ROAD TRAFFIC (TRAFFIC CONTROL) REGULATIONS (CHAPTER 374)

Temporary Restricted Zones at Battery Street, Yau Ma Tei

     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 27 July 2018 to 31 January 2019, the following sections at Battery Street will be temporarily designated as restricted zones 24 hours daily:-

(a) the western kerbside lane of Battery Street from a point about 85 metres north of its junction with Kansu Street to its junction with Reclamation Street; and
(b) the eastern kerbside lane of Battery Street from a point about 55 metres north of its junction with Kansu Street to its junction with Reclamation Street.

     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.

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

     At the same time, the existing restricted zones on the above road sections will be temporarily rescinded.

CHAN Mable Commissioner for Transport