Green Belt policy was introduced in Korea by City Planning Law in 1971. The policy has been affirmative in terms of keeping cities in an optimal size and preserving ecological environment. The policy was also introduced for national security purpose, ...
Green Belt policy was introduced in Korea by City Planning Law in 1971. The policy has been affirmative in terms of keeping cities in an optimal size and preserving ecological environment. The policy was also introduced for national security purpose, that is, providing military buffer zones. However, the policy has had negative effects such as unreasonable city development and economic sufferings of residents in the Belt. Some people have had benefits at others' costs. It is generally believed that these negative effects stem from the content and administrative implementation of inflexible land regulations related to the policy.
In this context, this thesis aims at examining current policy and administrative situations of the Green Belt and proposing practical alternatives to improve the appropriateness of the policy. These suggestions may contribute to raising the acceptance of governmental policies regarding the Green Belt. In consequence, the Green Belt policy may increase the quality of life of the Green Belt residents, who are the main target of the policy.
Methodologically, this study employs literature review, questionnaire survey, comparative study, statistical analysis, interview, and so on. A Ulsan topographical map is used to indicate newly suggested Green Belt boundaries based on this study.
In conclusion, the Ulsan Green Belt should be redressed in order to meet new public demands and the residents' benefits. Green Belt regions with more than 20 houses should be allowed to be developed as a residential town. And the central government is suggested to make proper compensation policies for the residents who have not exercised their property rights for almost 30 years. These policy suggestions, of course, should be verified and implemented through public meetings and legalization.