The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, through the White Land and Vacant Properties Fees Program , clarified the definition of “ the person responsible for paying the fees ” , in addition to his most prominent responsibilities.
The ministry clarified that the taxpayer is any individual or entity that owns property subject to fees, excluding state-owned properties, provided that the property is officially registered in their name at the time the fee invoice is issued, as evidenced by a document proving land ownership. It emphasized that this includes anyone who violates Sharia law or regulations.
Regarding the responsibilities of the person in charge, the ministry indicated that they consist of:
1. Payment of outstanding fees or completion of land development or construction within the statutory period.
2. Submit the required documents and data within the specified deadline.
3. Commitment to electronic communication through the means approved by the program.
4. You bear full responsibility for any fines incurred in the event of a violation.
The ministry stressed that the aim of these measures is to stimulate the development and investment of undeveloped land , which will contribute to increasing the supply of real estate and meeting the needs of the housing market.
