Q1-1 What is the development permit system?

The development permit system divides urban planning areas into urbanization areas and urbanization adjustment areas in order to prevent disorderly urbanization, guarantee healthy and cultural life for residents, and ensure functional economic activities. This refers to a system in the City Planning Act (outside site) established to ensure that urbanization is planned step by step and systematically (drawing).

Parts to be published in guides on this answer

• The purpose and outline of the development permit system
  "Guide to Development Permits"-System Edition-Chapters 1 and 2

Contact for inquiries regarding this answer

• About the "drawing" system
  Housing and Architecture Bureau City Planning Division
• Operation of the Permit System
  Housing and Architecture Bureau Residential Land Examination Department

For specific details in a specific location, please contact the person in charge of each area.