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Partial Opening of Eco Delta City Parks and Green Spaces in July – Providing Comfortable Rest Areas for Citizens

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Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that it will open selected sections of parks and green spaces currently under development in Eco Delta City, Gangseo-gu, to the public in July.

This early opening is a meaningful initiative undertaken as part of proactive administration that prioritizes public convenience, aiming to offer shaded green areas and rest spaces to citizens coping with the recent extreme heat.

As the move-in process for residential complexes within Eco Delta City accelerates, local residents have voiced strong demand for early access to parks. In response, the city is taking swift action to improve citizens' quality of life and public benefits by opening the parks ahead of full completion.

The areas to be opened include parts of Neighborhood Park No. 1 (southern section) and Greenway No. 4 (western section) within the Phase 2 project area. Spaces such as green zones and fountains will be opened before final completion to serve as shelters during the heatwave. The total area to be opened is 31,840 square meters.

Since February 2025, the city has responded to early opening requests from residents and relevant institutions by conducting consultations and two rounds of joint inspections. After addressing necessary facility improvements, it decided to open the parts that are ready for use.

Details such as the exact opening date are being finalized in coordination with the local government, and official announcements will be made by Gangseo-gu once confirmed.

This section is adjacent to newly occupied apartment complexes with high demand for recreational space. It features major amenities such as ground fountains, open shelters, sunbeds, walking paths, and a variety of trees, making it a promising urban green retreat for escaping the summer heat.

Neighborhood Park No. 1, currently under development, spans a total area of 139,274 square meters and is envisioned as a landmark park within Eco Delta City. In addition to the areas opening this time, the northern section (113,167㎡) is scheduled for completion by February 2029.

Key facilities planned for the northern section of Neighborhood Park No. 1 include a symbolic waterfront landscape with a lake, a community waterway, forest trails for nature walks and healing, and diverse cultural and event spaces.

Busan Metropolitan City plans to develop parks and green spaces throughout Eco Delta City in stages, starting with the currently opened areas and expanding sequentially. The city aims to offer tangible, resident-focused park services and, in the long term, establish a signature park representing the region.

The Eco Delta City Waterfront District Development Project is a national initiative carried out under the "Special Act on the Use of Waterfront Districts" to systematically and strategically utilize areas surrounding national rivers.

The project is jointly executed by Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water), Busan Metropolitan Corporation, and the city’s administrative support division. It aims to create a residential environment centered on waterfronts and offer a variety of leisure and cultural spaces across Myeongji-dong, Gangdong-dong, and Daejeo-dong in Gangseo-gu.

Ahn Chul-soo, Director General of Green City Bureau, stated, “In the face of ongoing extreme heat and climate change, the early opening of parks and green spaces is more than just providing physical space—it is an essential public service that supports citizens' health and recovery in daily life.” He added, “We will continue to implement proactive administration and preemptive management of public facilities that reflect citizens’ needs, thereby improving the quality of life in a meaningful way.”

The living environment in Eco Delta City is expected to improve significantly through this early opening, allowing citizens to experience the benefits of the developing waterfront district ahead of full completion.