Geochang-gun Reopens Bidding for Cremation Facility Site... 6 Billion KRW Resident Support Incentives

Support 20% of Crematorium Revenue for 10 Years

Geochang-gun, Gyeongnam Province, is conducting a "Re-application for Cremation Facility Construction Site" for 60 days from February 28 to April 27 to create a resident-friendly and eco-friendly memorial space.

The project scale will be a site area of more than 30,000㎡, and to transform the positive image of the cremation facility, it will be designed with a beautiful exterior and attractive architecture. Major facilities will include three cremators, a management office, a bereaved family waiting room, a lounge, and a parking lot.

Geochang County Office building.

This re-application for the site was made to supplement various issues raised in last year’s first application and to reflect diverse resident opinions.

First, regarding application qualifications, while previously a hosting committee had to be formed, it has been expanded to include organizations, individuals, and recommendations from eup/myeon heads. Also, a consent form from 50% of the residents within 1 km of the construction candidate site must be submitted to resolve resident conflicts in advance.

Additionally, the resident support incentive has been increased from the original 5 billion KRW to up to 6 billion KRW, and the revenue distribution has been expanded from 10% to up to 20% of the crematorium income. Furthermore, the award for meritorious organizations and individuals selected as the target site has been changed to provide up to 30 million KRW.

Moreover, for the area where the cremation facility is constructed, support ordinances and detailed agreements will grant rights to operate auxiliary facilities, provide jobs, and exempt crematorium usage fees for residents living in the relevant myeon, aiming to contribute to revitalizing the local economy and improving resident satisfaction.

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