Seongdong-gu 'Yongdap-dong Village Yard' Development

Securing Fire Lanes (2.1m→3.5m), Creating Rest Areas for Residents, Improving Residential Environment, and Providing Healing Spaces

Yongdap Village Square

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Seongdong-gu (Mayor Jeong Won-oh) has secured a fire lane for emergency response in case of fire and created a resting space for residents by establishing and opening the ‘Yongdap Village Square’ in the area of Yongdap-dong 39-13.

The narrow alley in the area of Yongdap-dong 39-13, adjacent to the soundproof wall of Subway Line 2, was a lane where only small vehicles could barely pass, making it difficult for fire trucks to approach in case of an emergency.

This delay in on-site arrival could miss the golden time for fire suppression, potentially causing massive damage, which was a major concern for residents in the alley area.

Moreover, due to the construction of the Jang-anpyeong Automobile Industry Comprehensive Information Center by Seoul City, the only children’s park in Yongdap-dong, ‘Yongdap Children’s Park,’ was closed, resulting in a shortage of spaces where children could safely run and play.

Accordingly, in 2017, the district designated Yongdap-dong 39-13 and five adjacent lots as urban planning public facilities, and after compensation negotiations with residents in the area, began creating a resident park combining fire lane expansion and children’s playground space in March this year.

The narrow road, which was 2.1 meters wide and difficult for vehicles to enter, was expanded to 3.5 meters to allow fire trucks to access, and the park was created as a resting place to soothe residents’ tired minds by planting various trees and installing playground facilities for children.

On the 3rd, Mayor Jeong Won-oh of Seongdong-gu and nearby residents gathered in one place to celebrate the opening of ‘Yongdap Village Square.’

Ok Yong-sun, head of the Yongdap-dong Tongjang Association, said, “I am glad that a space has been created where many residents passing through Yongdap Station and children from Yongdap Elementary School can rest and play freely,” and expressed gratitude, saying, “It is also truly fortunate that the fire lane, which was always a concern, has been safely secured.”

Mayor Jeong Won-oh of Seongdong-gu said, “Before construction, we held a residents’ briefing session to listen to their opinions, and at that time, we could confirm the high expectations and interest of the residents,” adding, “We will continue to do our best to create a better living environment in Yongdap-dong, including the successful promotion of the ongoing Yongdap-dong urban regeneration project.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.