Taebaek City Promotes Taebaek Station Area Urban Regeneration Project

Transforming into a Central Space Where Culture and the Economy Come Together

Taebaek City, Gangwon Province (Mayor Lee Sangho), is ramping up preparations for the "Taebaek Station Area Urban Regeneration Project" with the goal of being selected for the 2026 urban regeneration project competition.

Taebaek City Hall exterior. Provided by Taebaek City

Since it is difficult to be selected for the urban regeneration project with just one attempt, the city is systematically preparing by thoroughly analyzing and addressing the shortcomings identified after last year's unsuccessful bid.

In fact, the former Camp Page site in Chuncheon, which was recently selected as an Urban Regeneration Innovation District, is a case in point. After securing ownership in 2007, the city explored various utilization plans for 18 years before applying for the Urban Regeneration Innovation District competition. Through multiple attempts and improvements, Chuncheon finally succeeded in being selected in the first half of 2025. Taebaek City is also aiming for positive results through persistent efforts.

The 2026 Taebaek Station Area Urban Regeneration Project is being planned around two main types: a regional specialized regeneration project and an old residential area improvement project.

The regional specialized regeneration project, centered around the bus terminal, is expected to revitalize the local economy and restore the original downtown's functions by injecting tourism, cultural, and economic vitality.

This project is planned as a public-private collaboration model through a business agreement with Yeongam Hwaseong Express Co., Ltd., focusing on establishing a cooperative system in various areas such as space utilization, expansion of convenience facilities, and development of regional linkage programs. The aim is to serve as a key urban regeneration hub before the opening of the expressway.

Currently, the city is preparing a practical and actionable proposal for the competition through the establishment of an urban regeneration strategy plan and expert consulting, while actively encouraging resident participation to enhance the systematic nature and transparency of its policies.

A Taebaek City official stated, "Through urban regeneration in partnership with residents, we aim to transform the Taebaek Station area into a central space where culture and the economy come together," calling for active participation from citizens.

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