Urban Renewal Authority 2018-19 Annual Report

63 CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY Promoting Walkability Health promotion is an obvious benefit from a walkable urban neighbourhood. A walkable urban neighbourhood can also ease the pressure on transport infrastructure, reduce car dependency, alleviate traffic congestion, and support the local economy and mixed communities. To achieve a walkable neighbourhood, the concept of pedestrian priority must be embraced in all levels of planning and design. In line with planning objectives, the URA is exploring pedestrian-friendly designs to promote walkability in its district-based approach and the Yau Mong District Study. Redevelopment projects in To Kwa Wan district, launched under the district-based approach, will create a pedestrian-friendly neighbourhood through restructuring and re-planning the existing pedestrian and vehicular traffic network. Pedestrian connectivity is also being realised between the URA’s existing facilities and new projects, such as the community corridor in the revamped “H6 CONET” described in the Operating Review. We aim to cultivate a healthy and low-carbon neighbourhood and elevate the urban quality of life. “H6 CONET” re-opens the connection with six nearby streets, promoting walkability. Des Voeux Road Central Jubilee Street Gilman’s Bazaar Gilman Street Wing On Street Tung Man Street Tit Hong Lane Hing Lung Street