Table of Contents
- Laundry Business Types in Korea
- Registration Requirements
- Facility Standards
- Environmental Compliance
- Required Documents
- Registration Procedure
- FAQ
1. Laundry Business Types in Korea
- Coin/General Laundry: customer self-service or staff-assisted laundry
- Dry Cleaning/Laundry Service: pick-up and delivery
- Both require registration under the Public Health Management Act
2. Registration Requirements
- Registered business at local district office
- Facility must meet minimum sanitation standards
- Wastewater treatment equipment if using chemical solvents (dry cleaning)
3. Facility Standards
- Minimum 16.5 m² for wash area
- Separate customer area and washing area
- Adequate ventilation (especially for solvent-based cleaning)
- Fire-resistant materials for solvent storage areas
4. Environmental Compliance
- Dry cleaning using perchloroethylene requires environmental registration
- Wastewater discharge must comply with the Water Quality Conservation Act
- Solvent waste must be disposed of by a licensed waste company
5. Required Documents
- Public health business registration application
- Facility floor plan
- Equipment specification list
- Environmental permit (if using chemical solvents)
- Business registration certificate
6. Registration Procedure
- Submit application to local district office health department
- Facility inspection
- Registration certificate issued (approx. 5–10 business days)
FAQ
Q. Can a laundry business operate from a residential building?
A. Commercial floors of mixed-use buildings are typically permitted. Pure residential buildings are generally not.
Q. Is there a health inspection required before opening?
A. Yes. A facility inspection by the local health department is part of the registration process.
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