Road Renovation 'People-Centered' in Front of Incheon City Hall... Sidewalk Expansion and Installation of Raised Crosswalks

Aerial View of the 'Traffic Calming Project' on the Road in Front of Incheon City Hall [Provided by Incheon City]

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] Incheon City announced on the 31st that it will promote a 'traffic calming project' to transform the 450m road section from the roundabout in front of City Hall to the City Hall Entrance Intersection into a pedestrian-centered road.

Through this project, the city plans to create a lively street by enabling pedestrians to walk, rest, and enjoy the road safely and comfortably from 'Incheon Ae(ttul)' in front of the City Hall to Inju-daero, and by connecting the pedestrian axis between Incheon Ae(ttul) and Jungang Park.

The city will first start construction to expand the existing 8m-wide sidewalk to 15?20m, while reducing the six-lane road to 2?4 lanes, with completion scheduled for April next year.

Additionally, the city plans to create a safe and pleasant traffic environment by installing 'raised crosswalks' at the same height as the sidewalks and roundabouts.

The side roads connecting the road in front of City Hall and Jungang Park will also be sequentially renovated starting next year.

The city expects that once pedestrian-friendly spaces are established, street events including flea markets will be possible in the area in front of City Hall, revitalizing the surrounding commercial district.

An Incheon City official stated, "Through this project, we will develop a successful model of a pedestrian-friendly city and expand it throughout the entire Incheon area."

Incheon City Hall Ae(愛)tteul Square

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