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Location, overview, construction and opening schedule of the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center
Announcement of designation of the operator and approval of the implementation plan for the urban planning facility project (Sasang Neighborhood Park Sasang Forest Experience Education Center)
The 'Sasang Forest Experience Education Center', located within Sasang Neighborhood Park, has finally received designation of the operator and approval of the implementation plan, marking the official start of the project. This education center is situated at 116 Gwaebap-dong, Sasang-gu, and spans an area of 16,500㎡. The building is designed to be three stories above ground, with a building area of 1,599.30㎡ and a total floor area of 1,861.09㎡. This project is expected to provide local residents with opportunities to closely connect with nature.
It is located near Sasang Station on the Gyeongbu Line, and the entity overseeing the project is the Mayor of Busan. The goal is to commence construction within six months after approval, and to complete it within 18 months of commencement.
The design selected in the 2024 design competition is by Lala Hoho Architecture Office. This design encapsulates the idea of wooden architecture that allows one to feel nature in the urban setting.
This building is designed using a combination of wooden frame and reinforced concrete.
It will provide various indoor and outdoor experiential spaces such as a forest learning room, woodworking experience room, forest library, and multipurpose auditorium.
This building is designed to serve dual functions of exhibition and experience. It is being recognized as a prime example of eco-friendly architecture suited for the carbon-neutral era.
The total project cost is approximately 15.5 billion KRW, with 13 billion KRW allocated to construction costs. This project is selected under the Forest Service's ‘Domestic Timber Wooden Construction Demonstration Project’, with the national and city budgets each providing half of the funding. Additionally, an extra 2.5 billion KRW in city funding will be injected to create a sensory experience forest, forest exploration trails, and a children’s experiential forest.
Currently, the permitting process related to the building permit is underway. Construction is planned to begin as soon as the process is completed. The original goal was to complete by the end of 2026, but based on the construction schedule, it is highly likely that completion and opening will occur in early 2027.
After opening, it is expected to become a center for urban forest education and wood culture in the heart of Sasang-gu. This place is anticipated to provide rich experiences and learning opportunities for citizens and children.
Announcement No. 2025-325 of Busan Metropolitan City
Urban planning facility project (Sasang Neighborhood Park: Sasang Forest Experience Education Center)
Announcement of designation of the operator and approval of the implementation plan
1. Designation of the park by the Ministry of Construction Bulletin No. 555 (1972.12.30.), designation of the park establishment plan by Busan Metropolitan City Bulletin No. 2007-315 (2007.8.15.), urban management plan (facility: park) decision (amendment) by Busan Metropolitan City Bulletin No. 2019-365 (2019.12.18.), park establishment plan decision (amendment) by Busan Metropolitan City Bulletin No. 2023-253 (2023.7.12.), final decision on the park establishment plan (amendment) by Busan Metropolitan City Bulletin No. 2025-233 (2025.6.18.) for the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center, in accordance with Article 88 of the 「National Land Planning and Utilization Act」 and Article 97 of the same Act Enforcement Decree, the implementation plan is approved and notified as follows based on Article 91 of the same Act and Article 100 of the same Act Enforcement Decree.
2. Related documents are available at the Busan Metropolitan City Park Urban Section (☎888-3781) and Sasang-gu Greenery and Parks Section (☎310-5144) for public viewing and interested parties.
August 13, 2025
Mayor of Busan
1. Location of the project: Area of 116 Gwaebap-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan Metropolitan City
2. Type of project: Urban planning facility project (park: neighborhood park)
3. Project name: Creation project of Sasang Forest Experience Education Center
4. Scale of the project: 16,500㎡
* Building overview (3 stories above ground, building area 1,599.30㎡, total floor area 1,861.09㎡)
5. Name and address of the project operator
* Mayor of Busan / 1001 Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan Metropolitan City (Yeonsan-dong)
6. Scheduled date of commencement and completion of the project
* Scheduled commencement date: within 6 months from the date of approval of the implementation plan
* Scheduled completion date: within 18 months from the start date
7. Location, land registration number, land type, area of the land to be expropriated or used, specifications of ownership and rights outside of ownership, and names and addresses of the owners and right holders: as per the attachment document.
Classification
Announcement
Institution Classification
City
Institution
Busan Metropolitan City
Announcement Number
No. 2025-325
Title
Announcement of designation of the operator and approval of the implementation plan for the urban planning facility project (Sasang Neighborhood Park Sasang Forest Experience Education Center)
Date
2025-08-13
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Where is the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center located?
The Sasang Forest Experience Education Center is located at 116 Gwaebap-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan Metropolitan City.
The Sasang Forest Experience Education Center is situated within Sasang Neighborhood Park, specifically at 116 Gwaebap-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan Metropolitan City. It has a convenient location close to Sasang Station on the Gyeongbu Line, making it easily accessible for local residents and visitors alike.
Q. What is the construction scale of the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center?
It will be constructed as a three-story building with a building area of 1,599.30㎡ and a total floor area of 1,861.09㎡.
The education center building is designed to be three stories above ground, with a building area of 1,599.30㎡ and a total floor area of 1,861.09㎡. It is designed with a combination of wooden architecture and reinforced concrete, making it eco-friendly and harmonizing with nature.
Q. What are the construction and completion schedules for the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center?
Construction is expected to start within 6 months after implementation plan approval and to be completed within 18 months of commencement.
This project aims to start construction within 6 months after receiving approval for the implementation plan and to complete it within 18 months of starting construction. The original target was to complete by the end of 2026; however, based on the construction schedule, it is likely to open in early 2027.
Q. What are the main facilities of the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center?
It will offer various experiential spaces, including a forest learning room, woodworking experience room, forest library, and multipurpose auditorium.
Inside the education center, there will be a variety of indoor and outdoor experiential spaces, including a forest learning room, woodworking experience room, forest library, and a multipurpose auditorium. This allows visitors to experience both nature and wood culture simultaneously, fulfilling both educational and experiential functions.
Q. What is the budget for the Sasang Forest Experience Education Center construction and what supports are available?
The total project cost is 15.5 billion KRW, with funding evenly split between the national and city governments, including additional city funding.
The total project cost is approximately 15.5 billion KRW, of which 13 billion KRW is allocated to construction costs. It has been selected as part of the Forest Service's ‘Domestic Timber Wooden Construction Demonstration Project’, receiving half of the funding from national and city budgets, and an additional 2.5 billion KRW from city funds will be used for the creation of sensory experience forests and other children’s experience areas.
