cim5 gin3僭建
Jyutpingcim5 gin3
Yalechíhm gin
Definition
To build without authorization; to make unauthorized building works or alterations.
colloquialhomeplaces
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of Hong Kong property and urban planning, this term carries a strong negative connotation of violating building safety regulations. It is frequently discussed in news reports regarding government enforcement actions against homeowners. While it functions as a verb, it is also commonly used as a noun to refer to the illegal structure itself.
Examples
There are illegal structures here, they will have to be demolished sooner or later.
Do you know if there are any illegal structures there?
Related words
Common phrases
demolish illegal structures
house with illegal structures
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general renovation or construction. It specifically refers to unauthorized additions that violate building codes, not just any home improvement project.
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