Month: January 2026

Riyadh Municipality wins Excellence in Future Resilience Award for Facilities and Assets Management

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Riyadh Municipality wins Excellence Award

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Riyadh Region Municipality won the Award for Excellence in Future Resilience in Facilities and Asset Management, one of the specialized awards under the Arab Award for Asset, Facilities, and Maintenance Management, presented by the Arab Council for Asset, Facilities, and Maintenance Management, during the 23rd International Conference on Asset, Facility, and Maintenance Management held in Riyadh. This recognition reflects the efforts of the Riyadh Region Secretariat in … Read more

Launching the draft control manual for violating residential units Controls and fines of up to 25,000 riyals

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Directory of offending residential units

Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Ministry of Municipalities and Housing announced the release of a draft guide on the monitoring of non-compliant residential units via the «Istisla’al» platform, as part of regulatory efforts aimed at curbing the phenomenon of unauthorized subdivision of residential units, which results in the distortion of the urban fabric and poses structural risks that threaten the safety of buildings and their occupants. The guide establishes a strict regulatory framework, including deterrent financial penalties of up to … Read more

«White Land»: Developing the land stops fees and enhances the efficiency of the real estate market

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe White Land and Vacant Real Estate Fee Program confirmed that completing the development and construction of a plot of land results in the suspension of the fee, thereby contributing to the optimal use of white land and supporting its efficient utilization within urban areas. The program explained that the vacant land fees are intended as an incentive, primarily aimed at revitalizing undeveloped land and achieving balance in the real estate market, in addition to … Read more

«Ejar launches settlement invoice reversal service to enhance transparency of contract termination

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe «Ejar» network announced the launch of a new feature that allows users to reverse a settlement invoice after terminating a lease agreement through the platform, with the option to share it with the relevant authorities, in a move aimed at improving mechanisms for terminating leases by mutual agreement and enhancing the efficiency of services provided to users. «Ejar» explained that this feature is part of its ongoing efforts to improve the lease termination experience, thereby contributing to the regulation of … Read more

International Asset, Facility and Maintenance Management Conference

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International Asset Management Conference

Reading time: 2 MinutesThe capital city of Riyadh hosted the second day of the 23rd International Conference on Asset, Facility, and Maintenance Management (OMAINTEC 2026), with intense professional momentum as part of the approved scientific program, under the gracious patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of the Riyadh Region—may God protect him—affirming the Kingdom’s pioneering role in adopting digital twinning… Read more

Next Thursday Real estate registration in Riyadh, Qassim and Eastern Provinces expires

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Reading time: 4 MinutesThe General Real Estate Authority announced, as the deadline for the first in-kind registration of real estate in a number of neighborhoods in the regions of Riyadh, Al-Qassim, and Al-Sharqiyah, stating that the deadline is Thursday, 26 Rajab 1447 AH, corresponding to January 15, 2026 AD. Riyadh Region: The Authority stated that real estate registration will end in the following neighborhoods in Al-Quway’iyah Governorate in the Riyadh Region: (Plot No. 1077, Plot No. 1051, Plot … Read more

Real estate decisions are not made by mood

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Saudi real estate sector is entering 2026 with a perspective that goes beyond traditional optimism to embrace a new reality that will pave the way for the disappearance of the «real estate bubble,» thereby laying the groundwork for stability across the entire sector. This leads us to view the new year as a year of true maturity; built on updated legislation and regulations, supported by advanced technology, and guided by immense confidence and optimism as clear as the midday sun. From quantitative expansion… Read more

Al-Haqeel: Inauguration of development projects in Jazan enhances the region's attractiveness for housing

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteHis Excellency the Minister of Municipalities and Housing, Mr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, said that the inauguration and laying of the foundation stone for a number of development projects worth more than SR 5.3 billion, confirms that the region continues on its development path and focuses on creating opportunities and achieving sustainable development in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, and puts the human being at the center of attention. Read more

Royal Commission for Riyadh announces award of Riyadh Metro's Red Track Extension Project

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Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Royal Commission for Riyadh City announced the awarding of a contract for the design, implementation, and completion of the new extension of the Red Line within the Riyadh Metro network, adding 8.4 kilometers to the existing line, which extends from King Saud University to the Diriyah Gate development project, and includes five new stations. This project is intended to complement the capital’s public transportation system and strengthen connections between key areas, residential communities, and commercial centers… Read more

When real estate is a responsibility before it's a profit

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThrough my experience in real estate investment in Jeddah and Makkah, it has become clear to me that success is not measured by the size of a project, but by the extent to which one understands what truly serves people. Real estate is not merely a financial asset; it is a decision that has a direct impact on the lives of others. That is why I make sure it is based on an awareness of and respect for the nature of the place and time. In Makkah, this is especially true… Read more

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