Jongno-gu, Staircase Renovation in Changsin and Sungin Urban Regeneration Areas

Old and Dangerous Stairs Renovated into Eco-Friendly and Safe Stairs

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Jongno-gu (District Mayor Kim Young-jong) is carrying out the 'Changsinn·Sungin Urban Regeneration Area Staircase Maintenance Project' to renovate old and dangerous staircases that cause inconvenience to residents' passage.

The project, starting in March, aims to improve urban aesthetics and ensure pedestrian safety by refurbishing deteriorated and hazardous staircases into eco-friendly and safe staircases.

The district plans to transform alleyway staircases into eco-friendly ones by ▲installing safety handrails ▲creating resting spaces such as gardens ▲and renovating adjacent side roads to foster a community culture for residents.

The staircase maintenance targets side road staircases approximately 3 meters wide that are heavily used by residents and require repair or structural improvement.

Since many alley staircase sites are privately owned, the district will proceed after obtaining consent from landowners and gathering residents' opinions.

The district prioritizes pedestrian safety and residents' convenience during construction. To ensure pedestrian safety, the height and slope of the stairs will be adjusted, and safety handrails will be installed for vulnerable pedestrians such as the elderly.

Additionally, small flower beds harmonizing with the surrounding landscape will be installed, along with stone benches and resting areas where vulnerable pedestrians can take breaks.

The eco-friendly staircase maintenance will use granite cobblestones, an eco-friendly material. Granite cobblestones are less slippery than concrete and resistant to cracking in winter, making maintenance easier. The district expects significant improvements in the alley environment as staircase maintenance and landscape enhancement proceed simultaneously.

District Mayor Kim Young-jong stated, “The eco-friendly staircase maintenance project not only prevents safety accidents but also improves the appearance of alleyways, receiving positive responses from residents. We will continue to expand the eco-friendly staircase creation project to make Jongno a pedestrian-friendly district centered on walkers.”

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