The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has approved municipal regulations for transport service centers, as part of its efforts to develop the business environment, improve the quality of services provided in the sector, and promote investment in activities related to transport and logistics. These measures aim to improve the urban landscape and raise levels of organization and compliance.
The Ministry explained that the regulations include a comprehensive classification of transport service centers, covering freight transport centers, bus transport centers, truck, bus, and taxi accommodation centers, vehicles attached to commercial activities, light transport centers, as well as centers for assessing vehicle damage of various types.
The regulations set precise spatial requirements, stipulating a minimum area of 600 square meters for bus accommodation centers, 900 square meters for truck accommodation or rental centers, and 1,000 square meters for taxi or light transport accommodation centers. Vehicle damage assessment centers are required to range between 600 square meters for Category II and 1,500 square meters for Category I.
The Ministry emphasized the need to provide sufficient parking spaces, safe entrances and exits, and a comprehensive traffic study of the site and surrounding roads, while adhering to setbacks, height restrictions, and landscaping requirements in line with approved building codes.
It further noted that the technical and architectural requirements mandate urban façades consistent with the urban code, the use of materials that meet standard specifications for flooring and ceilings, installation of modern lighting systems and surveillance cameras, as well as the provision of rest areas for drivers, prayer rooms, restrooms, and storage facilities equipped for equipment storage.
Operational requirements include adherence to electronic payment methods, maintaining cleanliness and waste management, installing fire protection systems in accordance with the Saudi Building Code (SBC-801), and prohibiting the use of sidewalks and public facilities. Additionally, centers must comply with regulations governing supplementary and compatible activities, which may not exceed 50% of the total licensed area.
The Ministry affirmed that the adoption of these regulations is part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of transport service centers, organize their work environment, and strengthen compliance and commitment. These measures align with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to improve quality of life, develop cities, and enhance infrastructure efficiency in support of the transport and logistics sector.
The Ministry explained that the regulations include a comprehensive classification of transport service centers, covering freight transport centers, bus transport centers, truck, bus, and taxi accommodation centers, vehicles attached to commercial activities, light transport centers, as well as centers for assessing vehicle damage of various types.
The regulations set precise spatial requirements, stipulating a minimum area of 600 square meters for bus accommodation centers, 900 square meters for truck accommodation or rental centers, and 1,000 square meters for taxi or light transport accommodation centers. Vehicle damage assessment centers are required to range between 600 square meters for Category II and 1,500 square meters for Category I.
The Ministry emphasized the need to provide sufficient parking spaces, safe entrances and exits, and a comprehensive traffic study of the site and surrounding roads, while adhering to setbacks, height restrictions, and landscaping requirements in line with approved building codes.
It further noted that the technical and architectural requirements mandate urban façades consistent with the urban code, the use of materials that meet standard specifications for flooring and ceilings, installation of modern lighting systems and surveillance cameras, as well as the provision of rest areas for drivers, prayer rooms, restrooms, and storage facilities equipped for equipment storage.
Operational requirements include adherence to electronic payment methods, maintaining cleanliness and waste management, installing fire protection systems in accordance with the Saudi Building Code (SBC-801), and prohibiting the use of sidewalks and public facilities. Additionally, centers must comply with regulations governing supplementary and compatible activities, which may not exceed 50% of the total licensed area.
The Ministry affirmed that the adoption of these regulations is part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of transport service centers, organize their work environment, and strengthen compliance and commitment. These measures align with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to improve quality of life, develop cities, and enhance infrastructure efficiency in support of the transport and logistics sector.
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