Explores the process of decision making by the government to revise the Town Planning Amendment Bill 2003. Designed to ensure a balance between facilitation and increased public participation in urban planning review process introduces more variability in terms of solutions and the application process. Amendment, thus increasing uncertainty, given that the special interests and public officials have wide discretion in determining the type, pace and nature of development at the district level. Determines the effect of increasing uncertainty and delays. The results provide a practical framework for policy discussion and business strategy. "Hide
by Ka-Fu Wong, Alexandra Yiu, Carola Ramon-Berjano Source: University of Hong Kong, 21 pages. Publication Date: January 28, 2005. Prod. #: HKU379-PDF-ENG