along TSW Promenade	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR14 Roadside Vegetation
14.1	Deep Bay Road	Medium		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
14.2	Tin Shui Road	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
14.3	Tin Ying Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
14.4	Lau Fau Shan Road	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
14.5	Ping Shan	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Insubstantial
14.6	Ping Ha road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
14.7	Hung Tin Road	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
14.8	Tin Ha Road	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-11,13, OM1-13		Slight	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
14.9	Ha Tsuen Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
14.10	Castle Peak Road	Medium		Small		Small		Slight		Slight		CM1-14, OM1-13		Slight	Slight	Slight
14.11	Yuen Long Highway	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
14.12	HSK Tin Sam Road / Hung Yuen Road	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
14.13	Yick Yuen Road	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
14.14	KSWH	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LR15 Waterbodies
15.1	Lau Fau Shan	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.2	Sha Kong Tsuen	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.3	Hang Hau Tsuen	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.4	Ping Shan	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.5	Sik Kong Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.6	Tseung Kong Wai	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
15.7	Deep Bay Road	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.8	Kiu Tau Wai	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.9	Fui Sha Wai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.10	Ling To	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.11	Tuen Tsz Wai	Low		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
15.12	San Sang San Tsuen	Low		Large		Large		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-13		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
LR16 Mangrove
16.0	Mangrove	High		Small		Negligible		Slight		Insubstantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LR17 Marsh
17.1	Hang Hau Tsuen	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
17.2	Fung Kong Tsuen	High		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Moderate	Moderate
Landscape Character Areas
LCA1	Miscellaneous Rural Fringe Landscape	Medium		Intermediate		Intermediate		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-14		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
LCA2	Miscellaneous Urban Fringe Landscape	Medium		Large		Large		Substantial		Substantial		CM1-14, OM1-13		Substantial	Substantial	Moderate
LCA3	Residential Urban Landscape	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LCA4	Upland and Hillside Landscape	High		Small		Small		Moderate		Moderate		CM1-14, OM1-14		Moderate	Moderate	Slight
LCA5	Settled Valley Landscape	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LCA6	Rural Coastal Plane Landscape	High		Negligible		Negligible		Insubstantial		Insubstantial		Not required		Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
LCA7	Park Urban Landscape	Medium		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None
LCA8	Inter-tidal Coast Landscape	High		None		None		None		None		Not Required		None	None	None

11.12 Visual Impact Assessment

Zone of Visual Influence (ZVI)

11.12.1 Although the proposed Project area is larger than that in the previous NWNT Study, the Zone of Visual Influence is largely the same as the surrounding topography and urban areas of TSW, Yuen Long and Tuen Mun define it. The ridge and valley landform creates dominant view corridors along the flat valley floor to and from Yuen Long, Tuen Mun and the coast at Deep Bay.

11.12.2 The ZVI is defined by the existing topography and urban context (refer to Figure 11.7 and 11.7a). The ZVI extends west to the Castle Peak ridgeline and follows the ridgeline 7 km south to Tuen Mun. Due to the highly development context of Tuen Mun the ZVI is restricted by the developments located in the north of Tuen Mun. Directly south of the Project the ZVI south into the Tai Lam Country Park and is defined by the ridgeline of Tai Lam Country Park. The flat plane of Yuen Long east of the Project allows for large visual openness. The ZVI extends east into the rural villages of Yuen Long and is confined by the ridgeline of Tai Lam Country Park and surrounding hillsides. The highly developed context of Yuen Long obstructs the ZVI from extending into Kam Tin due to the high-rise and high-density developments within Yuen Long. Due to the flat, lowland nature of the north west New Territories the ZVI extends northeast to Deep Bay, however the residential developments located in west TSW obstructs the ZVI to the north west of the Project area.

Baseline Visual Conditions

11.12.3 For the purpose of this assessment, baseline visual conditions are considered to be dissociable from baseline landscape conditions, which largely constitute the elements within view. As such, the visual outlook is understood to be shaped by the combined composition of all the visual elements which come into sight of the viewers for the entire HSK NDA development. Refer to Section 2.3 of Chapter 2 for further details regarding baseline conditions.

11.12.4 To frame the discussion of baseline visual conditions below, elements that fall within view are classified into key positive visual elements and key negative visual elements.

11.12.5 Key positive elements include the visual backdrop of the surrounding vegetated woodland hillsides and ridgelines to the western and northern boundaries of the Project, as well as pockets of vegetation within the Project associated with rural agriculture and villages, and the channels and nullahs which cross the Project to the eastern TSW Promenade. Negative visual elements such as the scattered arrangement of light industrial sheds and storage yards associated with brownfield temporary storage facilities dominate large areas of the northern Project area. All key visual elements, including any major physical structures, visual resources or attractors/detractors have been identified and are listed below. Further details on the baseline conditions can be found under Section 2.3 of Chapter 2.

Key Positive Visual Elements

¡P TSW River Channel, Tim Sam Channel, and Shek Po Channel

¡P Ridgelines of Yuen Tau Shan, Tai Lam Country Park, and along the northern boundary of Project

¡P Several vegetated woodland hillsides rising above the valley bottom

¡P TSW Promenade and associated vegetation

¡P Vegetation associated with rural agriculture and village areas

¡P Ling To Temple and nearby valley environment

¡P Key Negative Visual Elements

¡P Scattered, haphazard areas of light industrial sheds, buildings, and storage yards

¡P Haphazard placement of port back up storage yards

¡P Presence of and traffic along the KSWH, Yuen Long Highway, and Castle Peak Road

Visually Sensitive Receivers (VSRs)

11.12.6 Within the ZVI for the construction and operation phases, Figure 11.7 and Figure 11.7a, respectively, a number of key VSRs have been identified. These VSRs are mapped in Figures 11.8 to 11.11. They are listed, together with their sensitivity, in Table 11.11. For ease of reference, each VSR is given an identity number, which is used in the text tables and figures.

11.12.7 VSRs have been selected considering locations that are either particularly visually sensitive (see below regarding the ¡¥Type¡¦ of VSR) or indicative of the visual impact for a number of locations that have been identified as VSRs and selecting the best representative area i.e. one VSR might represent a number of viewers in different high rise flats in a similar area and at a similar distance to the development. Existing vegetation, buildings and housing orientation and any other factors blocking views towards the proposed Project have been assessed during site visits and the selected VSRs are considered to represent the full range of viewers within the ZVI and include those that would potentially be worst affected by the Project.

11.12.8 Having selected the VSRs, their sensitivity is quantitatively and qualitatively assessed, influenced by a number of factors including the following:

¡P Type of VSR: VSRs are categorised according to whether the viewer is at home, at work or school, at play or leisure, or travelling. (Ranked by the major VSR types, as described below)

- Residential VSRs ¡V These VSRs are people living in the area and who view the proposed Project from their homes. They are considered the most sensitive VSRs due to the character of the view from their homes having a substantial effect on their perception of quality and acceptability of their home environment and general quality of life.

- Occupational VSRs ¡V These VSRs are people working or in education in the area, who view the proposed Project from their workplace or education centre. Visual amenity is in general not considered a top priority within the average workplace and these VSRs are considered to be relatively less sensitive than residential VSRs as their view will have a less important, although still material, effect on their perception of quality of life. The degree to which this applies to workers depends on whether their location is industrial, retail or commercial. The VSRs in industrial areas, such as factories, are generally considered to be the least sensitive, due to the relatively low quality of their existing view in an industrial area.

- Recreational VSRs ¡V These VSRs are people engaging in recreational activities such as hikers on established trails and footpaths, people participating in team sports at recreation grounds or at leisure. Sensitivity of these VSRs depends on duration of stay, nature of the activity and how enclosed the location is.

- Travelling VSRs ¡V These VSRs are people travelling on public roads and railways, both in public and private vehicles and on foot. They have varying sensitivity depending on the speed, nature and frequency of travel, but are generally considered to be transitory to the area with less regard for the surrounding views and with low sensitivity.

¡P Number of individuals (Ranked as very many, many, few or very few)

Higher number of individuals within a VSR contributes to an increase in the level of sensitivity for that VSR

¡P Quality of existing view (Ranked as good, fair or poor)

Good quality existing views contribute to an increase in the levels of sensitivity for that VSR, while poor quality views contribute to a decrease

¡P Availability of alternative views (Ranked as yes or no)

The absence of alternative views contributes to an increase in sensitivity for the respective VSR as the importance of the existing view is heightened

¡P Degree of visibility / distance between VSR & nearest source(s) of Impact (Ranked as full, partial or obscured)

VSRs with full views have a greater exposure than partial and obscured views, and this contributes to an increased level of sensitivity, as does the VSR¡¦s proximity to the nearest source of impact

¡P Duration of view (Ranked temporary or permanent)

VSRs with permanent duration of views have a longer exposure than those with a temporary duration, contributing to an increased level of sensitivity

¡P Frequency of view (Ranked intermittent or continuous)

¡P VSRs with a continuous frequency of views have a higher awareness than those with an intermittent duration, contributing to an increased level of sensitivity

11.12.9 While the type of the VSR (Residential, Recreational, Occupational, Travelling) is important, the factors outlined in Section 11.12.8 are also equally weighted when assigning a sensitivity rating. VSRs and their sensitivity can be broadly categorised as follows:

High: The VSR is highly sensitive to any change in the viewing experience (e.g. residential, recreational and travelling VSRs where the principle view is of the development site, formalised public viewpoints or the landscape);

Medium: The VSR is moderately sensitive to any change in the viewing experience (e.g. residential, recreational, occupational and travelling VSRs where the secondary view is of the development); and

Low: The VSR is slightly sensitive to any change in the viewing experience (e.g. VSRs travelling through the landscape, residential and recreational VSRs who are far away, and occupational VSRs for whom the view does not significantly impact the experience of place).

11.12.10 The main residential VSRs include the existing villages within the proposed Project area, residents on TSW, Yuen Long and Tuen Mun and the surrounding urban areas which due to their high-rise content have elevated views down and across the valley. TSW has developed considerably since the NWNT Study with high rise development infill all the way along the western edge facing the Project area, Therefore additional VSRs have been identified seen the NWNT Study. The sensitivity of residential VSRs are classed as high due to their stationary viewpoint and continuous view. These residents will experience a high magnitude of change with the development of the Project. VSRs are mapped in Figures 11.8 to 11.11.

Table 11.11 Sensitivity of VSRs

VSR ID	Key VSR	Number of Individuals (Very Few, Few, Many, Very Many)	Quality of Existing View (Good, Fair, Poor)	Availability of Alternative Views (Yes / No)	Duration and Frequency of Views to Source(s) of Impact (Temporary/Permanent & Intermittent/Continuous)		Degree of Visibility of Source(s) of Visual Impact (Full, Partial, Obscured) & Distance Between VSR & Nearest Source(s) of Impact		Sensitivity of the VSR (High/ Medium/Low)
					Construction	Operation	Construction	Operation
RES-1	Residents in West TSW (Tin Yan Estate, Tin Wah Estate, Tin Shui Estate, Tin Oi Court, Locwood Court, Tin Shing Court, Tin Yiu Estate, Tin Tsz Estate, Sherwood Court)	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~150 m	Full, ~500 m	High
RES-2	Residents in Sha Kong Wai, Sha Kong Wai Tsai, and Flowery Villas	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~200 m	Partial, ~200 m	High
RES-3	Residents in Fung Kong Tsuen	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	High
RES-4	Residents in Lo Uk Tsuen, Hong Mei Tsuen, San Wai, Sik Kong Tsuen, and Tung Tau Tsuen	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	High
RES-5	Residents in Hang Tau Tsuen, Ping Wu Garden and Elle Garden	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~320 m	Partial, ~320 m	High
RES-6	Residents in Hung Uk Tsuen and Kiu Tau Wai	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	High
RES-7	Residents in Scenic Gardens and Villa By The Park	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1375 m	Partial, ~1375	Medium
RES-8	Residents in Wo Ping San Tsuen, Tan Kwai Tsuen, The Verdancy, The Meadowlands, and Chung Uk Tsuen	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~300 m	Full, ~300 m	High
RES-9	Residents in Sun Fung Wai	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~160 m	Full, ~160 m	High
RES-10	Residents in Hung Shui Kiu	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-11	Residents in Shek Po Tsuen	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-12	Residents in San Sang Tsuen	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-13	Residents in Lung Fung Fa Yuen, Lingrade Garden, Tuen Mun San Tsuen, Hanison Garden,	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~ 670 m	Partial, ~670 m	High
RES-14	Residents in Sherwood and Botania Villa	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~400 m	Partial, ~400 m	High
RES-15	Residents in Fu Tai Estate	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	High
RES-16	Residents in Siu Hong Court	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial, ~1200 m	High
RES-17	Residents in Grandeur Gardens, Elegance Gardens, Brilliant Garden and Noble Place	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1400 m	Partial, ~1400 m	Medium
RES-18	Residents in Parkland Hills and Prime View Garden	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1600 m	Partial, ~1600 m	Medium
RES-19	Residents in Po Tin Estate, Blossom Garden, Siu Hin Court Shun, Tin King Estate and San Wai Court	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2400 m	Partial, ~2400 m	Medium
RES-20	Residents in developments south of Castle Peak Road (Meadowlands, Uptown, The Woodside, and Treasure Court)	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 200 m	Full, 200 m	High
RES-21	Residents in Parkview Garden, Casa De Oro, and Aster Court	Many	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-22	Residents Public Rental Housing Development at Hung Shui Kiu Area 13	Many	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-23	Residents in developments in Tung Chuen Wai and its surrounding areas	Many	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~9500 m	Obscured, ~9500 m	Low
RES-24	Residents in Tuen Tsz Wai	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~430 m	Partial, ~430 m	High
RES-25	Residents in Villa Pinada development	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	High
RES-26	Residents in Hong Lai, Tseng Tau Chung Tsuen, and Eldo Court	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Medium
RES-27	Residents in Tai Hing Garden, Tai Hing Estate and Affluence Garden	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2500 m	Partial, ~2500 m	Medium
RES-28	Residents in Shan King Estate	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1600 m	Partial, ~1600 m	Medium
RES-29	Residents in Sheung Pak Nai	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2000 m	Partial, ~2000 m	Low
RES-30	Residents in Pak Nai	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2900 m	Obscured, ~2900 m	Low
RES-31	Residents in Ha Pak Nai	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~4500 m	Obscured, ~4500 m	Low
RES-32	Residents in Hang Hau Tsuen	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~100 m	Full, ~100 m	High
RES-33	Residents in Tuen Mun Town Plaza	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Low
RES-34	Residents in Shan King Estate, King Fu and King Kwai House	Very Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2500 m	Partial, ~2500 m	Medium
RES-35	Residents in Mong Tseng Tsuen	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Medium
RES-36	Residents in Crystal Park, Sereno Verde Pradera and Yee Fung Garden	Very Many	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Medium
RES-37	Residents in Yuen Long between Ma Tong Road and Castle Peak Road	Very Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Medium
RES-38	Residents in Long Ping Estate	Very Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1630 m	Partial, ~1630 m	Medium
RES-39	Residents in Fairview residential development and its surrounding areas	Very Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~5500 m	Obscured, ~5500 m	Low
RES-40	Residents in Wong Nai Tun Tsuen	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2800 m	Obscured, ~2800 m	Low
RES-41	Residents in villages south of Yuen Long	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2250	Obscured, ~2250 m	Medium
RES-42	Residents in Ngau Tam Mei	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~6600 m	Obscured, ~6600 m	Low
RES-43	Residents in Royal Palms Residential Development	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~6890 m	Obscured, ~6890 m	Low
RES-44	Residents in Kam Tin	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~6400 m	Obscured, ~6400 m	Low
RES-45	Residents in Tai Tong	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2690 m	Obscured, ~2690 m	Low
RES-46	Future Residents in HOS near TSW Station (Site 5-6)	Many	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-47	Residents in Sunny Villas, Tseung Kong Wai, Sik Kong Wai, Ha Tsuen Shi, and San Uk Tsuen	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
RES-48	Residents in Tsz Tin Tsuen and Grand Villa	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1570 m	Partial, ~1570 m	Medium
RES-49	Residents in Tong Yan San Tsuen, The Eldorado, Kisland Villa, Marbella Gardens and nearby residential developments	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1050 m	Partial, ~1050 m	Medium
RES-50	Residents in Grandeur Terrace, Tin Chak Estate, Tin Heng Estate, and Tin Yat Estate	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~900 m	Partial, ~900 m	High
RES-51	Residents in Tin Fu Court, Tin Yuet Estate, Tin Ching Estate	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~960 m	Partial, ~960 m	High
RES-52	Residents in Tin Chung Court, Chestwood Court, Central Park Towers, Kingswood Ginza	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~600 m	Full, ~600 m	High
REC-1	Hikers along Castle Peak Trails	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, ~0-6150 m	Full, ~00-6150 m	High
REC-2	Hikers along Tai Lam Country Park Trails	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, ~1000-10100 m	Full, ~1000-10100 m	High
REC-3	Hikers on Kai Shan	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~1400 m	Partial, ~1400 m	High
REC-4	Hikers on Lau Fau Shan	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~600 m	Partial, ~600 m	High
REC-5	Users of TSW Promenade	Many	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~110 m	Full, ~110 m	High
REC-6	Visitors to Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda	Few	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~240 m	Full, ~240 m	High
REC-7	Visitors to Yuen Ping Shan Tang Clan Gallery Cum Heritage Trail Visitors Centre	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~200 m	Full, ~200 m	High
REC-8	Hikers along the Hillside north of the Project	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
REC-9	Users of Tin Shui Road Park	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~380 m	Partial, ~380 m	High
REC-10	Users of Ping Ha Road Garden	Few	Poor	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
REC-11	Users of Sik Kong Tsuen Playground and Ha Tsuen Football Field	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
REC-12	Users of Shek Po Tsuen Playground	Few	Poor	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
REC-13	Users of Ping Pak Lane Park	Many	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~250 m	Partial, ~250 m	Medium
REC-14	Users of Tong Yan San Tsuen Playground	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Low
REC-15	Users of Tin Ha Road Playground	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
REC-16	Users of Nai Wai Soccer Pitch	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, 250 m	Partial, 250 m	Medium
REC-17	Users of Fuk Hang Playground	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~130 m	Full, ~130 m	Medium
REC-18	Users of Fung Tei Garden	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, 1900 m	Obscured, ~1900 m	Low
REC-19	Recreational marine craft users of Deep Bay	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~640-6850 m	Partial, ~640-6850 m	High
REC-20	Users of Lingnan University Outdoor Sportsfield	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial, ~1200 m	Low
REC-21	Users of Tsing Tin Playground	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Low
REC-22	Users of Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Low
REC-23	Users of Yeung King Playground	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~3100 m	Obscured, ~3100 m	Low
REC-24	Users Mong Tseng Wai Basketball Court	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Low
REC-25	Users of Yuen Long Park and Yuen Long Stadium	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1980 m	Obscured, ~1980 m	Low
REC-26	Hikers on Ki Lun Shan	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~10500 m	Partial, ~10500 m	Medium
REC-27	Hikers in Lam Tsuen Country Park	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~7800 m	Partial, ~7800 m	Medium
REC-28	Hikers on Ho Hok Shan	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~4500 m	Partial, ~4500 m	Medium
REC-29	Users of Shui Mei Village Playground	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~6000 m	Obscured, ~6000 m	Low
REC-30	Users of TSW Park	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~900 m	Obscured, ~900 m	Low
REC-31	Users of Hong Wetland Park	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1600 m	Obscured, ~1600 m	High
REC-32	Users of Tin Sau Road Community Garden and Tin Sau Road Park	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1050 m	Obscured, ~1050 m	Low
REC-33	Users of Dragons Park and Tin Pak Road Park	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~960 m	Obscured, ~960 m	Low
T-1	Motorists along KSWH	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-2	Users of the MTR between TSW and Siu Hong Station	Many	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-3	Motorists along Yuen Long Highway	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, ~380 m	Full, ~380 m	Medium
T-4	Motorists along Hung Tin Road	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-5	Motorists along Castle Peak Road	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-6	Motorists along Ping Ha Road	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-7	Motorists along Tin Ha Road	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-8	Motorists along Shek Po Road	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-9	Motorists along Tin Sam Road	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-10	Motorists along Hung Yuen Road and Hung Chi Road	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-11	Motorists along Sha Chau Lei Road	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-12	Motorists along Hung Shui Kui Main Street	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-13	Motorists along Lau Fau Shan Road	Many	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-14	Motorists along Deep Bay Road	Few	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~0 m	Partial, ~0 m	Low
T-15	Motorists along Shenzhen Bay Bridge	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~540-3500 m	Partial, ~540-3900 m	Medium
T-16	Passengers on Light Rail System	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
T-17	Cyclists along Castle Peak Road	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-18	Cyclists along Tin Ha Road	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-19	Cyclists along Shek Po Road	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-20	Cyclists along Ping Ha Road	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-21	Cyclists along Hung Yuen Road	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-22	Cyclists along Tin Sum Road	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-23	Cyclists along Tin Ying Road and Hung Tin Road	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	High
T-24	Motorists along Tuen Mun Road	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Medium
T-25	Travelers on MTR between Tin Shui Wai and Siu Hong	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~1360 m	Partial, ~1360 m	Medium
T-26	Motorists along Ming Kum Road	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~1500 m	Partial, ~1500 m	Low
T-27	Travelers on MTR between TSW and Yuen Long	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~920 m	Partial, ~920 m	Medium
T-28	Motorists on San Tin Highway	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Obscured, ~5500 m	Obscured, ~5500 m	Low
T-29	Motorists on Long Tin Road	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~950 m	Partial, ~950 m	Medium
T-30	Motorists on Tin Wah Road	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	Medium
T-31	Motorists on Fuk Hang Tsuen Road	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~200 m	Partial, ~200 m	Medium
T-32	Motorists on Tsing Lun Road	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~720 m	Partial, ~720 m	Medium
T-33	Motorists on Kung Um Road	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Obscured, ~2100 m	Obscured, ~2100 m	Low
T-34	Motorists on Tai Shu Ha Road	Many	Good	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Obscured, ~3100 m	Obscured, ~3100 m	Low
T-35	Motorists on Ma Wang Road	Many	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Medium
T-36	Motorists on Ng Lau Road	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Partial, ~730 m	Partial, ~730 m	Medium
O-1	Teachers and students at Shung Tak Catholic English College	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~140 m	Full, ~140 m	Low
O-2	Workers at Multiwin Logistics	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~190 m	Partial, ~190 m	Low
O-3	Workers at Lam Tei Quarry	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1300 m	Partial, ~1300 m	Low
O-4	Teachers and students at Madam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~320 m	Partial, ~320 m	Low
O-5	Teachers and students at Hing Tak School	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~390 m	Obscured, ~390 m	Low
O-6	Teachers and students at WF Joseph Lee Primary School, Heung Tao Middle School, and Pansy Ho Activity Centre	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~430 m	Partial, ~430 m	Low
O-7	Teachers and students at Po Kok Branch School	Few	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~500 m	Partial, ~500 m	Low
O-8	Workers in Industrial Area of Yuen Long South	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1780 m	Obscured, ~1780 m	Low
O-9	Teachers and students at Ho Dao College	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~170 m	Full, ~170 m	Low
O-10	Teachers and students at VTC Youth College, Yan Chai Hospital Nina Lam Kindergarten, and Pui Shing Catholic Secondary School	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~110 m	Full, ~110 m	Medium
O-11	Teachers and students at Caritas Lok Kan School, and TWGH Leo Tung-hai Lee Primary School	Few	Good	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, ~200 m	Full, ~200 m	Medium
O-12	Teachers and students at Yau Tze Tin Memorial College	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1100 m	Obscured, ~1100 m	Low
O-13	Workers at North West New Territories Refuse Transfer Station	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~800 m	Partial, ~800 m	Low
O-14	Workers On Oyster Farms in Deep Bay	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~1500 m	Partial, ~1500 m	Low
O-15	Workers at Power station located near Black Point (Lan Kok Tsui)	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~7800 m	Partial, ~7800 m	Low
O-16	Students and Teachers at Lingnan University	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1500 m	Obscured, ~1500 m	Low
O-17	Workers at Tai Hing Commercial Complex	Few	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2600 m	Obscured, ~2600 m	Low
O-18	Workers and Patients at Tuen Mun Hospital	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1900 m	Obscured, ~1900	Low
O-19	Workers and Patients at Castle Peak Hospital	Few	Good	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~1900 m	Obscured, ~1900 m	Low
O-20	Workers in Industrial area of Ping Shan	Few	Poor	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Partial, ~360 m	Partial, ~360 m	Low
O-21	Workers in Industrial Area North of Yuen Long	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Low
O-22	Workers in Industrial Area of Ha Tsuen	Few	Fair	No	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Medium
O-23	Workers in Tung Tau Industrial Area	Few	Fair	Yes	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Obscured, ~2550 m	Obscured, ~2550 m	Low

Potential Sources of Visual Impacts

11.12.11 The sources of visual impacts of the Project during construction and operation phases have been described in Sections 11.9.1 and 11.9.2. Section 11.12.13 below provides further details on the factors considered in arriving at an assessment of the potential magnitude of visual change.

Magnitude of Visual Change before Mitigation in the Construction and Operation phases

11.12.12 The magnitude of visual change resulting from the construction and operation phases of the Project is presented in Table 11.12 and shown in Figures 11.12a to 11.17b.

11.12.13 An assessment of the potential magnitude of visual change was performed with consideration of the following factors:

¡P Compatibility of the Project with the Visual Backdrop: A ranking of High, Medium or Low is assigned according to the compatibility of the Project with the Visual Backdrop. Compatibility is determined by the visual consistency, proportion, scale, colour, texture, form of the Project in relation to what is presently available in forming the Visual Backdrop for the VSR. The Visual Backdrop may be made up of the surrounding landscape, geological features, waterways, and urban skyline that is viewable from the VSR;

¡P Duration and Frequency of Impact: A ranking of Temporary or Permanent define the duration of impact, while Intermittent and Continuous define the frequency. These are assigned according to the amount of time during which the VSR experiences the impact of the project;

Temporary: The impacts of the Project on the VSR are experienced for a finite duration; the Project will not always be visible;

Permanent: The impacts of the Project on the VSR are to remain constant; the Project will always be visible;

Intermittent: The impacts of the Project on the VSR are interrupted at times, occurring within discreet events; the Project will not be continually visible;

Continuous: The impacts of the Project on the VSR are experienced over an ongoing frequency; the Project will be continually visible.

¡P Scale of Development: A ranking of Large, Medium or Small is assigned according to the relative size, height and span of the Project;

¡P Reversibility of Change: A ranking of Yes or No is assigned according to whether the Project is Permanent or Temporary;

¡P Degree of Visibility of Sources of Visual Impact: A ranking of Full, Partial or Obscured is assigned according to the visibility of the Project, as a function of distance from the VSR and/or the absence/presence of any obstructions, such as existing structures or landscape elements, which may inhibit visibility. (For example, the Project may be located immediately adjacent to a VSR, but its visibility may be inhibited by the presence of existing tall buildings located between the VSR and the Project.):

Full: The Project is fully visible to the VSR as a function of distance and/or the absence of any obstructions;

Partial: The Project is only partially visible to the VSR as a function of distance and/or the presence of obstructions;

Obscured: The Project is mostly hidden or concealed from the VSR as a function of distance and/or the presence of obstructions.

¡P Distance Between VSR & Nearest Sources of Impact: The approximate distance between the VSR and the nearest source of impact as part of the Project (for example, a building or noise barrier) is indicated in metres; and

¡P Potential Blockage of Existing View: A ranking of Full, Partial, Slight, Negligible or None is assigned in an effort to anticipate the impact of the Project on the VSR¡¦s existing view, as a function of changes to existing views or view corridors resulting from construction of the new built form.

Full: The existing view is fully blocked by the Project as a function of an increase or decrease in the blockage;

Partial: The existing view is partially blocked by the Project as a function of an increase or decrease in the blockage;

Slight: The existing view is only slightly blocked by the Project as a function of an increase or decrease in the blockage;

Negligible: The blockage of the existing view by the Project is negligible as a function of an increase or decrease in the blockage;

None: The existing view is not blocked as a result of the Project.

11.12.14 The Magnitude of Visual Change is based on the values of all of the above factors in totality, and equally weighted, to determine change in viewing experience. For example, a VSR with Low Visual Backdrop Compatibility, Permanent/Continuous Duration and Frequency of Impact, a Large Scale of Development, Full Degree of Visibility, and Full Blockage of Existing View during Construction and Operation would result in a Large Magnitude of Visual Change before mitigation. The magnitude of visual impacts is classified as follows:

Large:	The VSRs would suffer a major change in their viewing experience;
Intermediate:	The VSRs would suffer a moderate change in their viewing experience;
Small:	The VSRs would suffer a small change in their viewing experience;
Negligible:	The VSRs would suffer no discernible change in their viewing experience.
None	The VSRs would suffer no change in their viewing

Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures

11.12.15 The proposed landscape and visual mitigation measures for impacts caused during the construction and operation phases were described previously in Tables 11.8 and 11.9, together with the associated funding, implementation, management and maintenance agencies, and the proposed implementation programme.

Table 11.12 Magnitude of Visual Change during the Construction and Operation Phases before Mitigation (Overall Project, Schedule 3)

VSR ID	Key VSR	Compatibility of the Project with the Visual Backdrop (High/Medium/Low)	Duration and Frequency of Impacts (Temporary/Permanent & Intermittent/Continuous)		Scale of Development (Large/Medium/Small) & Reversibility of Change (Yes/No)	Degree of Visibility of Source(s) of Visual Impact (Full, Partial, Obscured) & Distance Between VSR & Nearest Source(s) of Impact		Potential Blockage of Existing View (Full/Partial/Slight/Negligible)		Magnitude of Visual Change BEFORE Mitigation (None, Negligible, Small, Intermediate, Large)
			Construction	Operation		Construction	Operation	Construction	Operation	Construction	Operation
Residential VSRs
RES-1	Residents in West TSW (Tin Yan Estate, Tin Wah Estate, Tin Shui Estate, Tin Oi Court, Locwood Court, Tin Shing Court, Tin Yiu Estate, Tin Tsz Estate, Sherwood Court)	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~150 m	Full, ~500 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views to the west of the HSK valley and Lau Fau Shan behind it, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨. Refer to Figures 11.17a and 11.17b for an example of how views may be impacted on Day 1 and Year 10 of the operation phase.
RES-2	Residents in Sha Kong Wai, Sha Kong Wai Tsai, and Flowery Villas	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~200 m	Partial, ~200 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the south and to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Yuen Tau Shan to the southwest, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential and commercial buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-3	Residents in Fung Kong Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the north, south and east towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite immediate adjacency, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation as a result of visual obstructions in the foreground. Any existing views, including distant views of Yuen Tau Shan to the southwest and Lam Tei to the southeast, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-4	Residents in Lo Uk Tsuen, Hong Mei Tsuen, San Wai, Sik Kong Tsuen, and Tung Tau Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite immediate adjacency, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation as a result of visual obstructions in the foreground. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-5	Residents in Hang Tau Tsuen, Ping Wu Garden and Elle Garden	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~320 m	Partial, ~320 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to proximity, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-6	Residents in Hung Uk Tsuen and Kiu Tau Wai	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite immediate adjacency, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation as a result of visual obstructions in the foreground. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-7	Residents in Scenic Gardens and Villa By The Park	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1375 m	Partial, ~1375 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-8	Residents in Wo Ping San Tsuen, Tan Kwai Tsuen, The Verdancy, The Meadowlands, and Chung Uk Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~300 m	Full, ~300 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the north and west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west/ northwest, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include new residential and commercial buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-9	Residents in Sun Fung Wai	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~160 m	Full, ~160 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the north and west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-10	Residents in Hung Shui Kiu	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest and Lam Tei to the east, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-11	Residents in Shek Po Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest and Lam Tei to the southeast, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-12	Residents in San Sang Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest and Lam Tei to the southeast, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-13	Residents in Lung Fung Fa Yuen, Lingrade Garden, Tuen Mun San Tsuen, Hanison Garden,	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~ 670 m	Partial, ~670 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-14	Residents in Sherwood and Botania Villa	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~400 m	Partial, ~400 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the north towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-15	Residents in Fu Tai Estate	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the north and northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-16	Residents in Siu Hong Court	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the north and northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-17	Residents in Grandeur Gardens, Elegance Gardens, Brilliant Garden and Noble Place	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1400 m	Partial, ~1400 m	Slight	Slight	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the north and northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. The Project would have only a slight impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-18	Residents in Parkland Hills and Prime View Garden	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1600 m	Partial, ~1600 m	Slight	Slight	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the north and northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. The Project would have only a slight impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-19	Residents in Po Tin Estate, Blossom Garden, Siu Hin Court Shun, Tin King Estate and San Wai Court	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2400 m	Partial, ~2400 m	Slight	Slight	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. The Project would have only a slight impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-20	Residents in developments south of Castle Peak Road (Meadowlands, Uptown, The Woodside, and Treasure Court)	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 200 m	Full, 200 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the north, west and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-21	Residents in Parkview Garden, Casa De Oro, and Aster Court	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including views of Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest and Lam Tei to the east, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-22	Residents Public Rental Housing Development at Hung Shui Kiu Area 13	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Yuen Tau Shan to the west/northwest and Lam Tei to the east, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-23	Residents in developments in Tung Chuen Wai and its surrounding areas	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~9500 m	Obscured, ~9500 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience negligible views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The impact of the Project on existing views would be negligible. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
RES-24	Residents in Tuen Tsz Wai	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~430 m	Partial, ~430 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-25	Residents in Villa Pinada development	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-26	Residents in Hong Lai, Tseng Tau Chung Tsuen, and Eldo Court	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the north towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-27	Residents in Tai Hing Garden, Tai Hing Estate and Affluence Garden	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2500 m	Partial, ~2500 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the north towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-28	Residents in Shan King Estate	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1600 m	Partial, ~1600 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-29	Residents in Sheung Pak Nai	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2000 m	Partial, ~2000 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the east towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-30	Residents in Pak Nai	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2900 m	Obscured, ~2900 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the east towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The impact of the Project on existing views would be negligible. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-31	Residents in Ha Pak Nai	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~4500 m	Obscured, ~4500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The impact of the Project on existing views would be negligible. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-32	Residents in Hang Hau Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~100 m	Full, ~100 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the south towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Yuen Tau Shan to the southwest and Lam Tei to the southeast, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-33	Residents in Tuen Mun Town Plaza	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Slight	Slight	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the north towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would only have a slight impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-34	Residents in Shan King Estate, King Fu and King Kwai House	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2500 m	Partial, ~2500 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-35	Residents in Mong Tseng Tsuen	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-36	Residents in Crystal Park, Sereno Verde Pradera and Yee Fung Garden	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Slight	Slight	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-37	Residents in Yuen Long between Ma Tong Road and Castle Peak Road	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
RES-38	Residents in Long Ping Estate	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1630 m	Partial, ~1630 m	Slight	Slight	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-39	Residents in Fairview residential development and its surrounding areas	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~5500 m	Obscured, ~5500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-40	Residents in Wong Nai Tun Tsuen	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2800 m	Obscured, ~2800 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-41	Residents in villages south of Yuen Long	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2250	Obscured, ~2250 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-42	Residents in Ngau Tam Mei	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~6600 m	Obscured, ~6600 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-43	Residents in Royal Palms Residential Development	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~6890 m	Obscured, ~6890 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
RES-44	Residents in Kam Tin	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~6400 m	Obscured, ~6400 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-45	Residents in Tai Tong	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2690 m	Obscured, ~2690 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction would be obscured due to distance from the project, as would views during operation. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
RES-46	Future Residents in HOS near TSW Station (Site 5-6)	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while partial views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-47	Residents in Sunny Villas, Tseung Kong Wai, Sik Kong Wai, Ha Tsuen Shi, and San Uk Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west and Lam Tei to the southeast, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
RES-48	Residents in Tsz Tin Tsuen and Grand Villa	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1570 m	Partial, ~1570 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-49	Residents in Tong Yan San Tsuen, The Eldorado, Kisland Villa, Marbella Gardens and nearby residential developments	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1050 m	Partial, ~1050 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
RES-50	Residents in Grandeur Terrace Tin Chak Estate, Tin Heng Estate, and Tin Yat Estate	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1120 m	Partial, ~1120 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨. Refer to Figures 11.17a and 11.17b for an example of how views may be impacted on Day 1 and Year 10 of the operation phase.
RES-51	Residents in Tin Fu Court, Tin Yuet Estate, Tin Ching Estate	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~960 m	Partial, ~960 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the west and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨. Refer to Figures 11.17a and 11.17b for an example of how views may be impacted on Day 1 and Year 10 of the operation phase.
RES-52	Residents in Tin Chung Court, Chestwood Court, Central Park Towers, Kingswood Ginza	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~600 m	Full, ~600 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite this VSR¡¦s distance, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
Recreational VSRs
REC-1	Hikers along Castle Peak Trails	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, ~0-6150 m	Full, ~00-6150 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast and east towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along the trail. According to a hiker¡¦s position along the trail, the Project would be in full view during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from locations along the trail may be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨. Refer to Figures 11.15a and 11.15b for an example of how views may be impacted on Day 1 and Year 10 of the operation phase.
REC-2	Hikers along Tai Lam Country Park Trails	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, ~1000-10100 m	Full, ~1000-10100 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest and west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along the trail. According to a hiker¡¦s position along the trail, the Project would be in full view during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from locations along the trail may be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
REC-3	Hikers on Kai Shan	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~1400 m	Partial, ~1400 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the west and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along the trail. According to a hiker¡¦s position on Kai Shan, the Project would be in partial view during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Kai Shan may be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
REC-4	Hikers on Lau Fau Shan	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~600 m	Partial, ~600 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the south and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along the trail. According to a hiker¡¦s position on Lau Fau Shan, the Project would be in partial view during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Lau Fau Shan may be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-5	Users of TSW Promenade	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~110 m	Full, ~110 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. According to the user¡¦s position along the promenade, the Project would be in full view during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from the promenade would be blocked by the project Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-6	Visitors to Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~240 m	Full, ~240 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west, northwest and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible to visitors during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-7	Visitors to Yuen Ping Shan Tang Clan Gallery Cum Heritage Trail Visitors Centre	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~200 m	Full, ~200 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west, northwest and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible to visitors during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Ping Shan Tang Clan gallery cum Heritage Trail Visitors Centre would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-8	Hikers along the Hillside north of the Project	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the north, east and south towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent. According to a hiker¡¦s position along the hillside, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential, institutional and industry buildings forming the development. Existing views from the hillside would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨. Refer to Figures 11.16a and 11.16b for an example of how views may be impacted on Day 1 and Year 10 of the operation phase.
REC-9	Users of Tin Shui Road Park	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~380 m	Partial, ~380 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the west, northwest and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from Tin Shui Road Park would be slightly blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
REC-10	Users of Ping Ha Road Garden	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from Ping Ha Road Garden would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-11	Users of Sik Kong Tsuen Playground and Ha Tsuen Football Field	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from Sik Kong Tsuen Playground and Ha Tsuen Football Field would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-12	Users of Shek Po Tsuen Playground	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from Shek Po Tsuen Playground would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-13	Users of Ping Pak Lane Park	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~250 m	Partial, ~250 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the west, northwest and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential and institutional buildings forming the development. Existing views from Ping Pak Lane Park would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-14	Users of Tong Yan San Tsuen Playground	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the west, northwest and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Tong Yan San Tsuen Playground would be partially blocked by the project Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
REC-15	Users of Tin Ha Road Playground	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new commercial, residential, institutional and industry buildings forming the development. Existing views from Tin Ha Road Playground would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-16	Users of Nai Wai Soccer Pitch	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, 250 m	Partial, 250 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views northward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Nai Wai Soccer Pitch would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
REC-17	Users of Fuk Hang Playground	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~130 m	Full, ~130 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views northward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Fuk Hang Playground would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-18	Users of Fung Tei Garden	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, 1900 m	Obscured, ~1900 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views northward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from the Fung Tei Garden would be negligible Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-19	Recreational marine craft users of Deep Bay	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~640-6850 m	Partial, ~640-6850 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views eastward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of views experienced by recreational marine craft users. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, partial views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Deep Bay would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
REC-20	Users of Lingnan University Outdoor Sportsfield	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial, ~1200 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views northward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Lingnan University Outdoor Sportsfield would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
REC-21	Users of Tsing Tin Playground	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from the Tsing Tin Playground would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-22	Users of Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from the Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-23	Users of Yeung King Playground	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~3100 m	Obscured, ~3100 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from the Yeung King Playground would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-24	Users Mong Tseng Wai Basketball Court	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial, ~2200 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views southward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Mong Tseng Wai Basketball Court would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
REC-25	Users of Yuen Long Park and Yuen Long Stadium	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1980 m	Obscured, ~1980 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views westward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from Yuen Long Park and Yuen Long Stadium would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
REC-26	Hikers on Ki Lun Shan	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~10500 m	Partial, ~10500 m	Slight	Slight	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the west and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along Ki Lun Shan trails. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Ki Lun Shan would be slightly blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
REC-27	Hikers in Lam Tsuen Country Park	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~7800 m	Partial, ~7800 m	Slight	Slight	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views westward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along Lam Tsuen Country Park trails. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Lam Tsuen Country Park would be slightly blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
REC-28	Hikers on Ho Hok Shan	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~4500 m	Partial, ~4500 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views westward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent due to the changing nature of conditions along Ho Hok Shan trails. The Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from Ho Kok Shan would be slightly blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
REC-29	Users of Shui Mei Village Playground	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~6000 m	Obscured, ~6000 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views westward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from Shui Mei Village Playground would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-30	Users of TSW Park	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~900 m	Obscured, ~900 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views westward towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from TSW Park would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
REC-31	Users of Hong Wetland Park	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1600 m	Obscured, ~1600 m	Negligible	Negligible	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from Hong Kong Wetland Park would be negligible Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
REC-32	Users of Tin Sau Road Community Garden and Tin Sau Road Park	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1050 m	Obscured, ~1050 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from the Tin Sau Road Community Garden and Tin Sau Road Park would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
REC-33	Users of Dragons Park and Tin Pak Road Park	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~960 m	Obscured, ~960 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. The Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views from Dragons Park and Tin Pak Road Park would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
Travelling VSRs
T-1	Motorists along KSWH	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views eastward along the length of the Project as well as some views westward toward industrial buildings clustered in the southern portion of the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the KSWH would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-2	Users of the MTR between TSW and Siu Hong Station	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views experienced by MTR users would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-3	Motorists along Yuen Long Highway	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, ~380 m	Full, ~380 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to close proximity, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views from the Yuen Long Highway would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-4	Motorists along Hung Tin Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to close proximity, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Hung Tin Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-5	Motorists along Castle Peak Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would predominantly experience views to the northwest toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Castle Peak Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-6	Motorists along Ping Ha Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Ping Ha Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-7	Motorists along Tin Ha Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tin Ha Road would be blocked by the project Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-8	Motorists along Shek Po Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Shek Po Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-9	Motorists along Tin Sam Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tim Sam Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-10	Motorists along Hung Yuen Road and Hung Chi Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Hung Yuen Road and Hung Chi Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-11	Motorists along Sha Chau Lei Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Sha Chau Lei Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-12	Motorists along Hung Shui Kui Main Street	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Hung Shui Kui Main Street would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-13	Motorists along Lau Fau Shan Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Lau Fau Shan Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-14	Motorists along Deep Bay Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~0 m	Partial, ~0 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views eastward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to close proximity along the majority of the road, and immediate adjacency along the northernmost section of the development, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Deep Bay Road would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-15	Motorists along Shenzhen Bay Bridge	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~540-3500 m	Partial, ~540-3500 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views eastward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Shenzhen Bay Bridge would be partially blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
T-16	Passengers on Light Rail System	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project, although predominant views would be toward the northwest. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views experienced by Light Rail System Passengers would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-17	Cyclists along Castle Peak Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would predominantly experience views to the northwest toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Castle Peak Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-18	Cyclists along Tin Ha Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tin Ha Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-19	Cyclists along Shek Po Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Shek Po Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-20	Cyclists along Ping Ha Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Ping Ha Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-21	Cyclists along Hung Yuen Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Hung Yuen Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-22	Cyclists along Tin Sum Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tin Sam Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-23	Cyclists along Tin Ying Road and Hung Tin Road	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. This VSR experiences views at a slower pace than motorists along the same road. Due to close proximity, the Project would be fully visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tin Ying Road and Hung Tin Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-24	Motorists along Tuen Mun Road	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~1000 m	Partial, ~1000 m	Slight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views northward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tuen Mun Road would be slightly blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-25	Travellers on MTR between Tin Shui Wai and Siu Hong	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~1360 m	Partial, ~1360 m	Sight	Slight	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views northward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance,, the Project may be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views experienced by travellers on MTR between Tuen Mun and Siu Hong would be slightly blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-26	Motorists along Ming Kum Road	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~1500 m	Partial, ~1500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance, the Project may be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. The impact of the Project on existing views along Ming Kum Road would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-27	Travellers on MTR between TSW and Yuen Long	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~920 m	Partial, ~920 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance,, the Project may be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views experienced by travelers on MTR between TSW and Yuen Long would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-28	Motorists on San Tin Highway	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Obscured, ~5500 m	Obscured, ~5500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views experienced by motorists on San Tin Highway would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
T-29	Motorists on Long Tin Road	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~950 m	Partial, ~950 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being at a distance,, the Project may be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views experienced by motorists along Long Tin Road would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
T-30	Motorists on Tin Wah Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, 0 m	Partial, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being in close proximity, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation due to some obstructions in the foreground. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tin Wah Road would be blocked by the project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
T-31	Motorists on Fuk Hang Tsuen Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~200 m	Partial, ~200 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views northward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Despite being in close proximity, the Project would only be partially visible during Construction and Operation due to obstructions in the foreground. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Fuk Hang Tsuen Road would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
T-32	Motorists on Tsing Lun Road	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~720 m	Partial, ~720 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would only be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Tsing Lun Road would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
T-33	Motorists on Kung Um Road	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Obscured, ~2100 m	Obscured, ~2100 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views experienced by motorists on Kung Um Road would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
T-34	Motorists on Tai Shu Ha Road	High	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Obscured, ~3100 m	Obscured, ~3100 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would be obscured during Construction and Operation. The impacts of the Project on existing views experienced by motorists on Tai Shu Ha Road would be negligible. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
T-35	Motorists on Ma Wang Road	Medium	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial, ~2100 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would experience views westward toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would only be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Ma Wang Road would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
T-36	Motorists on Ng Lau Road	Low	Permanent, Intermittent	Permanent, Intermittent	Large, No	Partial, ~730 m	Partial, ~730 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast toward the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and intermittent as this VSR is in motion. Due to distance, the Project would only be partially visible during Construction and Operation. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views of the Project during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation would include the new buildings forming the development. Existing views along Ng Lau Road would be partially blocked by the Project. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
Occupational VSRs
O-1	Teachers and Students at Shung Tak Catholic English College	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~140 m	Full, ~140 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-2	Workers at Multiwin Logistics	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~190 m	Partial, ~190 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to proximity, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-3	Workers at Lam Tei Quarry	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1300 m	Partial, ~1300 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Quarry¡¦s distance, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
O-4	Teachers and Students at Madam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~320 m	Partial, ~320 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the north towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to the Project¡¦s proximity to the school, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
O-5	Teachers and Students at Hing Tak School	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~390 m	Obscured, ~390 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-6	Teachers and Students at WF Joseph Lee Primary School, Heung Tao Middle School, and Pansy Ho Activity Centre	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~430 m	Partial, ~430 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the south and southwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Project¡¦s distance to the schools and activity centre, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-7	Teachers and Students at Po Kok Branch School	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~500 m	Partial, ~500 m	Partial	Partial	Intermediate	Intermediate
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Project¡¦s distance from the School, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Intermediate¡¨.
O-8	Workers in Industrial Area of Yuen Long South	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1780 m	Obscured, ~1780 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would experience views to the northwest towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-9	Teachers and Students at Ho Dao College	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~170 m	Full, ~170 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the northwest, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-10	Teachers and Students at VTC Youth College, Yan Chai Hospital Nina Lam Kindergarten, and Pui Shing Catholic Secondary School	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~110 m	Full, ~110 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-11	Teachers and Students at Caritas Lok Kan School, and TWGH Leo Tung-hai Lee Primary School	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, ~200 m	Full, ~200 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to close proximity, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-12	Teachers and Students at Yau Tze Tin Memorial College	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1100 m	Obscured, ~1100 m	Negligible	Negligible	None	None
	This VSR would experience views to the northeast towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§None¡¨.
O-13	Workers at North West New Territories Refuse Transfer Station	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~800 m	Partial, ~800 m	Partial	Partial	Small	Small
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Project¡¦s distance from the Refuse Transfer Station, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Small¡¨.
O-14	Workers On Oyster Farms in Deep Bay	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~1500 m	Partial, ~1500 m	Slight	Slight	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the south towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Project¡¦s distance from the Oyster Farms, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views would be slightly blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-15	Workers at power station located near Black Point (Lan Kok Tsui)	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~7800 m	Partial, ~7800 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northwest towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Despite the Project¡¦s distance from the power station, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new buildings forming the development. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-16	Students and Teachers at Lingnan University	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1500 m	Obscured, ~1500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the north towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-17	Workers at Tai Hing Commercial Complex	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2600 m	Obscured, ~2600 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northeast towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-18	Workers and Patients at Tuen Mun Hospital	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1900 m	Obscured, ~1900 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northeast towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-19	Workers and Patients at Castle Peak Hospital	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~1900 m	Obscured, ~1900 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the northeast towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-20	Workers in Industrial area of Ping Shan	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Partial, ~360 m	Partial, ~360 m	Partial	Partial	Large	Large
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to the Project¡¦s proximity to the industrial area, the Project would be partially visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be partially blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-21	Workers in Industrial Area North of Yuen Long	Medium	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2500 m	Obscured, ~2500 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Medium¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.
O-22	Workers in Industrial Area of Ha Tsuen	Low	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Full, 0 m	Full, 0 m	Full	Full	Large	Large
	This VSR would experience views in all directions towards the Project. The duration and frequency of impacts can be characterised as permanent and continuous. Due to immediate adjacency, the Project would be visible during Construction and Operation. Any existing views, including distant views of Lau Fau Shan and Yuen Tau Shan to the west, would be blocked by the Project. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views during construction may include site clearance, site formation and development of new buildings, while views during operation may include new residential, commercial, institutional and industrial buildings. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§Low¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Large¡¨.
O-23	Workers in Tung Tau Industrial Area	High	Permanent, Continuous	Permanent, Continuous	Large, No	Obscured, ~2550 m	Obscured, ~2550 m	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible	Negligible
	This VSR would mainly experience views to the west towards the Project. Due to this VSR¡¦s distance from the Project, views of the Project would largely be obscured. The Project would have a negligible impact on existing views. In terms of the source of visual impacts, views into the site during Construction and Operation would be obscured. Due to the factors outlined above, combined with the large scale of the development in the view and a ¡§High¡¨ compatibility with the visual backdrop, the magnitude of change during Construction and Operation is considered to be ¡§Negligible¡¨.

Prediction of Significance of Visual Impacts

11.12.16 An assessment of the potential significance of the visual impacts during the construction and operation phases, before and after mitigation, is briefly described, and listed in detail in Table 11.13. This follows the methodology outlined in Section 11.7 above and assumes that the appropriate mitigation measures identified in Tables 11.8 & 11.9 would be implemented, and that the full effect of the soft landscape mitigation measures would be realised after ten years. The sensitivity of each VSR as defined in Table 11.11 and the magnitude of change for each VSR as defined in Table 11.12 are used to determine the overall Significance of Visual Impact as depicted in the matrix in Table 11.13. Impacts during Construction and Operation, before and after application of mitigation measures, are anticipated in the photomontages presented in Figures 11.12a to 11.17b. The viewpoints shown in the photomontages are mapped in Figures 11.7 and 11.7a.

Impacts during the Construction and Operational Phase before Mitigation

11.12.17 Due to the generally high rise nature and large scale of the Project the magnitude of visual change to the close range VSRs is perceived to be intermediate or Large and the magnitude of change to distant VSRs is perceived to be negligible to Insubstantial before mitigation measures. The impact upon each VSR is described in detail below. The magnitude of impacts experienced by VSRs is generally greater in the construction phase than in the operation phase for most VSRs due to the presence of the construction activities and temporary disturbance to the landscape.

11.12.18 Photomontages illustrating the existing views and operational phase impacts before and after (Day 1 and Year 10) the implementation of mitigation measures are provided in Figures 11.12a to 11.17b and viewpoint locations are illustrated on Figure 11.7 and Figure 11.7a. Mitigation measures are described in more detail in Table 11.8 and Table 11.9.

Residential VSRs

¡P RES1, RES8, RES9, RES10, RES11, RES12, RES20, RES21, RES22, RES32, RES46, RES47: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous full views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 0 m to 200 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES2, RES3, RES4, RES5, RES6, RES13, RES14: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 0 m to 670 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES7, RES15, RES16, RES17, RES18, RES19, RES24, RES25, RES36, RES38, RES48, RES49, RES50: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 430m to 2200m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES26, RES27, RES28, RES29, RES34, RES35, RES37, RES51, RES52: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 960 m to 2500 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Small, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES30, RES33, RES40, RES41, RES42, RES44, RES45: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 2690 m to 6400 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is negligible, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES39: This VSR will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 2200 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P RES23, RES31, RES43: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 2690 m to 6400 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is None, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of None significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

Recreational VSRs

¡P REC5, REC6, REC7, REC10, REC11: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous full views towards the source of visual impact at distances of 0 m to 240 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC12, REC15, REC17: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous full views towards the source of visual impact at distances of 0 m to 130 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC13: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 250 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC1 and REC8: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent full views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 0 m to 6150 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC19: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 6850 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC2: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent full views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 1000 m 10100 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC4: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 600 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC16, REC24: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 240 m to 2200 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC14: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging of 1000 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC3, REC9: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 380 m to 1400 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC28: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 4500 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC20: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 1200 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P REC31: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 1600 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P REC26, REC27: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 7800 m to 10500 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is negligible, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC25: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 1980 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P REC30: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 900 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P REC18, REC21, REC22, REC23, REC29, REC32, REC33: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 960 m to 6000 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is None, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of None significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

Traveling VSRs

¡P T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T11, T12, T13, T16: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent full views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 0 m to 380 m, as these VSRs are located within the Project. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P T17, T18, T19, T20, T21, T22, T23: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent full views towards the source of visual impact, as these VSRs are located within the Project. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their High sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P T30 and T36: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 0 m to 730 m, as these VSRs are located within the Project. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Substantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P T15, T29, T31, T32: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 200 m to 3500 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P T14, T24, T25, T26, T27, T35: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 0 m to 2100 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P T26: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 1500 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P T28, T33, T34: These VSRs will have permanent and intermittent obscured views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 140 m to 920 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

Occupational VSRs

¡P O1, O9, O10, O11: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous full views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 0 m to 200 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P O22: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous full views towards the source of visual impact at a distance ranging of 0 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Medium sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P O2, O6, O20: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 190 m to 430 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Large, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Moderate significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P O3, O4, O7: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 320 m to 1300 m. In the Construction Phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Intermediate, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the Construction Phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the Construction Phase.

¡P O13: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 800 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is small, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Slight significance. In the Operation Phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P O14: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous partial views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 1500 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase

¡P O5, O8, O21, O23: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at distances ranging from 390 m to 2550 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is Negligible, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of Insubstantial significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

¡P O12, O15, O16, O17, O18, O19: These VSRs will have permanent and continuous obscured views towards the source of visual impact at a distance of 270 m to 1100 m. In the construction phase, the resultant magnitude of visual change is none, and this combined with their Low sensitivity results in an impact considered to be of None significance. In the operation phase, the predicted impact significance is anticipated to remain the same as in the construction phase, as the unmitigated development would render similar impacts as the construction phase.

Residual Impacts during the Construction Phase after Mitigation

11.12.19 Although implementation of the recommended mitigation measures should slightly reduce the magnitude of the residual visual impacts during the construction phase, this will not be sufficient enough to reduce the overall significance thresholds described above for the before mitigation scenario.

Residual Impacts during the Operational Phase after Mitigation

11.12.20 The implementation of mitigation measures during the operational phase at Day 1 would reduce the impacts of the proposed development upon the surrounding VSR¡¦s, however given the insertion of the proposed new town development into the existing rural context, the implementation of mitigation would not reduce the overall significance thresholds described above for the before mitigation scenario for the majority of the VSRs.

11.12.21 At Year 10 when the new and compensatory planting matures, the impacts would be marginally reduced further, but not enough to change the impact significance from of that at Day 1.

11.13 Cumulative Impacts from Concurrent Projects

11.13.1 The landscape and visual impacts generated by the Project are also assessed in the context of the associated impacts of the concurrent projects as described in Section 11.6.

11.13.2 Concurrent projects with cumulative impacts identified for the Project are summarised below.

Preliminary Land Use Study for Lam Tei Quarry and the Adjoining Areas

¡P This is a preliminary land use study to identify and examine the development potential and suitable types of possible future land uses of the Lam Tei Quarry (LTQ) and its adjoining areas, including two proposed Strategic Cavern Areas (SCVAs) identified under the Feasibility Study on Long-Term Strategy for Cavern Development. Although no cumulative impacts are predicted with the implementation of mitigation measures at this stage, it is advised that a coordinated approach be undertaken between these projects.

Tuen Mun Western Bypass

¡P TMWB together with the Tuen Mun ¡V Chek Lap Kok Link, will provide a north-south highway corridor linking the NWNT with the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Hong Kong Boundary Crossing Facilities, the Hong Kong International Airport and North Lantau. Although no cumulative impacts are predicted with the implementation of mitigation measures at this stage, it is advised that a coordinated approach be undertaken between these projects to reduce potential impacts in terms of both magnitude and the period of disturbance during construction.

Proposed Development Under the Study on the Enhancement of the Lau Fau Shan Rural Township and Surrounding Areas

¡P The objective of the study is to realise the tourism and recreational potential of Lau Fau Shan and its surrounding areas. The assessment area with a total site area of about 565 ha, mainly covers Lau Fau Shan and the coastal areas of Deep Bay, stretching from the KSWH in the south to Tsim Bei Tsui in the north. Although no cumulative impacts are predicted with the implementation of mitigation measures at this stage, it is advised that a coordinated approach be undertaken between these projects to reduce potential impacts in terms of both magnitude and the period of disturbance during construction.

Planning and Engineering Study for Housing Sites in Yuen Long South ¡V Investigation

¡P The overall objective of the Study is to examine and optimise the development potential of the degraded brownfield land in Yuen Long South for housing purpose and other uses with supporting infrastructure and community facilities, and to improve the existing environment. The Potential Development Area (PDA), covering an area of about 223 ha, is located to the south of Yuen Long New Town and bounded by Yuen Long Highway and Kung Um Road, with Tai Lam Country Park located at the south. The PDA includes two main parts, one in the Tong Yan San Tsuen area and the other in the area along Kung Um Road. Given that the proposed development intensity at Tong Yan San Tsuen, which is the development sub-zone closest to the Project area within the Yuen Long South development, is planned to be a low-density development with a plot ratio of 1 to 1.5, the potential cumulative visual impact will be moderate and therefore visually compatible with the profile of the Project.

Table 11.13 Significance of Visual Impacts in the Construction and Operation Phases (Overall Project, Schedule 3)

VSR ID.	Key Visually Sensitive Receiver (VSR)	Magnitude of Change before Mitigation (None, Negligible, Small, Intermediate, Large)			Receptor Sensitivity & Number (Low, Medium, High) (Very Few, Few, Many, Very Many)		Impact Significance BEFORE Mitigation (None, Insubstantial, Slight, Moderate, Substantial)		Recommended Mitigation Measures	Residual Impact Significance AFTER Mitigation (None, Insubstantial, Slight, Moderate, Substantial)
										Construction	Operation
		Construction		Operation	Construction	Operation	Construction	Operation			DAY 1	YEAR 10
Residential VSRs
RES-1	Residents in West Tin Shui Wai (Tin Yan Estate, Tin Wah Estate, Tin Shui Estate, Tin Oi Court, Locwood Court, Tin Shing Court, Tin Yiu Estate, Tin Tsz Estate, Sherwood Court)	Large	Large		High, Very Many	High, Very Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-2	Residents in Sha Kong Wai, Sha Kong Wai Tsai, and Flowery Villas	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-3	Residents in Fung Kong Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-4	Residents in Lo Uk Tsuen, Hong Mei Tsuen, San Wai, Sik Kong Tsuen, and Tung Tau Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-5	Residents in Hang Tau Tsuen, Ping Wu Garden and Elle Garden	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-6	Residents in Hung Uk Tsuen and Kiu Tau Wai	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-7	Residents in Scenic Gardens and Villa By The Park	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-8	Residents in Wo Ping San Tsuen, Tan Kwai Tsuen, The Verdancy, The Meadowlands, and Chung Uk Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-9	Residents in Sun Fung Wai	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-10	Residents in Hung Shui Kiu	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-11	Residents in Shek Po Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-12	Residents in San Sang Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-13	Residents in Lung Fung Fa Yuen, Lingrade Garden, Tuen Mun San Tsuen, Hanison Garden,	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-14	Residents in Sherwood and Botania Villa	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-15	Residents in Fu Tai Estate	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-16	Residents in Siu Hong Court	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-17	Residents in Grandeur Gardens, Elegance Gardens, Brilliant Garden and Noble Place	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-18	Residents in Parkland Hills and Prime View Garden	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-19	Residents in Po Tin Estate, Blossom Garden, Siu Hin Court Shun, Tin King Estate and San Wai Court	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-20	Residents in developments south of Castle Peak Road (Meadowlands, Uptown, The Woodside, and Treasure Court)	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Very Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-21	Residents in Parkview Garden, Casa De Oro, and Aster Court	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Very Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-22	Future residents Public Rental Housing Development at Hung Shui Kiu Area 13	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-23	Residents in developments in Tung Chuen Wai and its surrounding areas	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
RES-24	Residents in Tuen Tsz Wai	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-25	Residents in Villa Pinada development	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-26	Residents in Hong Lai, Tseng Tau Chung Tsuen, and Eldo Court	Small	Small		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-27	Residents in Tai Hing Garden, Tai Hing Estate and Affluence Garden	Small	Small		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-28	Residents in Shan King Estate	Small	Small		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-29	Residents in Sheung Pak Nei	Small	Small		Low, Few	Low, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-30	Residents in Pak Nai	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-31	Residents in Ha Pak Nai	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
RES-32	Residents in Hang Hau Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-33	Residents in Tuen Mun Town Plaza	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Very Many	Low, Very Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-34	Residents in Shan King Estate, King Fu and King Kwai House	Small	Small		Medium, Very Many	Medium, Very Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-35	Residents in Mong Tseng Tsuen	Small	Small		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-36	Residents in Crystal Park, Sereno Verde Pradera and Yee Fung Garden	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Very Many	High, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-37	Residents in Yuen Long between Ma Tong Road and Castle Peak Road	Small	Small		High, Very Many	High, Very Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-38	Residents in Long Ping Estate	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Very Many	High, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-39	Residents in Fairview residential development and its surrounding areas	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Very Many	Low, Very Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-40	Residents in Wong Nai Tun Tsuen	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-41	Residents in villages south of Yuen Long	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-42	Residents in Ngau Tam Mei	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-43	Residents in Royal Palms Residential Development	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
RES-44	Residents in Kam Tin	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Not Required	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-45	Residents in Tai Tong	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Not Required	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
RES-46	Future Residents in HOS near TSW Station (Site 5-6)	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-47	Residents in Sunny Villas, Tseung Kong Wai, Sik Kong Wai, Ha Tsuen Shi, and San Uk Tsuen	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
RES-48	Residents in Tsz Tin Tsuen and Grand Villa	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Very Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-49	Residents in Tong Yan San Tsuen, The Eldorado, Kisland Villa, Marbella Gardens and nearby residential developments	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-50	Residents in Grandeur Terrace Tin Chak Estate, Tin Heng Estate, and Tin Yat Estate	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Many	High, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
RES-51	Residents in Tin Fu Court, Tin Yuet Estate, Tin Ching Estate	Small	Small		High, Many	High, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
RES-52	Residents in Tin Chung Court, Chestwood Court, Central Park Towers, Kingswood Ginza	Small	Small		High, Many	High, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
Recreational VSRs
REC-1	Hikers along Castle Peak Trails	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-2	Hikers along Tai Lam Country Park Trails	Intermediate	Intermediate		High, Few	High, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
REC-3	Hikers on Kai Shan	Small	Small		High, Few	High, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
REC-4	Hikers on Lau Fau Shan	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
REC-5	Users of TSW Promenade	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-6	Visitors to Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-7	Visitors to Yuen Ping Shan Tang Clan Gallery Cum Heritage Trail Visitors Centre	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-8	Hikers along the Hillside north of the Project	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-9	Users of Tin Shui Road Park	Small	Small		High, Many	High, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
REC-10	Users of Ping Ha Road Garden	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-11	Users of Sik Kong Tsuen Playground and Ha Tsuen Football Field	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-12	Users of Shek Po Tsuen Playground	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-13	Users of Ping Pak Lane Park	Large	Large		High, Many	High, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-14	Users of Tong Yan San Tsuen Playground	Intermediate	Intermediate		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
REC-15	Users of Tin Ha Road Playground	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-16	Users of Nai Wai Soccer Pitch	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
REC-17	Users of Fuk Hang Playground	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-18	Users of Fung Tei Garden	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-19	Recreational marine craft users of Deep Bay	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
REC-20	Users of Lingnan University Outdoor Sportsfield	Small	Small		Low, Many	Low, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
REC-21	Users of Tsing Tin Playground	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-22	Users of Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-23	Users of Yeung King Playground	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-24	Users Mong Tseng Wai Basketball court	Intermediate	Intermediate		Low, Many	Low, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
REC-25	Users of Yuen Long Park and Yuen Long Stadium	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
REC-26	Hikers on Ki Lun Shan	Negligible	Negligible		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
REC-27	Hikers in Lam Tsuen Country Park	Negligible	Negligible		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
REC-28	Hikers on Ho Hok Shan	Small	Small		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
REC-29	Users of Shui Mei Village Playground	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-30	Users of TSW Park	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
REC-31	Users of Hong Wetland Park	Small	Small		High, Many	High, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
REC-32	Users of Tin Sau Road Community Garden and Tin Sau Road Park	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
REC-33	Users of Dragons Park and Tin Pak Road Park	None	None		Low, Many	Low, Many	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
Travelling VSRs
T-1	Motorists along KSWH	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-2	Users of the MTR between TSW and Siu Hong Station	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-3	Motorists along Yuen Long Highway	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-4	Motorists along Hung Tin Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-5	Motorists along Castle Peak Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-6	Motorists along Ping Ha Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-7	Motorists along Tin Ha Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-8	Motorists along Shek Po Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-9	Motorists along Tin Sam Road	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-10	Motorists along Hung Yuen Road and Hung Chi Road	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-11	Motorists along Sha Chau Lei Road	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-12	Motorists along Hung Shui Kui Main Street	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-13	Motorists along Lau Fau Shan Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-14	Motorists along Deep Bay Road	Small	Small		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-15	Motorists along Shenzhen Bay Bridge	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-16	Passengers on Light Rail System	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-17	Cyclists along Castle Peak Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-18	Cyclists along Tin Ha Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-19	Cyclists along Shek Po Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-20	Cyclists along Ping Ha Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-21	Cyclists along Hung Yuen Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-22	Cyclists along Tin Sum Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-23	Cyclists along Tin Ying Road and Hung Tin Road	Large	Large		High, Few	High, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-24	Motorists along Tuen Mun Road	Small	Small		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-25	Travellers on MTR between Tin Shui Wai and Siu Hong	Small	Small		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-26	Motorists along Ming Kum Road	Small	Small		Low, Many	Low, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-27	Travellers on MTR between TSW and Yeun Long	Small	Small		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-28	Motorists on San Tin Highway	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
T-29	Motorists on Long Tin Road	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-30	Motorists on Tin Wah Road	Large	Large		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
T-31	Motorists on Fuk Hang Tsuen Road	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-32	Motorists on Tsing Lun Road	Intermediate	Intermediate		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
T-33	Motorists on Kung Um Road	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
T-34	Motorists on Tai Shu Ha Road	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Many	Low, Many	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
T-35	Motorists on Ma Wang Road	Small	Small		Medium, Many	Medium, Many	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
T-36	Motorists on Ng Lau Road	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Substantial	Substantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Substantial	Substantial	Substantial
Occupational VSRs
O-1	Teachers and students at Shung Tak Catholic English College	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-2	Workers at Multiwin Logistics	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-3	Workers at Lam Tei Quarry	Intermediate	Intermediate		Low, Few	Low, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
O-4	Teachers and students at Madam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School	Intermediate	Intermediate		Low, Few	Low, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
O-5	Teachers and students at Hing Tak School	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
O-6	Teachers and students at WF Joseph Lee Primary School, Heung Tao Middle School, and Pansy Ho Activity Centre	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-7	Teachers and students at Po Kok Branch School	Intermediate	Intermediate		Low, Few	Low, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
O-8	Workers in Industrial Area of Yuen Long South	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
O-9	Teachers and students at Ho Dao College	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-10	Teachers and students at VTC Youth College, Yan Chai Hospital Nina Lam Kindergarten, and Pui Shing Catholic Secondary School	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-11	Teachers and students at Caritas Lok Kan School, and TWGH Leo Tung-hai Lee Primary School	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-12	Teachers and students at Yau Tze Tin Memorial College	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-13	Workers at North West New Territories Refuse Transfer Station	Small	Small		Low, Few	Low, Few	Slight	Slight	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Slight	Slight	Slight
O-14	Workers On Oyster Farms in Deep Bay	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
O-15	Workers at power station located near Black Point (Lan Kok Tsui)	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-16	Students and Teachers at Lingnan University	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-17	Workers at Tai Hing Commercial Complex	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-18	Workers and Patients at Tuen Mun Hospital	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-19	Workers and Patients at Castle Peak Hospital	None	None		Low, Few	Low, Few	None	None	Not Required	None	None	None
O-20	Workers in Industrial area of Ping Shan	Large	Large		Low, Few	Low, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-21	Workers in Industrial area north of Yuen Long	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial
O-22	Workers in Industrial Area of Ha Tsuen	Large	Large		Medium, Few	Medium, Few	Moderate	Moderate	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, OM1-14	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
O-23	Workers in Tung Tau Industrial Area	Negligible	Negligible		Low, Few	Low, Few	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	CM1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, OM1-14	Insubstantial	Insubstantial	Insubstantial

Note: VSRs with impact significance of ¡§None¡¨ do not require mitigation measures

11.14 Photomontages

11.14.1 Photomontages illustrating the proposed works and the recommended mitigation measures are provided in Figures 11.12a ¡V 11.17b. The locations of the Viewpoints are indicated in Figure 11.7 and Figure 11.7a and have been agreed by Planning Department. Viewpoints have been selected from major public viewing points to provide close, medium and long-range views of the Project. The photomontages illustrating views at Day 1 represent the commencement of operation phase for the entire HSK development, with and without mitigation measures. The photomontages illustrate the proposed development under the following scenarios:

¡P Existing Baseline Conditions in March 2016 ¡V This photo illustrates the ¡¥before scenario¡¦ ¡V the existing landscape conditions before construction of the proposed HSK development for the purpose to assess the magnitude of visual change.

¡P Proposed HSK development without mitigation at Day 1 (Operational Phase) ¡V This photomontage illustrates the proposed HSK development at Day 1 without mitigation (i.e. no screen planting, no chromatic treatment to the buildings, no landscape greening etc.). This photomontage is used to assess the effectiveness of implementing mitigation measures in reducing the landscape and visual impacts.

¡P Proposed HSK development with mitigation at Day 1 (Operational Phase) ¡V This photomontage illustrates the proposed HSK development at Day 1 with mitigation (i.e. with screen planting, with chromatic treatment to the buildings, with landscape greening etc.). The implementation of mitigation measures at Day 1 will reduce the landscape and visual impacts imposed by the proposed HSK development at Day 1.

¡P Proposed HSK development with mitigation at Year 10 (Operational Phase) ¡V This photomontage illustrates the proposed HSK development at Year 10 with mitigation (i.e. with screen planting, with chromatic treatment to the buildings, with landscape greening etc.). The implementation of mitigation measures will have matured at Year 10 further reducing the landscape and visual impacts imposed by the proposed HSK development.

11.14.2 Photomontages are intended to show the representative views or the ¡§worst case scenario¡¨ in terms of visual impacts of the Project. Detailed architectural design of built elements in the Project is ongoing at this stage of the development programme and therefore the building forms and building mass shown in the photomontages for the Project may change as detailed design is refined. The photomontages have been used to help assess magnitude of change for VSRs but it is possible that with further refinement of design (e.g. of building forms, finishes and colours) the built structures will become more compatible with their surrounding environment and actual visual impacts prior to the other suggested mitigation (e.g. soft landscaping), will be reduced. Once the Project is in place, it is inevitable that the character and townscape will be substantially altered. While the anticipated outlook of the future townscape should be considered, it is generally more meaningful to compare the future scenarios (with and without mitigation measures) rather than comparing against the existing (or baseline) scenario.

11.14.3 Photomontage 01 ¡V View from TSW Elevated MTR Station, Exit B ¡V This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from potential travelling VSRs to and from TSW. The photograph was taken from TSW Elevated MTR Station, Exit B at an elevation of approximately 20 mPD, which gives a partial view of the proposed development for travelling VSRs. As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.12a and 11.12b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are largely blocked by new buildings, and mitigation measures such as tree planting are more effective at attenuating impacts near ground level. However, the difference between Day 1 and Year 10 of operation is visible. The residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered moderate by Year 10.

11.14.4 Photomontage 02 ¡V View from Tai Lam Country Park ¡V This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from potential recreational VSRs hiking through Tai Lam Country Park. The photograph was taken at an elevation of approximately 180 mPD, which gives full panoramic view of the proposed development for recreational VSRs within Tai Lam Country Park. As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.13a and 11.13b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are partially blocked by new buildings, and mitigation measures such as tree planting have little impact on the visual outlook due to distance between the Project and the VSR. The residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered moderate by Year 10.

11.14.5 Photomontage 03 ¡V View from KSWH ¡V This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from potential travelling VSRs for motorists along KSWH, as well as from existing villages. The photograph was taken at an elevation of approximately 33 mPD, which gives full panoramic view of the proposed development for travelling VSRs. As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.14a and 11.14b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are partially blocked by new buildings. Mitigation measures such as tree planting have a notable impact on the visual outlook, as evidenced by the difference between Day 1 and Year 10 conditions. However due to distance between the Project and the VSR such mitigation measures are less effective. The residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered moderate by Year 10.

11.14.6 Photomontage 04 ¡V View from Yeun Tau Shan ¡V This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from VSR REC1: hikers along the trails of the Castle Peak Mountain Range. This viewpoint is also representative of views from potential future occupational VSRs at Site 3-47 (I) and Site 3-49 (I). The photograph was taken at an elevation of approximately 80 mPD which gives which affords views looking east towards Road P1 with views of Site 4-1 (G), Site 4-2 (G), Site 4-3 (R2(SSF)c), Site 4-4 (RSc), Site 4-5 (RSc), Site 4-12 (c), and Site 4-13 (C) in the distance. As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.15a and 11.15b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are partially blocked by new buildings. Mitigation measures such as tree planting and green roofs have a notable impact on the visual outlook, as evidenced by the difference between Day 1 and Year 10 conditions. However, due to the large scale of the Project, the residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered substantial by Year 10.

11.14.7 Photomontage 05 ¡V View from Ngau Hom Shek Hiking Trail - This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from VSRs REC8, hikers along the north ridgeline of the Project. At an elevation of approximately 66 mPD it provides panoramic views looking south towards Site 3-4 (OU(PBU+SWU)), Site 3-5 (OU(PBU+SWU)), Site 3-6 (OU(PBU+SWU)), Site 3-7 (OU(PBU+SWU)), and Site 3-8 (OU(PBU+SWU)). As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.16a and 11.16b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are largely blocked by new buildings. Mitigation measures such as tree planting and visual softening via soft landscape elements have a greater impact near ground. Due to the large scale of the Project and the proximity of the VSRs, the residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered substantial by Year 10.

11.14.8 Photomontage 06 ¡V View from Tin Wah Estate Rooftop - This viewpoint was selected as representative of views from VSRs within and around TSW including RES1, RES50, & RES51. The photograph was taken from the Tin Shui Estate Block 1 at an elevation of approximately 130 mPD looking towards Site 1-2 (R2(SSF)c), Site 1-4 (R2c), Site 1-5 (R2c), and Site 1-6 (R2c). As demonstrated in the photomontages (Figures 11.17a and 11.17b), the Project is large in scale. From this viewpoint, existing views are partially blocked by new buildings. Mitigation measures such as green roofs do not have a great impact on the visual outlook of the VSRs. The residual visual impact to the VSRs identified above is considered substantial by Year 10.

11.15 Conclusion

Summary of Landscape and Visual Mitigation Measures

11.15.1 Construction phase mitigation measures will comprise the following (described in detail in Table 11.8):

¡P CM1 ¡V Minimised construction area and contractor¡¦s temporary works areas

¡P CM2 ¡V Stripping and storing of top soil

¡P CM3 ¡V Protection of existing trees

¡P CM4 ¡V Transplantation of existing trees where practical

¡P CM5 ¡V Control of night-time lighting

¡P CM6 ¡V Construction of decorative hoarding around construction works

¡P CM7 ¡V Reduction of construction period to practical minimum

¡P CM8 ¡V Prevention of run-off

¡P CM9 ¡V Phasing of construction stage

¡P CM10 ¡V Advance screen planting

¡P CM11 ¡V Minimise disturbance footprints

¡P CM12 ¡V Protection of existing water courses

¡P CM13 ¡V Hydroseeding on modified slopes

¡P CM14 ¡V Integrate Open Space Network with existing nullah conditions

11.15.2 Operation phase mitigation measures will comprise the following (described in detail in Table 11.9):

¡P OM1 ¡V Compensatory tree planting where practical

¡P OM2 ¡V Sensitive design of above-ground structures

¡P OM3 ¡V Sensitive design of hardscape elements along roadsides

¡P OM4 ¡V Reinstatement of streetscape elements

¡P OM5 ¡V Visual softening via soft landscape elements

¡P OM6 ¡V Quality greening along roadside amenity strips

¡P OM7 ¡V Design of street lighting

¡P OM8 ¡V Sensitive and chromatic treatment of architectural facades

¡P OM9 ¡V Sensitive design of landscape areas

¡P OM10 ¡V Sensitive design of noise barriers and enclosures

¡P OM11 ¡V Tree planting to site boundaries

¡P OM12 ¡V Night time lighting

¡P OM13 ¡V Green roofs and vertical greening

¡P OM14 ¡V Greening of viaduct structures and noise barriers

Summary of Predicted Landscape Impacts in the Construction & Operation phase

11.15.3 The primary impacts during the construction phase will be the loss of vegetation and disturbance of existing topography in the landscape resources due to the construction of the proposed development. The residual magnitude of change in the operation phase would range from:

None (LR2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5, 3.6, 4.4, 4.5, 4.7, 4.9, 4.13, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.8, 5.10, 5.11, 5.12, 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 6.9, 6.12, 6.13, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.7, 8.9, 8.10, 8.13, 8.14, 8.15, 8.16, 8.17, 8.18, 8.20, 8.21, 8.22, 9.1, 9.5, 9.13, 9.20, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, 11.4, 11.5, 13.0, 14.2, 14.11, 14.14, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 15.5, 15.7, 15.8, 15.9, 15.10, 15.11 & 17.1; and LCA3, 5, 7, & 8)

11.15.4 The majority of LRs and LCAs would be subject to impact significance of None given that many of these fall outside the Project area or are within established villages (which are to remain unaffected).

Insubstantial (LR1.0, 2.9, 2.10, 2.13, 3.4, 3.7, 4.6, 6.3, 6.7, 8.6, 9.2, 9.4, 9.14, 9.16, 9.19, 10.9, 12.1, 12.2, 12.4, 14.1, 14.5, 14.8 & 16.0; and LCA6)

11.15.5 A large number of LRs and one LCA would be subject to impact significance of Insubstantial as the impacts are generally very small scale in nature or the sensitivity of the existing LR is very low to render the residual impact significance as Insubstantial. In some cases, the impacts on the landscape resource are minor and will not affect the overall quality and character of the LR, thus the significance is predicted to be considered Insubstantial.

11.15.6 Many of LR9 Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage would experience Insubstantial impacts because the overall vegetation quality and sensitivity of these LRs are low. Some Important Trees may also be affected. Following full build-out of the Project, the quality and coverage of vegetation would be replaced with much higher quality planting with overall greater amenity thus rendering these impacts Insubstantial.

11.15.7 For LR2.9 and 3.4, a large area of hillside is to be disturbed in order to make way for development of the Industrial sites located on the west side of the KSWH. Although the area of impact for these LRs is considerable and approx. 326 trees will be affected, the total baseline coverage of LR2.9 and 3.4 are large and thus impact significance is considered ultimately insubstantial when taking into consideration proposed mitigation measures and the requirements for street trees, urban design and site greening for these sites.

11.15.8 For some LR14 Roadside Vegetation, there are expected to be large impacts on many of these sub-LRs with approx. 4228 trees being affected. However, due primarily to the quality of existing vegetation, these LRs are considered to have a medium sensitivity. Nearly all the impacts can be reduced or eliminated when taking into consideration the proposed mitigation measures to transplant and preserve trees, where practical and reasonable, in addition to the proposed urban design framework that requires street trees lining all district distributor roads and local roads throughout the Project. The replacement of this existing vegetation with high quality, native stock of street trees located in proper planting spaces with adequate width will fully mitigate and recover losses of trees predicted for these LRs while at the same time introducing new and additional greening with greater amenity value. Due to these reasons, the overall impact significance on these LRs is considered Insubstantial.

Slight (LR2.8, 2.12, 4.2, 4.3, 5.7, 6.5, 6.11, 8.11, 9.3, 9.6, 9.7, 9.8, 9.9, 9.11, 9.12, 9.15, 9.17, 9.18, 10.4, 10.5, 10.7, 10.10, 12.3, 14.4, 14.7, 14.10, 14.12, 15.6 & 15.12; and LCA1 & 4)

11.15.9 A number of LRs would be subject to minor, or Slight, residual impacts. Generally, impacts are considered Slight if the LR¡¦s quality and sensitivity are considered to be of low value rendering the impact significance to be minor, the magnitude of change is small thus rendering the impact on the LR to be minor, or the impact significance can be reversed or mitigated so as to the render the residual impact to be minor.

11.15.10 LR4.2, and 4.3, Low-lying Woodlands, are expected to have residual impacts of Slight significance. As is the case for LR4.3, these impacts are considered reversible in that the LR predominantly falls within land that is zoned as DO or LO in the RODP. Through full-implementation of mitigation measures such as CM3, CM4, CM14, and OM1 ¡V all relating to tree and vegetation protection ¡V the impact on this LR can be reduced. For LR4.2, development of the site with sensitive design taking into account the existing context of woodland stands (where approx. 52 trees will be affected) can reduce the significance threshold in addition to the replacement of these woodlands via site greening requirements.

11.15.11 Many sub-LRs of LR9 Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage would experience Slight impacts because the overall vegetation quality and sensitivity of these LRs are low and the magnitude of change is Large. In the long-term, the quality and coverage of this vegetation would be replaced with much higher quality planting with overall greater amenity planted in individual sites, in amenity areas and open space sites. thus although some LRs may experience large impacts, the residual impact significance is considered Slight.

11.15.12 For LR14 Roadside Vegetation, there are expected to be Slight impacts on many of the sub-LRs. Many of the impacts can be reduced or eliminated when taking into consideration the proposed mitigation measures to transplant and preserve trees, where practical and reasonable, in addition to the proposed urban design framework that requires street trees lining all district distributor roads and local roads throughout the Project. The replacement of this existing vegetation with high-quality, native stock of street trees located in proper planting spaces with adequate width will fully mitigate and recover losses of trees predicted for these LRs while at the same time introducing new and additional greening with greater amenity value. Thus, the residual impact significance on these LRs is considered Slight.

Moderate (LR2.4, 2.6, 2.11, 4.11, 4.12, 5.5, 5.6, 8.8, 8.12, 8.14, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.6, 10.8, 10.11, 10.13, 14.3, 14.6, 14.9 & 17.2; and LCA2)

11.15.13 LR2.4 and 2.11 would be subject to Moderate impacts even after implementation of mitigation measures. LR2.4 comprises the wooded hillsides of the northern Project ridgeline. Here, the development of the OU (PBU+SWU) sites north of Road D1 would result in loss of woodland stands (approx. 340 trees) and require slope work to create flat sites for development. These impacts would affect only the low-lying sections of the hillsides and would not comprise the overall integrity and character of this LR given its large coverage, and thus the impacts are considered Moderate. LR2.11 falls within sites zoned GB in the RODP and thus will largely be retained in-situ without major adverse impact. However, the low-lying parts of these hillside woodlands fall outside the GB zones and would be subject to impacts significance due to development of roads and site preparation works that would result in loss of trees (approx. 141 trees) and slope works. These impacts are considered Moderate as they would be partially compensated via site greening measures for those adjacent to the GB zone.

11.15.14 LR2.6 Tung Tau Tsuen Hillside Woodland is considered to have residual impact significance of Moderate. The area of impact falls within land zoned DO with approx. 264 trees affected, thus through sensitive design and contextual development of this open space, the majority of this LR can be unaffected and thus be subject to minor residual impacts. It is recommended that the entire hillside area be retained with any slope works kept to an absolute minimum, and preservation of existing trees be maximised dependent on species diversity, quantity and quality. Further to this, the six numbers of Important Trees that fall within this LR are recommended to be retained in-situ on the hillside area in order to maintain the character and quality of this Landscape Resource.

11.15.15 LR5.5 San Wai Low-lying Shrub and Grassland comprises several small patches of grasslands. The westernmost area of grassland contains three numbers of Important Trees to be affected as a result of the construction of roads. Assuming full implementation of mitigation measures, specifically, that these trees be protected and transplanted to appropriate locations, the overall impact on this resource can be reduced to Moderate as the only loss will be shrub and grassland species easily compensated via site greening requirements.

11.15.16 LR5.6 consists of trees and vegetation located in sites zoned Open Space on the RODP. While the Magnitude of Change on this LR is considered Large with approx. 91 trees affected, implementation of the proposed mitigation measures would reduce the significance threshold to a residual impact significance of Moderate. Recommended measures include preserving and maintaining existing trees and vegetation in-situ to the fullest extent where practical and feasible. This will help to reduce the impact on the LR while also maintaining some context for the future development of this recreation site.

11.15.17 Many sub-LRs of LR9 Vegetation within Industrial Land / Open Storage would experience Moderate impacts because the overall vegetation quality and sensitivity of these LRs are low and the magnitude of change is Large. In the long-term, the quality and coverage of this vegetation would be replaced with much higher quality planting with overall greater amenity planted in individual sites, in amenity areas and open space sites. thus although some LRs may experience large impacts, the residual impact significance is considered Moderate.

11.15.18 For LR10 Watercourse, Moderate impacts are predicted for LR10.3, 10.6, 10.8, 10.13. Each of these nullahs is impacted as a result of them being covered over to make way for development sites. For LR 10.3 and 10.8, the entire length and water area of the nullah is predicted to be lost due to construction of the ELFS and site preparation works. There is no way to mitigate these impacts, but are given their low sensitivity rating, the residual impact is predicted to only be Moderate.

11.15.19 For LR10.6 and 10.13, limited sections of these nullahs will be permanently lost due to site formation works, roads construction, and other activities while the remaining sections are proposed to be upgraded and developed into ecological riverine corridors as part of the District Open Space framework. These LRs are considered to be of Medium sensitivity, and due to only partial sections being covered over, the residual impacts are predicted to be Moderate. However, the final residual impact significance is predicted to be Enhanced as implementation of the proposed open space framework will ultimately upgrade the character and quality of these LRs.

11.15.20 LR14.3 comprises roadside vegetation along Tin Ying Road. As Ting Ying Road is to be removed to make way for the continuous waterfront promenade, it is predicted that there will be a large Magnitude of change on this LR with approx. 2717 trees affected. However given the space is to be developed into open space, impacts can be reduced via implementation of the proposed mitigation measures such as CM3, CM4, CM14, and OM1 ¡V all relating to tree and vegetation protection. The residual impact on this LR can be reduced by developing the waterfront open space with sensitive design taking into account the existing context and tree stands and retaining as many as reasonably practical.

Substantial (LR4.1, 4.8, 4.10, 5.3, 5.9, 6.6, 6.8, 6.10, 8.19, 9.10, 10.12 & 14.13)

11.15.21 LR4.1, 4.8 & 4.10 are low-lying woodlands with approx. 1489 trees that would be lost due to site preparation works, construction of access roads, and construction of the EFTS. With full implementation of mitigation measures, some of the trees could be retained in-situ however this would be reliant on private developers¡¦ individual Tree Felling Applications. Ultimately, even with transplanting and retaining of trees, the woodland areas would be severely fragmented as a result of new developments and thus the quality and character of the LR would be lost, resulting in a residual impact significance predicted to be Substantial. Mitigation in the form of sensitive landscape design taking into account the existing context of woodland stands can reduce the impact to a degree by retaining as many trees as possible, and, when coupled with the future amenity planting that would be required as part of site greening requirements, would eventually provide a complimentary, although dissimilar, landscape resource.

11.15.22 Similar impacts on LR5.3, 5.9 would result as for LR4 above: While implementation of mitigation measures would slightly reduce the impact significance and residual impacts on these LRs, the result would be fragmented grass/shrublands significantly reduced from their baseline conditions. Thus, the residual impacts on these LRs are predicted to be Substantial. Mitigation in the form of sensitive landscape design taking into account the existing context of shrub and grassland can further reduce the impact significance by retaining these LRs where possible, and, when coupled with the future amenity planting that would be required as part of site greening requirements, would eventually provide a complimentary, although dissimilar, landscape resource.

11.15.23 LR6.8 consists of trees and vegetation located in sites zoned Open Space on the RODP. While the Magnitude of Change on this LR is considered Large with approx. 26 trees affected, implementation of the proposed mitigation measures would reduce the significance threshold to a residual impact significance of Substantial. Recommended measures include preserving and maintaining existing trees and vegetation in-situ, specifically the one Important Tree located within LR6.8, to the fullest extent where practical and feasible. This will help to reduce the impact on the LRs while also maintaining some context for the future development of these recreation sites.

11.15.24 LR6.6 and 6.10 are two agricultural areas located in the southern area of the Project in the vicinity of the Civic and Commercial Hub and the Regional Plaza. These LRs have a sensitivity level rated as High and Medium, respectively, and the magnitude of change imposed on them as a result of development is considered to be Large. Given the permanent, irreversible loss of this resource (i.e. some trees and vegetation may be retained in-situ, but otherwise all agricultural vegetation removed with approx. 1091 trees affected), no level of mitigation will reduce the impact significance threshold in order to reduce the residual impacts predicted. Some agricultural land is reserved within Site 2-32 DO, however it is not large enough to compensate the loss of this resource. Mitigation in the form of sensitive landscape design taking into account the existing trees and shrub vegetation can reduce the impact to a degree, and, when coupled with the future amenity planting that would be required as part of site greening requirements, would eventually provide a complimentary, although dissimilar, landscape resource.

11.15.25 LR8.19 consists of mainly trees within the village of Yick Yuen Tsuen that would be lost due to site preparation works (approx. 350 trees affected), construction of access roads, and construction of the EFTS. Its sensitivity is considered Medium and magnitude of change predicted to be Large. With full implementation of mitigation measures, some of the trees could be retained in-situ, however this would be reliant on private developers¡¦ individual Tree Felling Applications. Ultimately, even with transplanting and retaining of trees, the tree coverage would be severely fragmented as a result of new developments and thus the quality and character of the LR would be lost, resulting in a residual impact significance predicted to be Substantial. Mitigation in the form of sensitive landscape design taking into account the existing context of tree stands can reduce the impact to a degree by retaining as many trees as possible, and, when coupled with the future amenity planting that would be required as part of site greening requirements, would eventually provide a complimentary, although dissimilar, landscape resource.

11.15.26 LR9.10 consists of an open storage area defined by the outline of WRL and vegetation along boundaries and roads. Vegetation comprises mostly self-seeded semi-mature trees with wild understory planting. Its sensitivity is considered Medium and magnitude of change predicted to be Large. Two important trees are located within this LR, among a total of approximately 245 trees. The quality and character of the LR will severely impacted by development, even with transplantation and retention of trees. The impact significance predicted to be Substantial. Mitigation in the form of sensitive landscape design taking into account the existing context of tree stands can reduce the impact by retaining as many trees as possible. Such an approach, in conjunction with compensatory planting and site greening, would eventually provide an attractive landscape resource.

11.15.27 LR10.12 comprises three separate smaller nullahs that drain into LR10.11, Tin Sam Channel. Residual impacts are predicted to be Substantial for this LR for similar reasons as 10.11. The southern nullah, totalling approximately 430 m in length, will be subject to permanent, irreversible impacts due to being covered for development of the Regional Plaza. The northern nullah, totalling 420 m in length, will also be permanently lost due to construction of sites in the Civic and Commercial Hub. This northern nullah contains three numbers of Important Trees that are recommended to be retained in-situ as they are circumscribed by local open space in the RODP. The middle nullah will be subject to permanent coverage of some smaller sections as well as realignment of a 230 m section. This realigned section will be developed as part of the district open space framework as an ecological riverine corridors. While the sensitivity of this LR is regarded as low, the large magnitude of change and subsequent permanent loss of numerous sections results in a residual impact significance predicted to be Substantial, even with the enhancement of one of the three nullahs. Further to this, while the three numbers of Important Trees are to be retained in-situ, the loss of the section of nullah they are adjacent to means the trees will likely be further affected due to change in water table, and subsequent additional measures must be sought to ensure their survival and health.

11.15.28 LR14.13 comprises three intermittent stands of trees along Yick Yuen Road. While not continuous along the roadway, this LR extends from castle Peak Road to the east to the WRl alignment to the West. Existing vegetation consists of mature and semi-mature trees of various species, some planted and others naturally colonized. Approximately 19 trees have been identified within this LR, and its sensitivity is rated Medium. Impacts can be reduced via implementation of the proposed mitigation measures, including those related to tree and vegetation protection, and compensatory planting, however the residual impact significance on this LR will still be considered Substantial.

Overall Summary: Landscape Impacts

11.15.29 The residual landscape impacts during the Operational Phase consist largely of loss of vegetation and fragmentation of some LRs. Approximately 13,721 trees will be affected by the proposed development of the Project. This loss of vegetation, however, will only be temporary as it will be replaced by new and/or compensatory planting. The concepts enshrined in the urban design framework create many opportunities to introduce new planting and woodlands in areas of open space such as the Regional Park or along the ecological riverine corridors, in addition to site greening on private lots. The reinstated vegetation is recommended to consist largely of native or naturalised species so as to enhance the ecological integrity and biodiversity of the Project. Where feasible, areas should be restored back to native shrub and woodland plantings in order to compensate for of the loss of native vegetation. The provision of roadside Amenity zones provides room for this type of planting. Furthermore, as indicated in the EIA Executive Summary, implementation of Green Initiatives may further attenuate landscape impacts resulting from the Project.

11.15.30 The implementation of mitigation measures during the construction and operation phases help to reduce the impacts imposed on the Landscape Resources and Landscape Character Areas, however not enough to reduce the impact significance on the landscape. The residual ¡¥mitigation¡¦ will be via the creation of new landscape resources as the result of new developments and their site greening and amenity plantings, new high quality street trees and roadside vegetation along all district distributor and local roads, and the aforementioned trees and plantings within new open space sites and riverine corridors. Collectively the new town will bring forth both impacts and new amenity that seeks to balance new development with ample greening and well-designed public space.

11.15.31 The residual landscape impacts during the operational phases are perceived to be adverse for all of the LRs except for LR10 Watercourse. Disturbances during the construction phase would cause temporary impacts to LR10.1 and 10.10, but during the operation phase, these LRs would be Enhanced as implementation of the proposed Open Space Framework would upgrade the quality of these resources. Furthermore, LR10.2, 10.4, 10.11, 10.12, and 10.13 would be subject to permanent, irreversible impacts due to partial coverage and subsequent loss of sections of the water course. However, due to implementation of the proposed Open Space Framework, the overall impact on these resources would be Enhanced via new amenity and native plantings, enhanced nullah edges and recreation zones along the lengths of these nullahs.

Summary of Predicted Visual Impacts in the Construction & Operation phase

11.15.32 The primary impacts during the construction phase will be the construction of high-rise towers and medium-rise buildings, the construction of new roads and associated infrastructure, and change in visual outlook. The residual magnitude of change in the operation phase would range from:

None (RES23, 31, 43; REC18, 21, 22, 23, 29, 32, 33; O12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19)

11.15.33 Three Residential VSRs, and six Occupational VSRs (such as teachers and students at Yau Tze Tin Memorial College, workers and patients at Castle Peak Hospital) are located at distances from the Project such that views towards any future development are obscured by existing buildings, vegetation and topography, causing no visual impact on these VSRs. Likewise, seven Recreational VSRs (including users of Fung Tei Garden and Yeung King Playground) are far enough removed or isolated from the sources of visual impact that they will experience no visual impact.

Insubstantial (RES30, 33, 39, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45; REC25, 26, 27, 30; T28, T33, T34; O5, 8, 14, 21, 23)

11.15.34 Eight Residential VSRs (such as residents in Pak Nai, Tuen Mun Town Plaza, and Wong Nai Tun Tsuen) and five Occupational VSRs (such as workers at Oyster Farms in Deep Bay, Industrial area north of Yuen Long, and Tung Tau Industrial Area) are situated at distances that afford insubstantial views towards the Project due to obstruction by existing structures, vegetation and topography. Three Recreational VSRs are positioned in a prominent enough location to gain slight glimpses of the Project between existing buildings, but when the sensitivity rating and mitigation measures are considered, the visual impact is insubstantial. Three Travelling VSRs are at such distances from the Project that commuters would experience slight intermittent background views of the sources of visual impact, such that the magnitude of change would be insubstantial. Five Occupational VSRs experience glimpses of the project but when the sensitivity and mitigation measures are considered the visual impact is insubstantial.

Slight (RES26, 27, 28, 29, 34, 35, 37, 51, 52; REC3, 9, 20, 21, 28, 31; T14, 24, 25, 26, 27, 35; O3, 4, 7, 13)

11.15.35 Nine Residential VSRs and four Occupational VSRs are at close enough distances or positioned in prominent locations to allow for slight to partial views towards the Project. With all the planning mitigation measures described above (detailed in Table 11.8 and 11.9) considered, the Project is predicted to cause a slight impact to these viewers. Likewise, there are six Recreational VSRs (including Hikers on Kai Shan, Ho Hok Shan, and users of Tin Shui Road Park) that will experience a slight magnitude of change due to the limited views and implementation of the planned mitigation measures. Six Travelling VSRs transit close enough to the Project to gain slight to partial views of the development, but are afforded many alternative views along their journeys such that the visual impact is slight.

Moderate (RES7, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 36, 38, 48, 49, 50; REC2, 4, 14, 16, 24; T1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 29, 31, 32; O1, 2, 6, 9, 10, 11, 20, 22)

11.15.36 Thirteen Residential VSRs are at close enough distances (such as residents in Siu Hong Court) or positioned in prominent locations to allow for partial views towards the Project (such as residents in Grandeur Gardens). These VSRs retain enough alternative views that when considered with the planning mitigation measures, the Project is predicted to cause a moderate impact. Eight Occupational VSRs are positioned very close (such as teachers and students at Shung Tak Catholic English College, Ho Dao College) or within the Project (such as workers in Ping Shan Industria Area) such that they would experience partial to full views of the development. When considering the sensitivity of these VSRs and the planning mitigation measures, the Project is predicted to cause a moderate impact. Five Recreational VSRs are positioned at such close proximity (such as users of Nai Wai Soccer Pitch) or cover such a large area that they have recurring views towards the Project (such as hikers along Tai Lam Country Park Trails) that the predicted magnitude of change is moderate. Eighteen Travelling VSRs transit closely or with direct views towards the Project (such as motorists on Fuk Hang Tsuen Road), yet retain enough alternative views along their journey such that the predicted magnitude of change is moderate.

Substantial (RES1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22, 32, 46, 47; REC1, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19; T1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 30, 36)

11.15.37 Nineteen Residential VSRs will experience substantial visual impacts from the Project despite mitigation measures. This is largely due to the scale of proposed development within the Project and proximity of the VSRs to the sources of impact, with viewers located either close by or within the Project. As a result, views are full and in some cases all-encompassing for those within the Project. Mitigation measures are not able to adequately compensate for such a substantial magnitude of change for these highly sensitive VSRs. Eleven Recreational VSRs will also experience substantial visual impacts, some of which sit within the Project (such as users of Ping Ha Road Garden, Sik Kong Tsuen Playground, Ha Tsuen Football Field) and others are afforded prolonged and recurring views toward the Project (such hikers along Castle Peak Trails). Likewise, nine Travelling VSRs intersect or pass through the Project such that their views will be significantly altered for long durations of their journey, causing a substantial magnitude of change.

Overall Summary: Visual Impacts

11.15.38 A large proportion of Residential VSRs, Recreational VSRs, and Travelling VSRs will experience substantial visual impacts from the Project despite mitigation measures. This is largely due to the scale of proposed development within the Project and proximity of the VSRs to the sources of impact, with viewers located either close by or within the Project. As a result, views are full and in some case all-encompassing for those within the Project. In the case of Recreational VSRs, several are afforded prolonged and recurring views toward the Project (such as hikers along Castle Peak Trails). For Travelling VSRs, substantial impacts arise for those VSRs travelling along roads that intersect or pass through the Project such that their views will be significantly altered for long durations of their journey, causing a substantial magnitude of change. In the case of cyclists along roadways, their higher sensitivity due to a slower travel speed and heightened awareness of their surroundings results in pronounced and prolonged exposure to visual impacts.

11.15.39 Mitigation measures are not able to adequately compensate for such a substantial magnitude of change for these highly sensitive VSRs. However, the overall change that is to occur as a result of development of the Project will ultimately bring about positive change. The transformation of the Project from what is presently a brownfield site into a contemporary, planned community with varying District Character Areas, zones for residential, commerce and industry, and applicable landscape treatments for different Character Areas will result in strong visual interest and character and improved visual outlook for the majority of VSRs. Added to this, numerous breezeways and view corridors planned along riverine corridors and fung shui corridors enshrined in the urban design framework will add visual interest to the development and provide it a contextual setting and connection to the broader HSK and TSW area. The relationship of building heights to surrounding developments and villages will also result in strong visual character and contextual design. The urban design framework sets forth a number of planning and urban design concepts intended to influence the form, scale and overall visual character of the Project with the intention to develop a holistic and visually dynamic new town arising from what is presently a brownfield site.

Overall Conclusion

11.15.40 In order to improve the overall quality of development within the Project, mitigate against adverse impacts, and to compensate and enhance existing landscape resources and VSRs, including existing villages, a number of key planning and urban design concepts are enshrined in the Master Urban Design Plan, the Landscape Master Plan and the Revised RODP. The transformation of what is presently a large brownfield site set within a rural landscape setting will bring with it great changes. The proposed planning and urban design framework for the project, as described in Section 11.5, will intrinsically enhance the visual and landscape characters of the new town development; ensure ample public benefit, green space, and environmentally-sound principles are a key urban design considerations throughout the Project; and, contribute to creating a vibrant, liveable and green new town.

11.15.41 Landscape and visual mitigation works in relation to the Project during the construction stage rely heavily on the minimisation of the footprint of the works area, avoidance of significant topographical changes together with the retention, protection and compensatory planting of trees / vegetation. These measures if deployed have the capacity to reduce, in most cases, the level of residual impact experienced by the VSRs, LRs and LCAs at the construction stage. Further to this, the felling of trees (approx. 13,721 will be affected) will occur in phases over the course of construction of the Project, rather than all at once. Therefore, not all trees will be impacted at the same time. Tree compensation within the HSK NDA will be provided at a 1:1 ratio. This means that for every tree that is removed, a new one will be planted. Furthermore, trees affected by DPs will be compensated within their respective DP areas. By the time the build-out of the Project is complete, the first phase of trees will already have reached 10yrs age and height, thus their positive impacts will be felt even before completion of the Project. Future tree compensation proposal and landscape design will refer to the greening master plan.

11.15.42 The urban design framework is an intrinsic part of the Project that must be viewed in connection with proposed mitigation measures. While not all impacts can be fully reduced or eliminated through the implementation of mitigation measures, the urban design framework goes further by specifically outlining and dedicating areas for open space, riverine corridor development, fung shui and view corridors, and greenbelt areas that will result in the creation of new, positive LRs with positive visual outlooks for VSRs. The urban design framework also provides guidelines on building heights, massing and scale in order to address the visual change that will result from new buildings and provide contextual, sensitive treatment to the surrounding developments. The measures sought in the urban design framework work in unison with mitigation measures to ensure that a quality, green, and attractive new town replaces the existing mix of industrial storage yards and agricultural plots that presently exist with the goal of realising a positive impact as a result of the new town development.

11.15.43 Overall, assuming full implementation of mitigation measures in combination with the key urban design and planning proposals outlined above, the residual landscape and visual impacts are perceived to be Acceptable with Mitigation Measures as outlined in Annex 10 of the Technical Memorandum on Environmental Impact Assessment Process (EIAO, Cap.499, S.16), provided that appropriate mitigation measures are implemented during the construction and operation phases of the Project.