Old Residential Area in Ssangmun-dong to Be Reborn as 1,000-Unit Apartment Complex... Expedited Planning Finalized

Creation of a “Green Waterfront Residential Complex” Embracing Banghakcheon
Upgraded to Category 3 General Residential Area
Establishing a Pedestrian-Oriented Living Environment

Perspective view of the housing maintenance-type redevelopment project in Ssangmun-dong 26 area, Dobong-gu, Seoul. Seoul City

The aging residential area near Banghakcheon in Ssangmun-dong, Dobong-gu, Seoul will be transformed into a redevelopment project with up to 35 stories and 1,030 households.

On April 7, Seoul City announced that it has finalized the expedited integrated planning for the residential maintenance-type redevelopment project in the Ssangmun-dong 26 area.

The project site is adjacent to Bukhansan and Dobongsan mountains and borders Banghakcheon. In the future, a new station is scheduled to be established within walking distance with the extension of the Ui-Sinseol Line.

Based on these locational advantages, the city has set three principles for the Ssangmun-dong 26 area: ▲creation of a green waterfront living zone connecting the mountains and the stream, ▲preparation of development conditions in response to changes in the surrounding urban environment, and ▲establishment of a pleasant and convenient pedestrian-oriented living environment.

The city plans to create a linear green space with a width of 15 meters along Banghakcheon, promoting the restoration of a natural-style stream in connection with the "Footprint Park" arising from the reconstruction of Banghak Shindonga 1st Complex nearby. This will be developed into an integrated walking trail extending to the Dobongsan Dulle-gil. Currently, the riverside of Banghakcheon adjacent to the project site is underutilized and in poor condition, with a retaining wall and a narrow 2-meter-wide walkway.

To minimize the burden on residents during the creation of the waterfront space, relevant city departments and the local district office have established a collaborative system. When residents provide land as a public contribution, the public sector will directly carry out the design and construction, realizing an efficient business model through public-private cooperation.

In response to changes such as the expedited planning of nearby areas, "Moatown" and other development projects, as well as the extension of the Ui-Sinseol Line, the zoning will be upgraded from Category 2 General Residential Area (7 stories) to Category 3 General Residential Area (floor area ratio of 300%). In addition, by applying a 20% relaxation of the standard floor area ratio, the city has secured both feasibility and momentum for the project.

The road network within the complex will be reorganized to strengthen a pedestrian-oriented environment. The north-south road with low vehicle traffic (Banghak-ro 7-gil) will be converted into a public pedestrian passage to improve access to the waterfront area and increase land use efficiency, creating a flexible and three-dimensional skyline of around 35 stories.

Additionally, waterfront-specialized community facilities will be placed along the riverside space and the boundary of the complex. Along the stream, there will be a book cafe, indoor sports facilities, club rooms, and stand-type outdoor yards. Near the northern daycare center and the school route for Gain Elementary School, a community childcare center will be installed to enhance residential convenience.

Seoul City plans to swiftly proceed with resident public viewing and gathering of opinions for the Ssangmun-dong 26 area, which has now finalized its expedited planning, with the goal of designating the redevelopment zone within this year. With the finalization of the expedited planning for the Ssangmun-dong 26 area, 170 out of 277 such plans in Seoul have now been completed citywide.

Ahn Daehee, Director of the Seoul Urban Space Headquarters, said, "Going forward, through expedited planning, we will actively reflect regional resources in redevelopment projects and promote a sustainable redevelopment model that enhances the city's potential and future value."

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