Controversy Over Pre-Inspection of Newly Built Apartments in Dong-gu, Daegu
Issues Also in Sejong... Increasing Anxiety Among Prospective Residents
An apartment in Daegu, scheduled for move-in this month, has become embroiled in a controversy over poor construction due to defects found during a preliminary inspection. Previously, in Sejong, absurd defects were also discovered during a preliminary inspection, increasing anxiety among prospective residents of newly built buildings.
On the 19th, multiple photos showing problems found during the preliminary inspection of a newly built apartment in Daegu were posted on the online community BobaeDream. Shockingly, a bag containing construction workers' feces was found, and images showed entrance doors not fully installed and water pouring from the ceiling. Moreover, when the toilet seat cover was lowered, the bathroom door would not close.
The apartment complex consists of a total of 1,458 households and reportedly began preliminary inspections on the 1st of this month ahead of move-in scheduled for the end of the month. However, prospective residents discovered numerous uncompleted works and defects and protested against the construction company. They claim there are over 300 defects, both major and minor, and are continuing demonstrations refusing the district office’s completion approval until the 30th.
Netizens who saw this responded with comments such as, “This is really serious,” “It’s surprising that such a place gets completion approval,” and “There are many apartments like this these days.”
Earlier, a large number of defects were also found during a preliminary inspection at an apartment in Buk-gu, Daegu, causing prospective residents to express their frustration. They stated, “During the preliminary inspection at the end of February, defects such as ceiling leaks, uneven flooring, and concrete cracks inside units were found everywhere,” and argued, “Buk-gu should not approve the completion.” As the controversy over poor construction arose, Daegu City announced, “If violations of relevant laws such as the Housing Act are found, strong administrative measures will be taken.”
Additionally, numerous defects were revealed during a preliminary inspection at an urban-style residential housing in Sejong recently, angering prospective residents. In particular, they were baffled by the design where two houses bent in an 'ㄱ' shape would collide if both entrance doors were opened simultaneously. A video of a man opening the doors of both units at the same time to point out the problem was posted on social media (SNS), attracting attention. As the controversy grew, Sejong City reportedly sent an official letter to the construction company requesting cooperation to allow residents to conduct additional preliminary inspections.
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