The Democratic Party stated on August 19 that discussions regarding the development of Yongsan Park have not yet begun. However, it remains open to the possibility of amending the Yongsan Park Special Act.
Bok Gi-wang, the Democratic Party's representative on the Land Committee, spoke to reporters after a government-party council meeting at the National Assembly, saying, "The Yongsan Park Act currently includes a proposal to reduce green space related to Camp Kim. If there is additional capacity for development, discussions can start now."
Kim Young-bae, head of the Seoul City Party, also addressed the Yongsan Park Special Act on MBC Radio's 'Kim Jong-bae's Focus,' stating, "It is specified that it cannot be used for purposes other than a park." He added, "In 2006, the need for housing policies for one- and two-person households was not as high. Depending on the times, social consensus on public land and public purposes is necessary."
He further explained, "I believe some amendments can be made based on discussions. A bill for partial amendments to the special act regarding scattered sites like Camp Kim and the UN Command area has already passed the Legislation and Judiciary Committee." He clarified that the bill would allow for some initial maintenance of the site but does not pertain to the main park area, which covers 910,000 pyeong.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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