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rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.rvd.gov.hk/en/our_services/rates.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Rates"> <h4>Rates</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Owners and occupiers of properties in Hong Kong are liable to pay rates. Learn more about how rateable value is assessed, how to make payment, and how you can raise objections to a valuation or revaluation. Forms for serving notices of objection and proposals are also available for download here.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/rate/governmentrent.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Government Rent"> <h4>Government Rent</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Learn about the types of Government rent and where to find more information.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/rate/ervdbillservice.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="eRVD Bill Service"> <h4>eRVD Bill Service</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Use this online service to receive the electronic demand for rates and/or Government rent issued around early January, April, July and October every year.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.rvdpi.gov.hk/epayment/public/pihHome.do?req_locale=en_US" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Online Enquiries on Rateable Value of Properties"> <h4>Online Enquiries on Rateable Value of Properties</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Use this online service to check the rateable value of properties for the latest three years of assessment as recorded in the Valuation List and Government Rent Roll.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/rate/ratesenquiry.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Online Enquiries on Rates and Government Rent Balance"> <h4>Online Enquiries on Rates and Government Rent Balance</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Use this online service to make enquiries on your rates and Government rent account balance for payment purposes.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/rate/changepayers.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Change of Rates and Government Rent Payer's Particulars"> <h4>Change of Rates and Government Rent Payer's Particulars</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Submit your request for a change of rates and/or Government rent payer's particulars via this online service.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://eforms.rvd.gov.hk/eform/apps/STATUS/abs_status_redirect.jsp?lang=en" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Enquiry on Progress of Submitted Change of Payer’s Particular Request"> <h4>Enquiry on Progress of Submitted Change of Payer’s Particular Request</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Enter your transaction reference No. to enquire the progress of submitted change of payer’s particular request.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_rate"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://eforms.rvd.gov.hk/eform/apps/RVD-eform-intro.jsp" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Online Submission of Forms Relating to Rates, Government Rent and Tenancy Matters"> <h4>Online Submission of Forms Relating to Rates, Government Rent and Tenancy Matters</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Submit online forms in connection with objections to rating or Government rent assessments, provision of particulars of tenements and endorsement of new lettings or renewal agreements.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Fire Safety in Buildings</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/code.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Codes of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment and Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment"> <h4>Codes of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment and Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can download the Code of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment, and the Code of Practice for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment here.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/source/safety/Fire_Safety_Bldgs_Pamphlet.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="An Introduction to the Fire Safety (Buildings) Ordinance Cap. 572 (PDF File)"> <h4>An Introduction to the Fire Safety (Buildings) Ordinance Cap. 572 (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Building owners/occupiers of composite buildings and domestic buildings built before 1987 are required to improve and/or upgrade the building fire service installations to the modern standards.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/premise_type.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Compliance with Fire Safety Requirements in Various Licensed / Registered Premises"> <h4>Compliance with Fire Safety Requirements in Various Licensed / Registered Premises</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Details about fire safety requirements, important advice, common irregularities and performance targets for food premises, places of public entertainment, school premises / child care centre and dangerous goods premises can be found in this webpage.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/source/notices/fsils.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Loans for Fire Safety Improvement Works"> <h4>Loans for Fire Safety Improvement Works</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>The Building Safety Loan Scheme provides assistance for owners in improving fire or structural safety of their premises or buildings. You can click here for details.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/eng/source/FSIC_list_eng.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Registered Fire Service Installation Contractors (PDF File)"> <h4>Registered Fire Service Installation Contractors (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can check out this webpage for the classification of FSI contractors, registration procedures and the list of contractors, etc.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/source/safety/rubbish_bins.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Guidelines on Placing Rubbish Bins in Common Areas of Buildings (PDF File)"> <h4>Guidelines on Placing Rubbish Bins in Common Areas of Buildings (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>These guidelines set out a common standard of placing rubbish bins in common areas and staircase of domestic or composite buildings to ensure fire safety and hygiene.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_fire"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/eng/enquiry.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Contact Us"> <h4>Contact Us</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can view this webpage for the information about making general enquiries / complaints or reporting fire safety offences.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Electricity & Gas</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/electricity_safety/periodic_test_for_fixed_electrical_installations/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Periodic Test for Fixed Electrical Installations in Buildings"> <h4>Periodic Test for Fixed Electrical Installations in Buildings</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Owners of electrical installations, including owners’ corporations, the building management agents, landlords, occupiers and tenants, shall have their installations inspected, tested and certified periodically. This webpage provides relevant information for the public and electrical trade members.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/electricity_safety/registers/registered_electrical_contractors/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Search for Registered Electrical Contractors"> <h4>Search for Registered Electrical Contractors</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Here you can check information on and the authenticity of registered electrical contractors listed in the registers.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/electricity_safety/registers/registered_electrical_workers/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Search for Registered Electrical Workers"> <h4>Search for Registered Electrical Workers</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can search this register for the information on and the authenticity of electrical workers registered.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/gas_safety/gas_safety_tips_to_users/inspections_and_maintenance_of_service_risers/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Safety Tips for Gas Service Risers and Installation Pipes"> <h4>Safety Tips for Gas Service Risers and Installation Pipes</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>As owner, you should arrange to conduct regular inspections and maintenance of service risers and installation pipes to ensure gas safety. This webpage provides relevant information for the public and gas trade members.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_261/overall_RGC.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="List of Registered Gas Contractors (PDF File)"> <h4>List of Registered Gas Contractors (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Owner of a service riser and an installation pipe should employ a registered gas contractor to arrange for regular inspection or maintenance for gas installation. You can find a list of registered gas contractors here.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/gas_safety/registers/registered_gas_installers_search/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Search for Registered Gas Installers"> <h4>Search for Registered Gas Installers</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can check from this register the authenticity of gas installers and the types of work they can carry out by entering his / her registration number and name.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_electricity"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_284/gas_pipes_estate_mgt_en.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Avoiding Danger from Gas Pipes (Guide to Estate Management Companies) (PDF File)"> <h4>Avoiding Danger from Gas Pipes (Guide to Estate Management Companies) (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This leaflet provides guidance to estate management companies on how to take reasonable measures to supervise refurbishment works that involve excavation near gas pipes within the estate boundary.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Lifts</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/lifts_and_escalators_safety/responsible_persons_corner/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Responsible Persons’ Corner – Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter618)"> <h4>Responsible Persons’ Corner – Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter618)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This webpage provides sample tender specification and guidelines for lift/escalator maintenance to assist building owners and management agencies to procure maintenance services.  Information such as Contractors’ Performance Rating, maintenance price information of lifts at Government premises, guidelines and promotional videos related to lift and escalator can also be downloaded in this webpage for the responsible persons to manage the lift and escalator maintenance works.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_803/RP_Guidebook_Lift_Instltn.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Guidebook for Responsible Persons for Lifts (PDF File)"> <h4>Guidebook for Responsible Persons for Lifts (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Check out this Guidebook for the operation and maintenance of lifts, including legislative requirements, points to note on daily operation, handling of emergencies, contractual and maintenance issues, etc.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/lifts_and_escalators_safety/registers/registered_lift_and_escalator_contractors/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="List of Registered Lift and Escalator Contractors"> <h4>List of Registered Lift and Escalator Contractors</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Check out the list for the addresses, telephone and fax numbers of registered lift and escalator contractors.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/en/lifts_and_escalators_safety/responsible_persons_corner/safe_use_of_lifts_escalators/index.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Safe Use of Lifts and Escalators"> <h4>Safe Use of Lifts and Escalators</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>You can refer to this webpage for the basic guidelines for the safe use of lifts and escalators.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_826/lft_escltr_ordnc_cap618%20(Renew).pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Leaflet – Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter 618) (PDF File)"> <h4>Leaflet – Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter 618) (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>The Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter 618) (“the Ordinance”) has been coming into operation in December 2012 and repeals the Lifts and Escalators (Safety) Ordinance (Chapter 327).  This leaflet outlines the key measures of the Ordinance.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_826/Modernising_Lifts%20(Renew).pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Guidelines for Modernising Existing Lifts (PDF File)"> <h4>Guidelines for Modernising Existing Lifts (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>These Guidelines aim to help lift owners implement enhancement and modernisation solutions to make their existing lifts more safe, effective, reliable, and comfortable.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.emsd.gov.hk/filemanager/tc/content_826/emsd_Mcdull_booklet-final.pdf" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Guidelines for Safe Use of Lifts and Escalators (PDF File)"> <h4>Guidelines for Safe Use of Lifts and Escalators (PDF File)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This leaflet shows the safety guidelines for use of lifts and escalators</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_lift"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/employment/registration/wbrs.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="EMSD Web-based Registration Services"> <h4>EMSD Web-based Registration Services</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Use this online service on MyGovHK to submit electronic applications to EMSD for selected services such as Application for a Use Permit Permitting a Lift to Continue to be Used and Operated, Application for a Use Permit Permitting an Escalator to Continue to be Used and Operated under the relevant statutory controls.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_corporation"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Owner's Corporation</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_corporation"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.buildingmgt.gov.hk/en/Policy_and_Legislation/policy.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Building Management Legislation"> <h4>Building Management Legislation</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Look for a comprehensive list of ordinances relating to building management in Hong Kong.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_corporation"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.buildingmgt.gov.hk/en/Formation_of_Owners_Corporation/foc.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Forming an Owners' Corporation"> <h4>Forming an Owners' Corporation</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Find out how to form an Owners' Corporation and the advice and assistance the Home Affairs Department can offer. Various sample documents and government forms are also available for download.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_corporation"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.buildingmgt.gov.hk/en/Daily_Operation_of_Building_Management/fm.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Financial Management, Procurement and Insurance of Building Management"> <h4>Financial Management, Procurement and Insurance of Building Management</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This webpage covers aspects of financial budget, control of accounts, tendering procedures including the code of practice on procurement of supplies, goods and services, and the third party risks insurance, etc.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_corporation"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.buildingmgt.gov.hk/en/Daily_Operation_of_Building_Management/dailyop.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="The Daily Operation of Building Management"> <h4>The Daily Operation of Building Management</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Learn more about the different aspects of daily operations of building management including environmental hygiene, waste separation, repair and maintenance, crime prevention, etc.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Buying, Renting, Selling & Letting Property</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/homeowners.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Homeowners' Obligations"> <h4>Homeowners' Obligations</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Here you can learn about the Government charges for a homeowner and how to maintain your home. A list of registered contractors is also provided.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/rentingDomesticProperty.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Renting a Domestic Property"> <h4>Renting a Domestic Property</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Find out what you should consider when renting a domestic property, from appointing an estate agent and signing a tenancy agreement to paying rents and continuing or terminating a tenancy, and check out your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/leasingDomesticProperty.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Leasing out a Domestic Property"> <h4>Leasing out a Domestic Property</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Learn more about what you need to pay attention to when leasing out your domestic property, such as appointing an estate agent, signing a tenancy agreement, paying stamp duty and related tax filing. You can read about your rights and responsibilities as a landlord here.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.gpa.gov.hk/en/our-services/government-properties-to-let.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Government Properties to Let"> <h4>Government Properties to Let</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Check out what domestic (e.g. former Government quarters) and non-domestic (e.g. shops, advertising space, carparks and canteens, etc.) government properties are currently available for letting.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/buyingDomesticProperty.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Buying a Domestic Property"> <h4>Buying a Domestic Property</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This article provides information and things to consider for buying a domestic property.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/sellingDomesticProperty.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Selling a Domestic Property"> <h4>Selling a Domestic Property</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>This article provides information and points to note for selling a domestic property.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_buying"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/buying/purchasingFirstHandProperty.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Things to Know about Purchasing First-hand Residential Properties"> <h4>Things to Know about Purchasing First-hand Residential Properties</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>There are certain things you have to pay attention to when purchasing a first-hand residential property. This article will provide some tips for you.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Land Records & Database of Property</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.gov.hk/en/residents/housing/private/landrecords/bravo.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Building Records Access and Viewing On-line (BRAVO) System"> <h4>Building Records Access and Viewing On-line (BRAVO) System</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Buildings Department's BRAVO system enables the public to inspect and place orders for copies of selected private buildings and minor works records online. You can register via MyGovHK.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.buildingmgt.gov.hk/en/Reference_Materials/12.html" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Database of Private Buildings in Hong Kong"> <h4>Database of Private Buildings in Hong Kong</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Search this central database for information on all private residential, commercial, and industrial buildings in Hong Kong, including number of units and storeys, as well as information on building management bodies.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.rvdpi.gov.hk/epayment/public/pihHome.do?req_locale=en_US" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Property Information Online (Age, Area and Permitted Use)"> <h4>Property Information Online (Age, Area and Permitted Use)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>PIO is an online service of the Rating and Valuation Department. It provides property information on saleable area, age and permitted occupation purposes of domestic properties to the public. You can enquire about, view online and order property records via a bilingual search engine with five different searching paths.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/landrecords/searchlandrecord.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Search of Land Records"> <h4>Search of Land Records</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Land records are maintained by the Land Registry primarily for the purpose of facilitating property transactions. Find out how you can search land records, including the service counters and online services available, the procedures and charges.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.iris.gov.hk/eservices/welcome.jsp?language=en" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="The Integrated Registration Information System (IRIS)"> <h4>The Integrated Registration Information System (IRIS)</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>IRIS Online Services allow you to quickly and easily access property information in Hong Kong. Search, browse, download or order land registers or copies of documents through this dedicated website.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="/en/residents/housing/private/landrecords/deedregister.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Registration of Deeds"> <h4>Registration of Deeds</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Learn about the importance of registering the deeds and other documents executed in property transactions. Find out the major steps in the registration process.</p></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_landrecords"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www.landreg.gov.hk/en/services/services_e.htm" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Property Alert"> <h4>Property Alert</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>By subscribing to Property Alert, the Land Registry will notify you by email when any instruments affecting your property have been submitted for registration. This service helps property owners detect unexpected or suspicious instruments delivered for registration against their properties early so as to enable them to take prompt follow-up actions and / or seek legal advice.</p></p> </div> </div> </div> <a href="javascript:;" class="item itemToggle" data-toggle="tab_slope"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text" data-govhk-type="sitemap-title">Slope Information</div> </div> </a><div class="item itemToggleItem" rel="tab_slope"> <div class="outer"> <div class="text"> <a href="https://www2.slope.landsd.gov.hk/" class="itemTitle topicLink" title="Slope Maintenance Responsibility Information System"> <h4>Slope Maintenance Responsibility Information System</h4> </a> <p class="itemDesc"><p>Want to identify the lot and party responsible for the maintenance of a specific slope? 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