Chuncheon City to Eradicate Improper Use of Disability Parking Permits

Invalid or Revoked Permits Due to Death or Change in Eligibility
59 Cases Detected in the Past 3 Years
Inspection to Be Completed by October 10

Chuncheon City in Gangwon Province (Mayor Yuk Donghan) will conduct a comprehensive inspection of vehicles issued with disability parking permits until October 10, aiming to enhance fairness and convenience in the use of parking spaces designated for people with disabilities.

Chuncheon City Hall exterior view.

The inspection targets vehicles that are at risk of improper use, including those associated with the death of the permit holder, changes in eligibility, vehicle transfer or scrapping, and cases where co-owners have different addresses.

The disability parking permit system is designed to facilitate mobility for registered individuals with disabilities. Improper use is subject to a fine of up to 2 million won under the Act on Welfare of Persons with Disabilities. In fact, over the past three years, a total of 59 cases of improper use have been detected in Chuncheon City (8 cases in 2022, 26 cases in 2023, and 25 cases in 2024). This year, 17 cases were identified as of August.

Chuncheon City plans to complete the inspection of targeted vehicles and permits through its towns, townships, and neighborhoods by October 10, and will continue to strengthen year-round monitoring and management thereafter.

A city official stated, "The disability parking permit is an essential system to guarantee the mobility rights of people with disabilities," adding, "We will do our utmost to prevent improper use and provide thorough guidance on proper usage from the issuance stage to ensure legitimate use and effective management."

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