Announcement of Special Architectural Zone Designation: Nampo-dong Harbor Town, Yeongdo Collective Hills
- Jung-gu, Nampo-dong 6-ga 10, Yeongdo-gu, Cheonghak-dong 414-50, accommodation facilities, hotels
Busan City is officially launching a pilot project for the special architectural zone to enhance urban landscapes and innovate architectural design.
As of April 2, 2025, Nampo-dong Harbor Town and Yeongdo Collective Hills have been officially designated as special architectural zones, where construction regulations will be relaxed and various administrative exceptions will apply.
This is expected to further advance Busan’s image as a futuristic city.
The Nampo-dong Harbor Town special architectural zone is located at 10 Nampo-dong 6-ga, Jung-gu, with a total area of 4,376.8㎡. Here, a maximum of 45-floor residential buildings, accommodation facilities, and neighborhood living facilities are planned to be constructed.
This special zone has been designated to enhance urban competitiveness through public contribution architectural planning linked to the waterfront of the city center. This plan was conditionally approved during the 3rd Busan Architectural Committee meeting held on March 18.
The Yeongdo Collective Hills special architectural zone is located at 414-50 Cheonghak-dong, Yeongdo-gu, and includes 24 adjacent parcels. The total area is 4,532㎡, and a 3-story low-rise mixed-use building with accommodation and neighborhood living facilities is planned to be constructed. This project has received final approval through the original proposal resolution of the Architectural Committee, and the administrative procedures are currently proceeding smoothly.
Two of the three regions designated for the special architectural pilot project by Busan City in October 2024 have been selected as special architectural zones. The remaining area is the reconstruction project of the Namcheon 2 area in Suyeong-gu. With this designation, these two zones will benefit from various regulations, including building coverage ratio, floor area ratio, site area, and height restrictions. In particular, the possibility of applying up to 1.2 times the legal floor area ratio has been opened, which is expected to positively influence regional development.
Busan's new projects are attracting attention with the participation of the world-class architecture design group MVRDV (Winy Maas). Nampo-dong Harbor Town has the touch of Junglim Architecture, while the Yeongdo Collective Hills is being designed by RiEulDorang Architecture Office.
Busan City expects that these pilot projects will positively contribute to achieving international-level urban design and creating landmarks in the region.
If designated as a special architectural zone, part of the design costs will be supported. Additionally, the simplification of licensing procedures will be carried out, and planning that reflects public interest and creativity will be encouraged. This is expected to lead to more active participation from private developers.
Busan Metropolitan City Announcement No. 2025-105
Announcement of Special Architectural Zone Designation (Nampo-dong Harbor Town)
In relation to 10 Nampo-dong 6-ga, Jung-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, the special architectural zone is designated in accordance with Article 71 of the Building Act, and the main contents such as purpose, location, and scope are announced as follows:
April 2, 2025
Mayor of Busan Metropolitan City
1. Purpose and Necessity of Designation
○ To improve urban aesthetics and create beautiful urban landscapes through harmonious and creative architecture, and
○ To secure public space for regional revitalization and integrative architectural planning linked with the surroundings, to designate as a special architectural zone.
2. Location, Scope, and Area of Special Architectural Zone
| Zone Name | Location | Scope | Area (㎡) |
| Nampo-dong Harbor Town Special Architectural Zone | 10 Nampo-dong 6-ga, Jung-gu, Busan Metropolitan City | 10, 11, 12-1, 12-2, 13-1, 13-2, 14-1, 15-1, 16, 18 in Nampo-dong, Jung-gu | 4,376.80 |
The main aspects of buildings in the special architectural zone include their size and use. These elements are important for the development and harmony of the specific region. The function and dimensions of the buildings should be considered in relation to their impacts on the local community.
| Zone Name | Building Use | Maximum Number of Floors |
| Nampo-dong Harbor Town Special Architectural Zone | Residential, Accommodation, Neighborhood Living Facilities | Up to 45 floors above ground |
Applying Special Exceptions
| Zone Name | Applying Special Exceptions |
| Nampo-dong Harbor Town Special Architectural Zone | Exemption (relaxation) from application of Article 42 (Landscaping), Article 55 (Building Coverage Ratio), Article 56 (Building Floor Area Ratio), Article 58 (Open Space on Site), Article 60 (Height Limit of Buildings) of the Building Act |
4. Urban Management Plan
: No changes
5. Requirements for the design, construction management, and building production methods
○ Participating designers: MVRDV (Winy Maas), Junglim Architecture, DI Architecture Office
○ Construction supervision and contractor: According to relevant laws and regulations such as the Building Act
6. Other matters
: Relevant documents related to the designation of special architectural zones are available for review at the Busan Metropolitan City Architectural Policy Division (phone: 051-888-4368), Jung-Gu Office Regeneration Architecture Division (phone: 051-600-4602).
Classification
Announcement
Institution Classification
City
Institution
Busan Metropolitan City
Announcement Number
2025-105
Title
Announcement of Special Architectural Zone Designation (Nampo-dong Harbor Town)
Date
2025-04-02
Busan Metropolitan City Announcement No. 2025-106
Announcement of Special Architectural Zone Designation (Yeongdo Collective Hills)
In relation to 414-50 Cheonghak-dong, Yeongdo-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, the special architectural zone is designated in accordance with Article 71 of the Building Act, and the main contents such as purpose, location, and scope are announced as follows:
April 2, 2025
Mayor of Busan Metropolitan City
1. Purpose and Necessity of Designation
○ To create beautiful urban landscapes through harmonious and creative architecture and improve urban aesthetics, and
○ To establish architectural identity and propose regional development direction by planning considering balance with surrounding areas and topographical characteristics, to designate as a special architectural zone.
2. Location, Scope, and Area of Special Architectural Zone
| Zone Name | Location | Scope | Area (㎡) |
| Yeongdo Collective Hills Special Architectural Zone | 1. Busan Metropolitan City 2. 414-50 Cheonghak-dong | Yeongdo-gu, Cheonghak-dong 3. 394-20, 394-26, 397-55, 398-15, 398-21, 398-22, 398-24, 414-5, 414-49, 414-50, 414-62, 414-86, 414-90, 414-116, 414-117, 414-121, 414-122, 414-123, 414-129, 414-143, 394-19, 394-53, 395-7, 395-8, 414-119 | 4,532 |
There are important details regarding the size and use of buildings located within the special architectural zone. In this area, buildings must adhere to certain regulations, and the size and functionality of each building are considered critically important.
| Zone Name | Building Use | Maximum Number of Floors |
| Yeongdo Collective Hills Special Architectural Zone | Accommodation Facilities, Neighborhood Living Facilities | Up to 3 floors above ground |
Applying Special Exceptions
| Zone Name | Applying Special Exceptions |
| Yeongdo Collective Hills Special Architectural Zone | Exemption (relaxation) from application of Article 58 (Open Spaces on Site) of the Building Act |
4. Urban Management Plan
: No changes
5. Requirements for the design, construction management, and building production methods
○ Participating designers: MVRDV (Winy Maas), RiEulDorang Architecture Office
○ Construction supervision and contractor: According to relevant laws and regulations such as the Building Act
6. Other matters
: Relevant documents related to the designation of special architectural zones are available for review at the Busan Metropolitan City Architectural Policy Division (phone: 051-888-4368), Yeongdo-gu Office Architecture Division (phone: 051-419-4594).
Classification
Announcement
Institution Classification
City
Institution
Busan Metropolitan City
Announcement Number
2025-106
Title
Announcement of Special Architectural Zone Designation (Yeongdo Collective Hills)
Date
2025-04-02
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