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FAQ



ENVIRONMENT

How would you protect the beautiful, natural environment of South Lamma and the habitats of indigenous animals (Romer's Tree Frogs, Sham Wan Beach's Green Turtles, etc)? We have carefully studied the site and undertake detailed assessments of the ecological value of every parts of the site. We opine that the existing largely abandoned agricultural land and the adjoining foot hills together with the perennial streams are of relatively higher ecological value than the hill slopes on either sides. Therefore the development should occupy the hill slopes leaving the central strips as a “Conservation Corridor”. We are discussing with interested experts to look into characteristic pockets within this Conservation Corridor and explore their potential for research, education or simply public enjoyment. The existing footpath within the Conservation Corridor will be retained and improved; and general public will be free to visit the different facilities or take part in various “interest” or “educational” classes/activities organized by the managing organizations. The “Conservation Corridor” at southern part of the site will extend to the Sham Wan SSSI to make sure the Green Turtle habitat is properly protected. A green turtle research facility can in fact be established there, managed by specialist, to undertake researches into preserving the endangered species. The Conservation Corridor is a key feature within the development. It not only conserves the indigenous flora and fauna species but also the cultural heritage that remain within the largely abandoned and derelict village compound within and adjoining the Conservation Corridor. Our objective is to restore these for benefit of the visitors, which is in fact complementary to the overall sustainable concept of the whole development. The proposed residential and resort portion of the development will comprise terraced building of not more than 4 storey high. They will be carefully design and landscaped to blend in well with the surrounding landscape. We shall be using natural material and local fauna species for hard and soft landscaping as well as for the access roads and paths. Therefore, the beautiful and natural environment of Southern Lamma is enhanced and indigenous flora and fauna habits are mindfully protected.