Article 1 (Purpose)
The purpose of this Ordinance is to develop a safe and comfortable environment for pedestrians and secure pedestrians' right of way for citizens of the Seoul Special Metropolitan City (hereinafter referred to as "citizens") by providing for basic matters concerning the securing of pedestrians' right of way for citizens and by implementing policies of the Seoul Special Metropolitan City (hereinafter referred to as the "City") on the pedestrian environment comprehensively as planned.

Article 2 (Definitions)
Terms used in this Ordinance shall be defined as follows:

1. "Pedestrians' right of way" means pedestrians' right to walk safely and comfortably;

2. "Pedestrian environment" means the entire environment that affects pedestrian traffic and activities, including physical, perceptual, and mental aspects and systems related thereto.

3. Deleted. <Nov. 11, 2009>

Article 3 (Fundamental Duties)
(1) The Mayor of the Seoul Metropolitan Government (hereinafter referred to as "Mayor") shall perform fundamental duties regarding the following matters in order to create a city in which all pedestrians are pleased and able to walk comfortably: <Amended by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

1. Securing of pedestrians' right of way;

2. Maintenance and management of facilities for the pedestrian environment;

3. Improvement of the pedestrian environment;

4. Citizens' participation and cooperation in the improvement of the pedestrian environment;

5. Other matters necessary for the securing of pedestrians' right of way, the maintenance and management of facilities for the pedestrian environment, and the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

(2) The Mayor shall endeavor to render full assistance in each autonomous Gu's efforts to establish policies on the improvement of the pedestrian environment and improvement projects.

Article 4 (Citizens' Rights and Duties)
(1) Every citizen has a right to live in a safe and comfortable pedestrian environment.

(2) Every citizen has a right to be informed of the establishment and implementation of policies on the securing of pedestrians' right of way and the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

(3) Every citizen owes a duty to participate and cooperate actively in projects for the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

Article 5 (Establishment of Basic Plan for Improvement of Pedestrian Environment)
(1) The Mayor shall establish a basic plan for the improvement of the pedestrian environment every five years and an annual implementation plan every year. <Amended by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

(2) The basic plan for the pedestrian environment shall include the following matters:

1. The goals of the improvement of the pedestrian environment and the direction of policies thereon;

2. Changes of and prospects for conditions of the pedestrian environment;

3. Project plans for each area and each phase in order to accomplish the goals of the improvement of the pedestrian environment;

4. The calculation of costs and expenses incurred in the implementation of projects and a plan for raising funds therefor;

5. Other matters necessary for the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

(3) When the Mayor intends to establish a basic plan for the pedestrian environment or revise the plan with regard to an important matter, he/she shall collect and reflect citizens' opinions thoroughly therein.

(4) When a major plan related to the pedestrian environment, such as an urban plan, is established or revised, the Mayor shall ensure to have the basic plan for the pedestrian environment reflected therein.

Article 6 (Establishment of Guidelines for Development)
(1) The Mayor shall prescribe guidelines for the development of the pedestrian environment, which shall be complied with in the course of the improvement of the pedestrian environment, and establish related plans so as to apply them to the operation, management, etc. of traffic facilities. <Amended by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

(2) When the Mayor intends to prescribe guidelines for the development of the pedestrian environment pursuant to paragraph (1), he/she shall examine the following matters and reflect them in the guidelines: <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

1. Matters concerning the improvement of the pedestrian environment around main roads; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

2. Matters concerning the improvement of school routes; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

3. Matters concerning the improvement of side roads; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

4. Matters concerning the improvement of the pedestrian environment in areas with heavy pedestrial traffic, such as roads with high concentrations of tourists or shops; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

5. Matters concerning the maintenance of sidewalks; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

6. Matters concerning the installation and maintenance of crosswalks; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

7. Matters concerning the improvement of the pedestrian environment in connection with public transportation; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

8. Matters concerning the creation of vehicle-free streets; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

9. Matters concerning the improvement of wide intersections; <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

10. Other matters concerning the improvement of the pedestrian environment. <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

(3) Further specific guidelines for the development of the pedestrian environment, in which the matters under subparagraphs of paragraph (2) shall be reflected, shall be prescribed by Rule. <Newly Inserted by Ordinance No. 4885, Nov. 11, 2009>

Article 7 (Financial Support, etc.)
(1) The Mayor shall take measures for raising funds required for the implementation of policies on the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

(2) The Mayor may subsidize, within budget, some of costs and expenses incurred in each autonomous Gu's projects for the improvement of the pedestrian environment.

Article 8 (Delegation of Authority)
Mayor may delegate part of his/her authority under the provisions of this Ordinance to the head of each Gu.

Article 9 (Enforcement Rules)
Matters necessary for the enforcement of this Ordinance shall be prescribed by Rule.