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THE OLD CITY OF LHASA
REPORT FROM A CONSERVATION PROJECT (98-99)
| 9. PHASE II: MASTERPLAN FOR URBAN RENEWAL OF THE OLD CITY |
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With the shift in official policy towards preservation, and the official listing of 76 buildings, the requirements for an overall urban renewal programme are now in place. The Cultural Relics Bureau and the Planning Office have agreed with THF on a 5-year activity programme, with the master plan currently being prepared.
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The three main aspects have been identified as:
a) carrying out urgent repairs to prevent further damage and loss of historic substance
b) grouping the buildings into several mini conservation areas and beginning the necessary studies and social surveys
c) formulating ways to improve the existing infrastructure in the old city
THF plans to continue the training programme.
Certainly the demand is great: since the 76 listed houses were labelled with the blue plaques, representatives of different house communities have been visiting the THF Lhasa office requesting the commencement of repair, restoration and upgrading activities.
