Officials announced on Friday that more than 75 percent of homeowners of the only building in Wang Fuk Court not directly hit by last year's inferno are in favour of selling their flats, making them eligible for a government buyout plan that also covers the other seven damaged blocks.

According to the government, 77.8 percent of homeowners of Wang Chi House have signed a "Letter of Acceptance" confirming their intention to sell their titles, exceeding the 75 percent threshold of the buyout.

"The feedback from Wang Chi House owners has been encouraging and positive, reflecting that the long-term housing arrangement plan offered by the government is attractive and can effectively assist owners in resolving the various uncertainties and complexities that they are facing," a spokesman said in a statement.

The government said earlier three-quarters of Wang Chi House owners must indicate their interest to sell by June 30 for the offer to be binding.

Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong, who's in charge of a task force on emergency accommodation arrangements for Wang Fuk Court residents, told reporters that extending the buyout to Wang Chi House helped to address the concerns of homeowners there.

"Many owners have psychological scars and don't want to return to live there. Some are also worried that their units may not be able to sell smoothly on the private market in the future," Wong said.

"With this government measure, we feel we have addressed the concerns of many Wang Chi House owners. We also hope it will help ease the worries they have previously expressed."

As for the other seven blocks, 78.4 percent of homeowners had signed letters of acceptance as of Friday. "The acquisition work has been making good progress," the government spokesman said.

Owners can opt for a cash payment or flat-for-flat arrangement.
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Last updated: 2026-06-26 HKT 17:03



Edited by Edmond Fong