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Here is a summary of the press releases from the Hong Kong Housing Authority starting from August 2024:
1. **Home Ownership Scheme (HOS) 2024**:
– On August 27, 2024, the Subsidised Housing Committee of the Hong Kong Housing Authority approved the average selling prices and sales arrangements for the Sale of HOS Flats 2024. This scheme will start receiving applications in the fourth quarter of 2024, with plans to allocate about 40% of the new flats for priority groups, including newborn families and families with elderly members. [Source](https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202408/27/P2024082700185.htm)
2. **Subsidised Housing Sales Plan**:
– A plan was revealed to sell approximately 7,132 subsidised flats at a 30% discount on market value as part of the Home Ownership Scheme in 2024. This number represents a decrease from the previous year, reflecting a shift in the availability and discount rate compared to earlier schemes. [Source](https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3276149/hong-kong-sales-plan-2024-subsidised-flats-revealed-deal-sweet-enough-tempt)
3. **Availability of Application Materials**:
– Starting September 25, 2024, the necessary application forms and guides for HOS 2024 will be accessible online and in various physical locations affiliated with the Housing Authority. [Source](https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202409/24/P2024092400530.htm)
4. **Long Term Housing Strategy Annual Progress Report 2024**:
– Released on October 28, 2024, this report outlines a 10-year public housing supply target of 440,000 units, with sufficient land identified for this purpose. Additionally, plans include making around 80,000 units available in the private housing sector through various property developments over the next five years. [Source](https://www.news.gov.hk/eng/2024/10/20241028/20241028_154834_927.html)
For further details, you can visit the Hong Kong Housing Authority‘s official website: [Hong Kong Housing Authority](https://www.housingauthority.gov.hk/en/).
Summarize the press releases of the Hong Kong Housing Authority in 2024.
Exclude press releases earlier than August 2024.
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