Suwon Special City Distributes 13.395 Billion Won in Military Noise Damage Compensation

Suwon Special City (Mayor Lee Jae-jun) will sequentially distribute 13.395 billion won in compensation to 48,672 residents affected by military noise near Suwon Air Base (K-13).

Following the Military Noise Compensation Act, compensation applications were received in January and February, and after calculation and review, initial decisions were notified in May. After operating an objection period from June 1 to July 30, 48,672 recipients were confirmed as eligible for compensation.

The first round of compensation will be distributed by August 31 to 48,600 recipients who agreed with the initial decision. For 72 objection filers, compensation will be distributed in a second round by October 30 following a consent process for the objection results.

In principle, compensation is paid to the account in the name of the applicant or the representative heir if the applicant has deceased. Cash payment is possible in cases of unavoidable circumstances under applicable laws and regulations.

Residents who could not apply for compensation this year can retroactively apply for past unapplied portions, including 2025 compensation, during the reception period in January-February 2027. Residents in noise-affected areas must apply for compensation annually.

An official from Suwon City stated, "We hope the compensation serves as consolation to residents who have endured military noise damage for an extended period," and added, "We will do our best to alleviate residents' grievances caused by military noise and ensure fair compensation is provided."