Discovery Bay Taxi Access Plan Sparks Resident Fury Over Safety and Consultation
Source: scmp.com
- Developers proposed full taxi access to Discovery Bay, a car-free residential area on Lantau Island.
- Many residents oppose it, fearing more traffic and safety risks on narrow, pedestrian-focused roads.
- A petition demands three-month consultation and alternatives like better shuttle services.
Discovery Bay residents are pushing back against a plan to let taxis freely enter their low-traffic, family-oriented community. The proposal adds taxi ranks and point-to-point services, but locals worry it will ruin the area's safe, walkable design. This debate highlights tensions between convenience for some and preserving a unique living environment for thousands.