Re-appointment of Executive Director of URA

The Urban Renewal Authority (URA) today (8 July 2026) welcomes the Government’s re-appointment of Mr Wilfred Au Chun-ho as the Executive Director of the Urban Renewal Authority (URA) for another term of three years with effect from 15 July 2026.

Mr Au will continue to take up the position of Executive Director (Commercial), supporting the URA Managing Director in formulating policies and implementation frameworks to advance urban renewal projects and their associated financial arrangements. 

The URA Chairman, Mr Chow Chung-kong, and Managing Director, Ar Donald Choi, welcome Mr Au’s reappointment.  Mr Chow said, “Over the past three years, Wilfred has led the URA team in driving several urban renewal projects and supported the Government in advancing district-based planning studies.  He introduced the ‘Development Facilitation Services’, enhancing transparency of redevelopment projects and enabling more informed participation by developers.

By integrating diverse urban renewal strategies, Wilfred has led efforts towards revitalising the built environment, promoting initiatives that enhance local economic activity and strengthen community linkages in older districts, including Central and Sheung Wan, as well as Kowloon City.  This integrated approach effectively improves the outcomes of urban regeneration and elevates the overall value of the districts concerned.

The Board and I look forward to continuing to work closely with him to advance the important mission of urban renewal, in particular the ongoing review of the URA’s financing and operating model, with a view to promoting sustainable development and addressing the challenges of urban renewal going forward.”

(ENDS)