Article 1 (Purpose) The purpose of this Ordinance is to contribute to the safe and convenient transportation of mobility disadvantaged persons of Seoul Metropolitan Government, their participation in society and the promotion of their welfare by guaranteeing matters to be prescribed by ordinance of a local government and their access to mass transportation in accordance with the Act on the Promotion of Transportation Convenience of Mobility Disadvantaged Persons (hereinafter referred to as the "Act").

Article 2 (Definitions) The definitions of terms used in this Ordinance shall be in accordance with the subparagraphs 1 through 8 of Article 2 of the Act.

Article 3 (Scope of Application) Except as otherwise specifically prescribed by Acts and subordinate statutes, this Ordinance shall apply to the promotion of transportation convenience of mobility disadvantaged persons.

Article 4 Deleted. <by Ordinance No. 5214, Jan. 5, 2012>

Article 5 Deleted. <by Ordinance No. 5214, Jan. 5, 2012>

Article 6 Deleted. <by Ordinance No. 5214, Jan. 5, 2012>

Article 7 (Formulation of Plans to Promote Transportation Convenience of Mobility Disadvantaged Persons) (1) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall formulate a plan to promote transportation convenience of local mobility disadvantaged persons every five years.
(2) Where the Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor formulates a plan to promote transportation convenience, he/she shall include matters referred to in the following subparagraphs in addition to Article 6 (2) of the Act therein:
1. A plan to establish and operate transportation support centers;
2. A plan to investigate and improve passenger transportation facilities of Seoul Metropolitan Government;
3. A plan to provide and improve information on transportation convenience for visually-impaired persons and hearing-impaired persons of Seoul Metropolitan Government;
4. An education plan for drivers of low-floor buses, buses, and special means of transportation;
5. Other matters the Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor deems necessary.

Article 8 (Hearing of Opinions and Public Hearings) Where the Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor intends to hear opinions of residents and the relevant experts on the important details of a plan to promote transportation convenience of mobility disadvantaged persons, he/she may hold a public hearing.

Article 9 (Plan for Introduction of Low-Floor Buses) (1) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall conduct the following matters to vitalize the introduction of low-floor buses:
1. Securing budget necessary for the introduction of low-floor buses;
2. Readjusting bus stops and pavements for the introduction of low-floor buses;
3. Readjusting roads for the introduction of low-floor buses;
4. Other matters the Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor deems necessary.
(2) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall replace a fixed percentage of buses replaced each year with low-floor buses.
(3) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor may subsidize expenses additionally incurred in the introduction of low-floor buses to transport business owners.

Article 10 (Operation of Low-floor Buses) (1) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall formulate administrative measures required for the operation of low-floor buses.
(2) Where necessary for the proper operation and use of low-floor buses, the Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall publicize and provide education on the same.

Article 11 (Establishment of Transportation Support Centers) (1) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall establish and operate transportation support centers to provide information on transportation of mobility disadvantaged persons and connection of service between mobility disadvantaged persons who intend to use special means of transportation and persons who drive such special means of transportation through any means of communications, etc.
(2) Matters concerning qualifications for the head and the employees of a transportation support center shall be prescribed by the relevant Rule.
(3) A transportation support center shall be operated on a 24 hour, 365 days a year basis.
(4) Motor vehicles owned by a transportation support center shall be in a structure convenient for wheelchair users to board and alight.
(5) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall compile and execute a budget necessary for the establishment and operation of transportation support centers.

Article 12 (Functions of Transportation Support Centers) (1) A transportation support center shall conduct the following activities:
1. Receipt of applications from persons who intend to use special means of transportation;
2. Operation of special means of transportation;
3. Deliberation of qualifications for users of special means of transportation;
4. Guidance, consultation and education on drivers of special means of transportation and other relevant persons;
5. Collection and provision of information on transportation support to mobility disadvantaged persons;
6. Other necessary matters concerning transportation support.
(2) The Mayor shall separately determine standards for operation and deliberation of qualifications under the subparagraphs of paragraph (1).

Article 13 (Operation and Entrustment of Transportation Support Centers) (1) The Mayor may entrust the Seoul Metropolitan Facilities Management Corporation, a non-profit corporation or non-profit private organization with business referred to in the following subparagraphs for the efficient management and operation of special means of transportation:
1. Management and operation of special means of transportation;
2. Operation of a transportation support center.
(2) Where the Mayor intends to entrust affairs in accordance with paragraph (1), the Seoul Metropolitan Government Ordinance on Entrustment of Administrative Affairs to Private Sector shall apply mutatis mutandis to matters not prescribed by this Ordinance concerning entrustment: Provided, That where the Mayor entrusts the Seoul Metropolitan Facilities Management Corporation with affairs, he/she may elect not to apply mutatis mutandis Article 8 and 9 of Seoul Metropolitan Government Ordinance on Entrustment of Administrative Affairs to Private Sector to such cases. <Amended by Ordinance No. 4818, Jul. 30, 2009>
(3) The Seoul Metropolitan Government shall fully subsidize the budget necessary for the operation of transportation support centers of Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Article 14 (Operation of Special Means of Transportation) (1) A special means of transportation means any motor vehicle to support transportation of mobility disadvantaged persons who have much inconvenience in transportation.
(2) A special means of transportation shall have the following characteristics:
1. They are operated 24 hours a day, 365 days a year;
2. Both instant application and reserved application are possible;
3. Long-term use is also possible.
(3) Matters necessary for the operation under paragraph (2) shall be prescribed by the relevant Rule.
(4) A person who intends to use a special means of transportation shall file an application with a transportation support center by phone, in writing, or by a computerized communications network.
(5) A special means of transportation shall provide transportation support to a mobility disadvantaged user from his/her place of departure to his/her destination.
(6) A driver of a special means of transportation shall assist a user to board and alight.
(7) A special means of transportation shall be installed with lifting equipment, such as a wheelchair lift or wheelchair crane, wheelchair holding device, and handrail, all of which enable a mobility disadvantaged person to board the means of special transportation while sitting in a wheelchair.

Article 15 (Persons Eligible to Use Special Means of Transportation) (1) Persons eligible to use a special means of transportation shall be as follows:
1. A disabled person in Grade 1 or 2 in accordance with Article 2 (1) of the Enforcement Rule of the Act on Welfare of Persons with Disabilities;
2. A mobility disadvantaged person who does not fall under subparagraph 1 who has difficulty in using mass transportation services or who has difficulty in going out and moving alone;
3. A family member or guardian who accompanies a mobility disadvantaged person who falls under subparagraph 1 or 2;
4. Other persons deemed in need of a special means of transportation.
(2) Matters concerning the use of, and application for a special means of transportation and concrete matters on the selection of users shall be prescribed by the relevant Rule.

Article 16 (Fares and Number of Special Means of Transportation) (1) Fare of a special means of transportation shall not exceed three times the fares of the urban railroad (distance pro rata system) in accordance with the Urban Railroad Act.
(2) The Metropolitan Government Mayor shall determine fares of special means of transportation within the extent referred to in paragraph (1) and announce them on the Seoul Metropolitan gazette or the Internet. The same shall also apply to cases where he/she intends to change fares.
(3) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall determine the number of motor vehicles for special means of transportation in a plan for the promotion of transportation convenience of mobility disadvantaged persons of the Seoul Metropolitan Government pursuant to Article 16 (1) of the Act and subparagraphs 1 through 3 of Article 5 of the Enforcement Rule of the Act on the Promotion of Transportation Convenience of Mobility Disadvantaged Persons. <Amended by Ordinance No. 4613, Mar. 12, 2008>

Article 17 (Securing of Budget) The Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor shall endeavor to secure finances for the business to promote transportation convenience of mobility disadvantaged persons and proactively endeavor to reflect such finances in the compilation of the budget.