180-Space Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot Opens on the 23rd

The 'Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot,' which can accommodate 180 vehicles, has been completed near Ilwol Lake Park in Suwon, where parking demand is surging due to nearby apartment complexes, Sungkyunkwan University, and Ilwon Arboretum. The lot will be available for use from the 23rd.

The Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot spans a site area of 2,916 square meters in Guun-dong, Gwonseon-gu, with a total floor area of 3,711.84 square meters. It comprises 2 floors and 3 tiers, accommodating 180 vehicles.

On the 5th, Suwon held a completion ceremony at the Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot, attended by Suwon Special City Mayor Lee Jae-jun, Vice Chairman of the Suwon Special City Council Yoo Jae-kwang, city council members, and local residents.

At the event, Suwon Special City Mayor Lee Jae-jun stated, "The construction of the Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot will enhance residents' quality of life and increase visitors to Ilwol Lake Park and surrounding tourist attractions, which will help revitalize alley commerce."

In March 2024, Suwon City secured 2 billion won in provincial funds and proceeded through administrative procedures. Construction began in September 2025 and was completed in October 2026.

The Ilwol Lake Public Parking Lot will operate free of charge from November 23rd to December 13th for trial operations, then transition to a 24-hour unattended paid operation system from December 14th onwards.

The first hour of parking is free, and thereafter, 300 won is charged every 10 minutes. The maximum daily fee is 7,000 won. Monthly pass rates are 60,000 won for daytime, 40,000 won for nighttime, and 70,000 won for all-day. Those wishing to use a monthly pass may apply to Suwon Urban Corporation at a later date.