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This study aims to anticipate and mitigate the decline and potential disappearance of regional cities due to population decline. Focusing on coastal cities in the southwestern region with a relatively high population decline rate, we conducted a comprehensive survey and analysis of the current situation. Based on this, we underscore the necessity for restructuring the urban environment through urban shrinkage and emphasize the importance of changes in current building regulations. In this study, we redefine the concept of a smart shrinking city to suit the urban environment of small cities in Jeollanam-do. Applying this redefined concept, we propose a model for urban shrinkage in Doyang-eup, Goheung county. We anticipate that the future urban space and land use areas in small regional cities will be reshaped based on the proposed urban model, leading to urban revitalization rather than city decline.