Suncheon-si Promotes Removal Project of Grade 1 Carcinogen 'Asbestos Slate'

Support Plan for Removal of Slate from 412 Residential, Warehouse, and Livestock Buildings

[Suncheon=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Hyung-kwon] Suncheon City in Jeollanam-do announced on the 22nd that it will promote slate disposal support and roof improvement projects for vulnerable groups this year to prevent health damage to citizens from asbestos slate, a first-class carcinogen.

The support targets owners of buildings wishing to remove slate from houses (including auxiliary buildings), standalone warehouses, and livestock buildings. A total project cost of 1.6 billion KRW will be invested to support the disposal of 412 slate buildings.

For houses (including auxiliary buildings), support is provided up to 3.52 million KRW per building, and for non-residential buildings (warehouses, livestock buildings), support is provided up to a dismantling area of 200㎡ per building.

Roof improvements for vulnerable groups prioritize basic livelihood security recipients and lower-income households, providing up to 10 million KRW in support funds for roof improvement after slate removal.

In particular, the city offers a one-stop service that handles everything from slate removal to disposal upon application by the building owner, enabling the construction to proceed more conveniently and safely.

Applicants wishing to receive support can visit the administrative welfare center in the town, township, or neighborhood where the building is located with required documents such as the building register to apply. For more details, applicants can check the announcement on the city’s website or contact the Ecological Environment Division for guidance.

A representative from Suncheon City’s Ecological Environment Division said, “We ask for much interest and participation in asbestos slate removal to create a healthy living environment,” adding, “We will continue to strive to provide excellent environmental rights befitting Suncheon, the ecological capital.”

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