Bucheon-si, Suspension of Parking Enforcement Until COVID-19 Stabilizes... Encouraging Consumption Stimulus

From the 24th, all city sections from 6 PM to 10 PM

Fixed CCTV installed in the no parking and stopping enforcement zone
[Photo by Bucheon City]

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] Bucheon City in Gyeonggi Province will suspend parking enforcement across all areas during evening hours from the 24th until the COVID-19 situation stabilizes to encourage consumption and support small business owners struggling due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

This measure expands on the previously implemented one-hour additional suspension during lunchtime starting from the 1st and the 24-hour suspension around traditional market roads, applying from 6 PM to 10 PM in the evening.

However, to create a safe walking environment for citizens and minimize traffic congestion, double parking and parking in absolutely prohibited areas such as fire hydrants, bus stops, intersection corners, crosswalks, sidewalks, safety zones, and children protection zones will be strictly enforced without exception.

A Bucheon City official stated, "We hope the suspension of parking enforcement will help small business owners who are struggling due to reduced consumer activity. Additionally, we expect it to contribute to the activation of private car use among citizens, helping the social distancing campaign achieve visible results."

Meanwhile, the city plans to strengthen guidance administration to maintain traffic order and protect citizen safety in anticipation of some disorder caused by this measure. Furthermore, drivers caught disrupting traffic flow maliciously three or more times consecutively will be fined.

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