Gyeonggi Province to Intensively Crack Down on Environmental Violations at Large Construction Sites... 210 Sites, Including Third-Phase New Towns

Gyeonggi Province will conduct an intensive crackdown from November 16 to 27, 2026, to prevent illegal acts that could cause environmental pollution at large construction sites, including those involved in developing third-phase new towns and public housing districts.

The crackdown will target 210 medium- and large-scale construction sites in the province. Inspections will focus on sites near urban areas and those that have repeatedly generated complaints.

Key inspection items include: ▲whether businesses generating fugitive dust have filed initial and amended reports; ▲whether dust-control facilities, such as dust barriers and nets, are properly installed; ▲whether required control measures, such as washing transport vehicles and spraying water on their sides, are being implemented; and ▲whether waste is being stored properly. If violations are found on site, officials will secure relevant evidence and take action in accordance with the law.

Poster for Intensive Crackdown on Illegal Environmental Pollution at Large Construction Sites in Gyeonggi-do

Under the Clean Air Conservation Act, failure to report a business generating fugitive dust or to take measures to control fugitive dust may result in a fine of up to KRW 3 million. Failure to file an amended report may result in an administrative fine of up to KRW 1 million. In addition, violations of waste disposal standards may be punishable under the Waste Management Act by up to two years in prison or a fine of up to KRW 20 million. Violations of construction waste disposal standards may be punishable under the Act on the Promotion of Recycling of Construction Waste by up to three years in prison or a fine of up to KRW 30 million.

"We will crack down intensively on illegal acts that cause environmental pollution, including fugitive dust from large construction sites and improper waste disposal, to protect residents' health and ensure a pleasant living environment," said Kwon Moonju, head of the Gyeonggi Province Special Judicial Police Bureau. "If violations are found during on-site inspections, we will respond firmly in accordance with the relevant laws."

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