The reconstruction projects for Mokdong 9 and 13 complexes in Yangcheon District, Seoul, have passed an integrated review, signaling a significant advancement in the Mokdong reconstruction efforts. Notably, the Mokdong 13 complex received approval about two months after its review was postponed in July.
On September 22, the Seoul city government announced that the 20th Integrated Review Committee had conditionally approved the integrated review plans for the Mokdong 9 and 13 complexes, covering seven areas: architecture, landscape, education, traffic, disaster, environment, and parks.
The Mokdong 13 complex, located near Yangcheon-gu Office Station on Subway Line 2, will be developed into a 49-story building with 3,852 units across 26 blocks. The review was initially postponed in July due to the need for improvements in architectural and landscape design, but it successfully passed after revisions were made.
Specifically, the design for the 13 complex was enhanced to reduce the number of floors in mid- and low-rise sections and diversify the heights of main buildings, improving the openness along the street. The layout will include both tower and slab-type buildings, with piloti applied to all blocks to enhance openness within and around the complex.
Previously, the city advised that the tallest buildings should comprise about 10% of the total, leading to a decision to reduce the number of 49-story buildings from ten to three in one of the complexes.
The two complexes will feature public walkways measuring 15 to 25 meters in width. Surrounding these walkways, water spaces and parks will be created, and double rows of trees, canopies, and rest areas will be placed near the outer sidewalks and bus stops to improve the pedestrian environment.
Through this review, the Seoul city government aims to promote a harmonious urban landscape in the aging residential areas of Mokdong.
Myung No-jun, head of the Housing Policy Division at Seoul City, stated, "The reconstruction of Mokdong 9 and 13 complexes is expected to create a harmonious skyline in conjunction with other reconstruction projects in Yangcheon District. We will continue to strive for the improvement of living conditions in aging residential complexes in the southwestern region and to activate the supply of housing that residents desire."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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