Gangdong-gu to Develop Yangjaedaero Landmark in Gildong, Gubeundari, and Myeongil Station Areas

Seoul Urban and Architecture Joint Committee Approves Amendments
Administrative Procedures Completed for District Unit Plans at Three Station Areas
360,000 Square Meters Along Yangjaedaero to Be Developed as Central Axis... Official Announcement Expected in January Next Year

Gangdong-gu in Seoul (District Mayor Lee Soohee) has completed all administrative procedures for the district unit plan aimed at developing the central axis of Yangjaedaero in the areas surrounding Gildong, Gubeundari, and Myeongil Stations on Subway Line 5.

The district announced on the 12th that at the 20th meeting of the Seoul City Urban and Architecture Joint Committee held on the 10th, the proposal to designate and determine the district unit plan zones for the three station areas, including Gildong Station, was approved with amendments. The area is expected to be developed into a new lifestyle hub by creating a symbolic street along Yangjaedaero and strengthening the central functions of the station areas.

Location map of district unit plans for the three station areas: Gildong, Gubeundari, and Myeongil Station. Provided by Gangdong-gu.

Yangjaedaero is a major thoroughfare in Gangdong-gu and a key axis connecting the eastern metropolitan area, with its spatial and functional importance continuously increasing. Various development projects, including station area revitalization, are currently underway along this corridor.

The district has newly established a district unit plan covering approximately 360,000 square meters across the three station areas of Gildong, Gubeundari, and Myeongil. The focus is on realizing creative architecture, improving the pedestrian environment and activating the streetscape, strengthening the central functions of the station areas, and promoting high-density mixed-use development.

This decision includes plans for building setback lines and designated wall lines to improve the pedestrian environment along arterial roads and to strengthen connections with adjacent areas. It also incorporates the creation of a public pedestrian passage to secure connectivity with Myeongil Traditional Market. By introducing recommended (specialized) uses tailored to the characteristics of the resident population in each station area, the district aims to enhance the quality of life for local residents.

In December last year, the district established a "Building Design Guideline" to revitalize the streets along Yangjaedaero, and in September this year, reflected this in floor area ratio incentives when deciding on changes to the "District Unit Plan for the Area Surrounding Dunchondong Station." The same standards have been applied to the current district unit plan, enabling systematic management of the spatial structure along the Yangjaedaero axis and strengthening the foundation for establishing regional landmarks over the medium to long term.

After reflecting the results of the review, the district will conduct a public re-inspection for residents, and in January next year, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is expected to make the final decision and official announcement regarding the "District Unit Plan for Gildong and Two Other Station Areas."

Lee Soohee, Mayor of Gangdong-gu, stated, "The three station areas-Gildong, Gubeundari, and Myeongil-are key locations with excellent transportation accessibility and high foot traffic, offering great potential for the integrated development of residential, business, commercial, and cultural functions. Through the establishment of this district unit plan, we expect to realize the latent value of these station areas and further strengthen their role as a central hub for the two million residents in the eastern metropolitan area."

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