The Democratic Party stated 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 Law.
Bok Gi-wang, the Democratic Party's representative on the Land Committee, spoke to reporters after a government-party meeting at the National Assembly, saying, "The Yongsan Park law 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 Law during an appearance 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, "Depending on the discussions, some amendments could be possible. A bill for partial amendments to the special law regarding scattered sites like Camp Kim and the UN Command site has already passed the Legislation and Judiciary Committee." Additionally, he noted, "This bill allows for some initial maintenance of the relevant sites, but it does not pertain to the main park area of 910,000 pyeong."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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