ROAD TRAFFIC (TRAFFIC CONTROL) REGULATIONS
(Chapter 374)

Restricted Zones in Mong Kok

              In exercise of the powers vested in me under regulation 14(1)(b) of the Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations, Chapter 374, I hereby direct that with effect from 10.00 am on 6 November 2009, the following road sections in Mong Kok will be designated restricted zones from 7.00 am to 7.00 pm daily:

(a) the southern kerbside lane of Playing Field Road from its junction with Portland Street to a point about 10 metres east of the same junction; and
(b) the eastern kerbside lane of Portland Street from its junction with Playing Field Road to a point about 15 metres south of the same junction.

              Within the restricted zones, drivers of all motor vehicles, except franchised buses and those with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport, will be prohibited from:

  (a)  picking up or setting down passengers; or
  (b)  loading or unloading goods.

              At the same time, the existing restricted zones on the above road sections will be rescinded.

              The extent of the restricted zones will be indicated by appropriate traffic signs and road markings.

Joseph Y T LAI Commissioner for Transport