The Impact of Awareness of Urban Regeneration Projects on Intention to Participate : The Mediating Effect of Social Capital on Residents in Gu-rye Gun Bongnam District

The success of urban regeneration projects can no longer be measured solely by improvements to the physical environment; the level of awareness and participation of residents can be said to be the key driving force behind fundamental change. The level of awareness and participation of residents can be said to be the key driving force of fundamental change. This paper aims to examine the influence of the level of awareness of the project on the intention of residents to participate in the Bongnam District of Gurye County. Multifaceted and integrated efforts are essential for successful urban regeneration. A multi-faceted approach must be implemented simultaneously, including legal and institutional support, tailored education programs, transparent communication channels, and financial support. In particular, the most important factor is to recognize and treat residents as active subjects rather than passive beneficiaries. Urban regeneration projects must be designed and implemented in a way that reflects the real opinions and demands of residents. No urban regeneration project can be truly successful without the active participation and positive perception of residents.