Hyeongsu Koo
Research Fellow, Urban Policy and Disaster Prevention Research Center, Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements

Hyeongsu Koo is a research fellow at the Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements, where he has worked since 2009. His research covers urban shrinkage, growth management, land use, and urban and regional planning. He holds a master’s degree in urban planning and completed Ph.D. coursework in urban planning at Seoul National University. His work examines spatial development challenges and policy approaches for managing urban growth and decline.

Policy Brief

From Urban Sprawl to Planned Growth: Lessons from the Republic of Korea

Managing urban sprawl takes more than development controls; it requires planned growth, coordinated infrastructure, and adaptable policies.

   Korea, Republic of; Environment; Public sector management and governance; Urban development
   SDG: Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities