Suwon Continues Push to Redevelop Abandoned Houses

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Jung Jun-seong] Suwon Special City announced on the 16th that it has been implementing an abandoned house redevelopment project since 2021 and is currently conducting a consultant project to establish a redevelopment plan based on survey results of abandoned house conditions.

An "abandoned house" refers to a residential building that has not been occupied or used by anyone for more than one year from the date when a mayor or county magistrate confirms the occupancy or usage status. "Unauthorized buildings" are not included in the abandoned house category.

The city confirmed completion of redevelopment work for 44 abandoned houses from 2021 to 2024 and provided subsidies accordingly. Of the 44 houses, 32 were demolished.

Subsidies are provided at a maximum of 30 million won for "demolition or remodeling followed by public use," a maximum of 20 million won for "simple demolition" (with 10% self-funding), and a maximum of 6 million won for "safety measures." A total of approximately 220 million won in subsidies has been provided to date.

Over the past year, the city conducted a survey on an estimated 300 abandoned houses that showed no electricity or tap water consumption, and determined 198 of the 300 houses (66%) to be abandoned. Based on the survey results, the city plans to complete the establishment of a redevelopment plan by August.

A city official stated, "We will continue to implement the abandoned house redevelopment project to minimize problems caused by abandoned houses" and "Through abandoned house redevelopment, we will improve the deteriorated residential environment and enhance the quality of life for residents."