Uijeongbu City in South Korea is gaining popularity among residents by opening closed public spaces to citizens. The initiative is part of the city's philosophy that 'the city belongs to the people,' and aims to foster open communication and community engagement. The city has opened spaces within governmental offices for public art exhibitions and community events. Notably, it transformed the former U.S. military base Camp Red Cloud (CRC) into a new opportunity for urban development, improving traffic flow and creating economic benefits. Additionally, new public spaces like 'Picnic Plaza' and access to previously closed sports facilities are enhancing local residents' quality of life. The city's efforts also include opening parking areas in church and school properties to alleviate parking shortages.
