Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the preferred parking solution model for residents of Yeonmu-dong, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, in order to address conflicts arising from parking problems and to develop parking relief systems tailored to local characteristics. Yeonmu-dong is situated in an urban regeneration area within the old city center, characterized by low-rise residential density, a high percentage of elderly residents, and a significant number of long-term residents who have lived there for more than a decade. Our primary objective was to investigate whether conflict resolution strategies have a moderating impact on the relationship between residents' sense of community and their quality of life.
 To achieve our research objectives, we gathered academic literature related to urban regeneration, analyzed statistical data from public institutions, and conducted a survey of local residents. We then conducted statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, group difference analysis, and hierarchical regression analysis, to analyze the survey data using SPSS 27 statistical techniques.
 The analysis revealed several key findings. Firstly, residents expressed a preference for parking solutions falling under the categories of 'citizen participation type' and 'existing facility utilization type' to alleviate parking space shortages. Some of the suggested alternatives included 'developing parking lots by purchasing old houses,' 'having parking facilities at home,' 'utilizing public facilities such as school playgrounds,' and 'making use of vacant land.' Secondly, although local residents exhibited a relatively high sense of community and employed positive conflict resolution methods, their overall quality of life was somewhat low. Lastly, the relationship between a positive sense of community and a negative quality of life was found to be influenced by the type of conflict resolution strategies employed.
 In conclusion, while the presence of a significant elderly population in the region can be advantageous, it is important to address the declining number of young residents, which can hinder regional development. Therefore, policies aimed at attracting younger individuals should be considered, along with initiatives to promote privately-led community councils. Furthermore, it was observed that a higher sense of community among local residents positively affects their quality of life. To enhance this effect, policy efforts should include providing conflict management education for local residents.

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