①With regard to the application, to a designated city set forth in Article 252-19, paragraph (1) of the Local Autonomy Act (hereinafter referred to as a "designated city"), of the provisions of this Act specified by Cabinet Order, a ward and a general ward are deemed to be a city, the area of a ward and a general ward is deemed to be the area of a city, and the head of a ward and the head of a general ward are deemed to be the mayor.

②Beyond what is provided for in the preceding paragraph, special provisions may be made by Cabinet Order concerning the application of the provisions of this Act to a designated city.