Official notice30 Oct 2026· Building repair
Government announces comprehensive reform of building maintenance regulatory and support services
The Development Bureau and the Housing Bureau have announced comprehensive reforms to building maintenance regulation and support services, including the establishment of a dedicated maintenance support body and legislative amendments to tighten contractor and professional qualifications while raising penalties for violations. The reforms also split mandatory inspection and supervision roles and restructure the Buildings Department to step up enforcement.
Key points
- Establish a new building maintenance support agency providing free resources and full-process paid services
- Amend the Buildings Ordinance to classify major repairs as a new category and substantially increase penalties
- Mandate that building inspections and subsequent supervision must be handled by different professionals
- Tighten contractor and professional registration systems with immediate removal for bribery or competition offences
Registers: General building contractor, Specialist (ventilation)
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