The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has emphasized the mandatory requirement to obtain municipal licenses before engaging in any commercial or construction activity within cities. It stressed that practicing any activity without a valid license constitutes an immediate violation, subjecting the responsible party to penalties and fines, which may include site closure and suspension of certain services at high-risk locations.
The Ministry clarified that a municipal license is not a mere formality but a legal obligation that safeguards the rights of property owners and investors. It provides a clear regulatory framework that ensures business continuity, strengthens market discipline, and builds beneficiary confidence. It warned that operating outside this framework exposes violators to accountability and poses direct risks to public safety and the urban landscape. Unlicensed activities may incur fines of up to SAR 50,000 depending on the type of violation, in addition to closure and suspension of services at high-risk sites where public safety is threatened.
The Ministry is intensifying its efforts to raise awareness among individuals, business owners, real estate developers, and contractors about the necessity of obtaining municipal licenses before commencing any activity. Licensing is considered a direct responsibility of beneficiaries and a fundamental path to protecting investments from penalties, organizing activities within cities, and ensuring the safe and orderly provision of services to residents.
The Ministry’s oversight covers a wide range of activities, including construction works, building renovations, commercial operations, home delivery services, tobacco product outlets, and excavation works. Violating sites are dealt with in accordance with established regulations, leading to fines or closures when necessary, to safeguard neighborhoods, public facilities, and pedestrians.
The Ministry stressed the continuation of field monitoring through secretariats, municipalities, specialized teams, and modern monitoring technologies that support direct on-site supervision. It confirmed that violations are addressed immediately in line with regulations, and that the imposition of fines and closures remains an ongoing measure to protect public safety and maintain an orderly urban environment.
The Ministry urged all beneficiaries to obtain the required municipal license through the “Balady” platform before engaging in any activity, to avoid fines and closures. It also encouraged community members to report any unlicensed activities via the Call Center (940), affirming that reporting is a shared responsibility that helps stop violations and address them in accordance with the law.
It is noteworthy that the “Balady” platform is one of the Ministry’s digital platforms, enabling citizens, residents, and business owners to complete municipal services electronically. These include issuing and renewing municipal licenses, inquiring about commercial activities, submitting reports, and tracking transactions without the need to visit secretariat or municipality offices. Services can be accessed through the link: https://www.balady.gov.sa/en.
The Ministry clarified that a municipal license is not a mere formality but a legal obligation that safeguards the rights of property owners and investors. It provides a clear regulatory framework that ensures business continuity, strengthens market discipline, and builds beneficiary confidence. It warned that operating outside this framework exposes violators to accountability and poses direct risks to public safety and the urban landscape. Unlicensed activities may incur fines of up to SAR 50,000 depending on the type of violation, in addition to closure and suspension of services at high-risk sites where public safety is threatened.
The Ministry is intensifying its efforts to raise awareness among individuals, business owners, real estate developers, and contractors about the necessity of obtaining municipal licenses before commencing any activity. Licensing is considered a direct responsibility of beneficiaries and a fundamental path to protecting investments from penalties, organizing activities within cities, and ensuring the safe and orderly provision of services to residents.
The Ministry’s oversight covers a wide range of activities, including construction works, building renovations, commercial operations, home delivery services, tobacco product outlets, and excavation works. Violating sites are dealt with in accordance with established regulations, leading to fines or closures when necessary, to safeguard neighborhoods, public facilities, and pedestrians.
The Ministry stressed the continuation of field monitoring through secretariats, municipalities, specialized teams, and modern monitoring technologies that support direct on-site supervision. It confirmed that violations are addressed immediately in line with regulations, and that the imposition of fines and closures remains an ongoing measure to protect public safety and maintain an orderly urban environment.
The Ministry urged all beneficiaries to obtain the required municipal license through the “Balady” platform before engaging in any activity, to avoid fines and closures. It also encouraged community members to report any unlicensed activities via the Call Center (940), affirming that reporting is a shared responsibility that helps stop violations and address them in accordance with the law.
It is noteworthy that the “Balady” platform is one of the Ministry’s digital platforms, enabling citizens, residents, and business owners to complete municipal services electronically. These include issuing and renewing municipal licenses, inquiring about commercial activities, submitting reports, and tracking transactions without the need to visit secretariat or municipality offices. Services can be accessed through the link: https://www.balady.gov.sa/en.
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