코로나19 발생 전ㆍ중ㆍ종료 후 상가임대차 분쟁유형 차이 분석

To analyze the impact of crisis situations, such as COVID-19, on the types of commercial rental disputes, this study examined the differences in the proportion of dispute types, as well as the correlation and causality, using data on dispute settlement applications from the five years before, during, and after the occurrence of COVID-19. First, the proportion of dispute types changed at each stage of COVID-19. During the pandemic, disputes over rent increases or decreases rose sharply, while disputes regarding contract terminations and damages increased afterward. Second, the correlation between dispute types varied by stage; in particular, disputes related to rent increases or decreases, contract renewals, and premiums demonstrated significant relationships. Third, causality was weak as a short-term impact factor during the height of COVID-19, but following the pandemic, delays in economic recovery became a major cause of disputes. To mitigate the business damage to tenants during the COVID-19 outbreak, this study suggests changing the basis for contract termination from closure to sales performance. Furthermore, even after the crisis has ended, it is essential to continue stabilizing commercial leases for an extended period rather than abruptly halting support for tenants. Additionally, there is a need for objective investigation procedures to facilitate prompt resolution of disputes related to restoration and physical defects.