Cheongdo County's "Manwon Housing Project" Revitalizes Vacant Homes and Drives Population Growth

Remodeling of Eight Houses Completed in 2025, 21 New Residents Settle Down
Strong Interest with 92 Applicants for Residency... Project Expansion Planned for Next Year

The "Cheongdo Manwon Housing Project," a vacant house remodeling support initiative by Cheongdo County, North Gyeongsang Province (Governor Kim Hasu), is achieving tangible results by simultaneously improving residential environments and attracting new residents.

The Cheongdo Manwon Housing Project is a settlement condition improvement initiative that utilizes vacant houses left unused in the region for over a year.

Provided by Cheongdo County

Under this project, if a homeowner signs a contract with a tenant under the conditions of a monthly rent of 10,000 won and a mandatory six-year lease, and personally undertakes the remodeling, the county provides financial assistance.

This initiative is being recognized for transforming long-neglected vacant houses that once marred the village landscape into pleasant residential spaces, thereby not only improving the village environment but also revitalizing the local community.

During 2025, a total of eight vacant house owners were selected for the project, and all remodeling work was completed.

As a result, 21 people relocated to Cheongdo County and established new homes.

In particular, the recruitment process for prospective tenants attracted as many as 92 applicants, demonstrating strong interest in the project.

One resident, who moved in with three children, expressed satisfaction, saying, "Being able to resolve our biggest concerns about housing and educational environments for our children at an affordable cost has been a tremendous help."

Building on this year's successful results, Cheongdo County plans to expand the scale of the project next year.

The county aims to develop it as a key policy that goes beyond simple housing support, helping aspiring return-to-farm residents, newlyweds, and young people settle stably in the region.

Governor Kim Hasu stated, "The Manwon Housing Project is an effective measure that not only addresses the vacant house issue but also helps newcomers settle in the region with stability," adding, "We will continue to do our utmost to create settlement conditions that satisfy both local residents and new arrivals."