Geumcheon-gu Recruiting Students for 7th Residential Maintenance Academy... Applications Open from April 27

by Kim Minjin

Published 26 Apr.2026 09:52(KST)

Geumcheon-gu in Seoul will begin accepting applications for the 7th class of its "Residential Maintenance Academy" starting on April 27, in an effort to enhance residents' understanding of residential maintenance projects such as redevelopment and reconstruction.

Promotional Material for Recruiting Students for the 7th Session of the Housing Maintenance Academy. Provided by Geumcheon District.

The 7th program will be held over three sessions-June 8, June 9, and June 15-at the Corporate Citizenship Hall (6th floor, Hyundai Outlet Gasan Branch), offering both afternoon and evening classes. The lectures will cover topics such as real estate taxation tailored to redevelopment and reconstruction, understanding Moa Towns and transparent management of steering committees and associations, and the various project implementation stages under the Urban Maintenance Act. Participants who attend at least two out of the three sessions will receive a certificate of completion.

The instructors consist of experts in each respective field. The lectures will be delivered based on real-life cases by Koo Panseo, tax accountant at Cheongsol Tax Corporation; Yang Heechul, attorney at Myeongnyun Law Firm; and Kim Jaeheon, architect at Tomun Architects & Engineers.

The classes are open to all Geumcheon-gu residents and anyone interested in maintenance projects. There is no tuition fee. Each session will accept up to 40 participants on a first-come, first-served basis, and applications will close early if the quota is filled. Applications can be submitted from April 27 to June 5 via phone, online through a QR code, or in person at the Residential Maintenance Division.

Although maintenance projects are directly related to residents’ assets, the laws and procedures involved are complex and not easy to understand. The district office aims to help residents better comprehend the projects and make informed decisions through this educational initiative. The Geumcheon-gu Residential Maintenance Academy has been well received, with 521 people participating across its previous six classes.

A district official stated, "Resident participation and understanding are paramount in residential maintenance projects," adding, "We hope that this academy will enable residents to participate in projects based on accurate information."