In Iho 1-dong, Jeju City, local residents are expressing strong opposition to a construction project that threatens their coastal sand dune, known as Iho Coastal Dune. The dune has historically served as a natural barrier that protects the village from harsh sea winds and waves. Despite previous efforts to conserve the area by planting trees, the issue escalated when government land containing the dune was sold to private developers last year, leading to plans for a three-story restaurant that would infringe on the dune's structure. The construction project gained permission amid a controversial approval process, with complaints that officials did not recognize the environmental significance of the sand dune during site assessments. A representative from the Jeju City construction department acknowledged that the intrusion was unrecognized at the time of the approval, but construction has now been halted on the publicly owned road section of the dune amid backlash from local residents. The local community seeks to preserve what remains of the sand dune, urging the city to revoke any road usage permits associated with the construction. They have expressed their discontent with local authorities, stating that the mayor has even acknowledged mistakes. The community insists on immediate action to protect their local environment, demonstrating the growing tensions between development interests and environmental conservation efforts in Jeju.