The current Fire Safety (Buildings) Ordinance aims to upgrade buildings to meet modern safety standards, but it falls short in addressing the complex challenges faced by old buildings like New Lucky House. Despite the amendment’s intent to save lives, it has limited impact on compliance and fails to account for the socio-economic factors affecting residents. The government needs to adopt a comprehensive approach that prioritizes fire safety while mitigating negative consequences for financially disadvantaged individuals and resolving conflicts among building stakeholders.