Gochang-eup Market-gil Designated as Area's First Alley-Type Shopping District

Businesses can register to accept Onnuri gift certificates and participate in commercial district support programs

With Market-gil in Gochang-eup, Gochang County, North Jeolla State, designated the area's first alley-type shopping district, businesses in alleys around traditional markets are now eligible for support from the central and local governments.

The market alley stretching from Jungang Cheonggwa in Gochang-eup to Papara Shoe Store, in front of the Sinheunggyo Intersection, has been designated an "Alley-Type Shopping District." Courtesy of Gochang County Office.

Gochang County announced on October 20 that it had designated the area around Market-gil in Gochang-eup as the "Gochang Market-gil Alley-Type Shopping District." The designated area runs from Jungang Cheonggwa to Papara Shoe Store in front of Shinheunggyo Intersection and is home to about 35 businesses, including restaurants and retail shops.

An alley-type shopping district is an area designated by a local government where small businesses are concentrated. Under the Special Act on the Promotion of Traditional Markets and Shopping Districts, designated commercial districts can receive support comparable to that provided to traditional markets.

Following the designation, small businesses in the area can apply to register as merchants accepting Onnuri gift certificates. The designation also lays the groundwork for them to participate in commercial district revitalization support and grant programs run by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups, Jeonbuk State and other organizations.

Expanding the number of businesses that accept Onnuri gift certificates could encourage certificate users to visit local commercial districts, drawing attention to the potential boost in local consumption.

Gochang County plans to support businesses in registering to accept Onnuri gift certificates and develop revitalization measures tailored to the characteristics of each commercial district.

Gochang County Governor Shim Deok-seop said, "We will work with merchants to strengthen the competitiveness of local commercial districts and ensure that traditional markets and surrounding businesses grow together."

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