Small-to-medium cities with a population of no more than 300,000, in particular, are shrinking at an alarming rate and their very existence is being threatened. Under these circumstances calling for an immediate and effective survival strategy for such cities,spatial management plans for urban growth and development have concerns to bring upon a negative impact in that they typically increase the burden on the target regions.

In this respect, this study was carried out for the purpose of formulating place-based integrated plan on the basis of local resources in order to form a sustainable community and create a virtuous cycle for the local economy. Furthermore, this study was aimed at suggesting improvements for a government subsidy system that has been heavily dependent on public participation.