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Leaders
a day ago
- Automotive
- Leaders
Riyadh Launches Digital Permit Parking System in Residential Areas
Saudi Arabia has unveiled a new managed system to regulate parking in Riyadh's residential neighborhoods, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The system will issue digital permits to residents both and visitors through the Riyadh Parking app, without a fee. This strategic move seeks basically to decrease congestion and prevent vehicles from main roads spilling into residential areas. The authorities will firstly implement the system in the Al-Wurud neighborhood, with plans to expand it to other areas adjacent to existing paid parking zones. In the light of this, the decision perfectly aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030 goal to maintain a more organized urban environment and promote quality of life for residents. Riyadh Parking also revealed plans to introduce paid parking in several new areas. Starting Saturday, August 9, paid parking will apply on Prince Mosaad Bin Jalawi Road in both directions, between King Abdulaziz Road and Makkah Al-Mukarramah Road. Paid parking will also take effect Saturday on Makkah Road, from King Abdulaziz Road to the intersection with Prince Mosaad Bin Jalawi Road. Through the Riyadh Parking app, linked to the national Nafath platform, residents can pay for app also uses camera-equipped monitoring vehicles to enforce regulations. Notably, the new initiative aims to regulate over 140,000 unpaid residential spaces and 24,000 paid commercial spaces across the capital. The project represents a significant partnership between Remat Al-Riyadh Development Company, the mayoralty's development arm, and STC. The current phase will also cover twelve districts, including Al-Wurud, Al-Rahmaniyah, western Al-Olaya, Al-Murouj, King Fahd and Al-Sulaymaniyah, as well as four southern districts. Related Topics: Saudi Road Code Now Supports Safe Autonomous Vehicles Integration SAR Removes 1 Million Truck Trips from Kingdom's Roads Riyadh Roads Development Program Launched with $13 Billion Projects Short link : Post Views: 23
Gulf Business
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Riyadh curbs parking hassles: Residential permits rolled out
Image credit: Getty Images The Riyadh Parking Project has introduced the first phase of managed unpaid parking in residential neighborhoods, marking a significant step toward organising public parking and reducing traffic congestion. This move aims to prevent vehicles from commercial streets spilling into nearby residential areas, enhancing the quality of life for residents. Building on the success of paid parking zones in commercial districts, the project now regulates residential parking through digital permits issued via the Riyadh Parking app. These permits allow residents and their visitors to park conveniently while curbing unregulated parking that often causes inconvenience. The pilot phase launched in the Al Worood neighborhood, with plans to gradually expand to other areas adjoining paid parking zones, Read- The Riyadh Parking app, integrated with the national Nafath platform, offers a secure and user-friendly way for residents to manage permits. Enforcement is supported by periodic monitoring vehicles equipped with cameras to ensure compliance. Launched in August 2024, Riyadh Parking is among the world's largest smart parking initiatives, targeting the regulation of over 140,000 unpaid residential spaces and 24,000 paid commercial spots across 12 zones. The project aligns with Saudi Vision 2030's goals to create a more organized urban environment and improve city living standards.
Arabian Business
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Arabian Business
Riyadh launches first phase of managed residential parking to slash congestion and protect spaces for residents
Riyadh has begun the first phase of managed unpaid parking in residential neighbourhoods, aiming to reduce congestion, protect parking spaces for residents, and prevent spillover from busy commercial streets. Part of the Riyadh Parking Project—one of the world's largest smart parking initiatives—the scheme aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to create a more organised urban environment and improve residents' quality of life. The initiative builds on the earlier rollout of paid parking zones on commercial streets and will regulate residential parking through digital permits issued to residents and their visitors via the Riyadh Parking app. Riyadh car parking Linked to the national Nafath platform for secure login, the app ensures that unpaid residential spaces are prioritised for residents, reducing the inconvenience caused by unregulated parking. The first phase covers Al Worood neighbourhood, with gradual expansion planned to other districts bordering paid parking zones. Enforcement will be supported by monitoring vehicles equipped with cameras, carrying out periodic patrols to ensure compliance. Launched in August 2024, the Parking Project aims to manage over 140,000 unpaid residential spaces and 24,000 paid commercial spaces across 12 zones—making it one of the largest coordinated parking systems globally.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
Riyadh launches non-paid managed parking in residential neighborhoods
RIYADH — The Riyadh Parking Project has launched the first phase of its non-paid managed parking initiative in residential neighborhoods, as part of a broader plan to organize public vehicle parking and curb improper practices, including the spillover of cars from commercial areas into adjacent housing districts. This rollout follows the earlier implementation of paid parking in key commercial streets and aims to enhance parking efficiency, reduce random and unauthorized vehicle use in residential areas, and improve the urban experience. The managed parking concept in residential zones targets vehicles not belonging to residents by introducing digital residential parking permits for residents and their guests, available through the Riyadh Parking mobile app. The app is linked to the national 'Nafath' platform, enabling secure registration and access. The initial rollout covers Al-Wurud neighborhood, with plans to expand to other areas near commercial streets in future phases. The project uses advanced technology, including smart patrol vehicles equipped with automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, to monitor parking violations both in commercial zones and surrounding neighborhoods. Launched in August 2024, the Riyadh Parking Project is one of the largest smart parking initiatives globally. It aims to regulate over 140,000 non-paid residential parking spaces and manage 24,000 paid spots in commercial districts. Phase one includes 12 zones in neighborhoods such as Al-Wurud, Al-Rahmaniyah, West Olaya, Al-Muruj, King Fahd, and Al-Sulaimaniah. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Saudi Gazette
Riyadh launches non-paid managed parking in residential neighborhoods
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Riyadh Parking Project has launched the first phase of its non-paid managed parking initiative in residential neighborhoods, as part of a broader plan to organize public vehicle parking and curb improper practices, including the spillover of cars from commercial areas into adjacent housing districts. This rollout follows the earlier implementation of paid parking in key commercial streets and aims to enhance parking efficiency, reduce random and unauthorized vehicle use in residential areas, and improve the urban experience. The managed parking concept in residential zones targets vehicles not belonging to residents by introducing digital residential parking permits for residents and their guests, available through the Riyadh Parking mobile app. The app is linked to the national 'Nafath' platform, enabling secure registration and access. The initial rollout covers Al-Wurud neighborhood, with plans to expand to other areas near commercial streets in future project uses advanced technology, including smart patrol vehicles equipped with automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, to monitor parking violations both in commercial zones and surrounding in August 2024, the Riyadh Parking Project is one of the largest smart parking initiatives globally. It aims to regulate over 140,000 non-paid residential parking spaces and manage 24,000 paid spots in commercial one includes 12 zones in neighborhoods such as Al-Wurud, Al-Rahmaniyah, West Olaya, Al-Muruj, King Fahd, and Al-Sulaimaniah.
