Inje County, Gangwon Province, is set to alleviate the housing cost burden for young adults aged 35 to 49 by providing rent support of up to 2.4 million won.
According to Inje County on August 20, applications for the "2026 Inje County Youth Rent Support Program" will be accepted until September 4.
A total of 20 individuals will be selected for the program. Those chosen will receive up to 200,000 won per month for 12 months, totaling a maximum of 2.4 million won. This support is available only once in a lifetime.
This initiative is notable for its age range, targeting individuals between 35 and 49 years old. The program aims to fill the support gap that has emerged as previous rent assistance primarily focused on younger individuals aged 19 to 34.
Eligible applicants must be registered residents of Inje County and head of a household without housing, aged 35 to 49. They must have a rental contract in their name and be registered at the corresponding address.
Income must be at or below 60% of the median income. Applicants must also meet the criteria for being without housing, and if they have no income, the income of their dependents will be considered.
Applicants can visit the local administrative welfare center in their jurisdiction to apply. If in-person visits are difficult, they can submit a proxy application with the necessary documents.
The county will verify the eligibility of applicants before selecting and notifying them individually. If selected individuals purchase a home, move to another area, or participate in other housing support programs, their assistance may be terminated.
This program is part of Inje County's broader youth settlement policy. The county is also implementing a youth job support program this year to encourage local settlement by providing job opportunities. Additionally, separate support is available for young farmers, including a farming settlement fund and agricultural infrastructure development. In July, the county announced a basic plan for a youth rural housing project.
Notably, the Inje youth farming settlement fund offers monthly support of 900,000 to 1.1 million won for up to three years, depending on the years of independent management, targeting individuals aged 19 to 49. This policy aims to reduce youth outmigration by supporting both housing costs and job creation.
However, the county faces structural challenges in attracting young residents. Inje County expanded its youth job support program to include older age groups after experiencing low participation from young applicants. The effectiveness of housing support and job creation in attracting and retaining young residents will be crucial for the success of these policies.
For more details on required documents and other information, please refer to the announcements on the Inje County website or contact the county's urban development department or the local administrative welfare center.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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