"Avoid Rush Hours, Don't Press Multiple Floors": Apartment Notice to Delivery Workers Sparks Debate

Controversy Over Elevator Restrictions for Delivery Workers
Residents' Convenience vs. Excessive Demands Sparks Online Debate

Controversy has erupted online after it was revealed that an apartment complex posted a notice restricting delivery workers from using the elevators. Opinions are divided, with some claiming the measure is for the convenience of residents, while others criticize it as an excessive demand.

Elevator Usage Notice Posted for Delivery Workers at a Domestic Apartment Complex. Online Community BobaeDream

On November 19, a post titled "Notice to Delivery Workers at a Certain Apartment Complex" was uploaded to an online community, along with a photo of the notice posted at the complex.

The notice included a message asking for compliance with several restrictions "to ensure the safe and pleasant use of elevators for residents."

Specifically, the restrictions included: refraining from deliveries during commuting hours; prohibiting vehicles under 2.6 meters in height from entering ground level; banning the practice of wedging carts or items in the elevator door; prohibiting the exclusive use of the elevator by pressing multiple floor buttons simultaneously; and banning any other actions that inconvenience residents.

As the notice spread online, public opinion was immediately divided. Supporters of the apartment complex argued, "Occupying the elevator for long periods during rush hour is a legitimate cause for complaints," and "Pressing multiple floor buttons can be inconvenient for residents." Some also pointed out, "The notice was probably posted because these problems kept recurring."

On the other hand, many people felt the residents' demands were excessive. Some commented, "It's contradictory to demand fast delivery while telling workers not to come during rush hour," and "Complexes like this should pay additional allowances to delivery workers," adding, "They'll just complain again if deliveries are delayed."

Meanwhile, the exact name and location of the apartment complex have not been disclosed. Previously, in August, a similar controversy arose when an apartment in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, posted a notice asking delivery workers to avoid rush hours and to deliver to higher floors first during early morning deliveries, sparking accusations of unreasonable demands.