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This study aimed at building up basic data and knowledge to make the right direction of waterfront development in the three major rivers in Daejeon city: Gapcheon, Yudeungcheon and Daejeoncheon. For this, the following steps were taken. This study analyzed the waterfront areas, researched on waterfront development plans at the three rivers, and then categorized their functions into five types: social, connectivity, identity, aesthetic, and safety functions. With these types, planning elements of waterfront development were identified in order to bring uniqueness to each area when developing. Focusing on the planning elements, surveys were conducted under the themes of how citizens and river experts use the rivers what they perceive the rivers, and how satisfactory planning elements are. The result is as follows. First, citizens and river experts view the rivers differently. Second, excessive facility building should be under control. Third, each waterfront development project should consider its unique local characteristics.