Seoul approves remodeling and station area development projects

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has approved four major urban development projects aimed at increasing housing supply and improving residential environments. During the 19th Architectural Committee meeting, the city cleared plans for two apartment remodeling projects and two station area revitalization projects.

The remodeling of Jamwon Donga Apartment in Seocho-gu and Garak Ssangyong 1st Apartment in Songpa-gu will add a combined 359 units to the existing stock. Jamwon Donga will expand from 991 to 1,073 units through horizontal expansion, while Garak Ssangyong 1st will increase from 2,064 to 2,341 units using both vertical and horizontal expansion.

Additionally, two station area projects will provide 262 new units, including 71 public rental units. The Anam Station project in Seongbuk-gu will feature a mixed-use complex with 132 residential units and facilities for youth entrepreneurship. The Gwangheungchang Station project in Mapo-gu will supply 130 units, including 41 long-term rental homes, alongside a support center for women's employment and entrepreneurship.