emphasized Public Authority for Roadsthat Saudi Road Code It is required to plan the parking lots of buildings and facilities according to controls aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety, reducing random parking, contributing to raising the efficiency of the road network within cities, and improving the flow of traffic.
The organization explained that the code recommends that Parking They should be located in locations that do not impede traffic movement on nearby roads and intersections, and do not force pedestrians to cross major roads, thus enhancing safety and reducing accidents.
Ensuring a safe environment
The Authority pointed out that parking lots must take into account the movement of pedestrians and cyclists at their entrances and exits to ensure a safe environment for all users, noting that these requirements are part of the ongoing efforts to organize public facilities and raise the quality of life.
The Saudi Road Code is a comprehensive technical reference for all entities responsible for roads in the Kingdom, including ministries, city development authorities, regional secretariats, municipalities of cities and governorates, and others, to enable them to access the necessary information to plan, design, implement, operate and maintain all types of roads, taking into account environmental aspects and the requirements of self-driving vehicles, as well as guidelines, procedures and checklists for all road networks to ensure the appropriate level of quality, safety, security, economic efficiency and sustainability.
The General Roads Authority continues to expand the application of modern technical standards with the aim of improving the experience of road users and ensuring the highest levels of safety, efficiency and sustainability, in order to achieve the Kingdom's goal of reaching the sixth global index in road quality by 2030.
