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Urban Planning & Municipal Affairs

In line with the Kingdom’s 2030 vision, Urban Planning & Municipal Affair’s top priority is the dedication to improving the quality of life within the entire Diriyah district by introducing regulations and guidelines which are designed to preserve the area unique cultural status within the Kingdom, whilst ensuring the maintaining of the Najdi heritage and distinct architectural style of Diriyah, as well as protect and preserving the environment and natural geology of Wadi Hanifah.

Our Objectives

  • Developing regulations that will ensure sustainable growth.
  • Providing multiple governmental services designed to enhance the quality of life and people experiences within the area.
  • Ensuring proper guidelines and codes so that people can continue to have an excellent quality of life.
  • Building long-lasting relationships with the community, its leaders, and all those who play a role in helping Diriyah to grow.

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Wadi Hanifa Code

  • Preserving the historical identity of the region.
  • Protecting the environment and the natural geology of Wadi Hanifa.
  • Establishing clear guidelines for urban developments.
  • Following rules and regulations to ensure natural harmony and seamless integration between our areas and neighborhoods.
  • Improving the welfare and quality of life for all those living and working in Diriyah.



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Community Service Center

Available to assist you and answer your inquiries by providing all the information and procedures of our services.

Working hours: 9AM - 5PM
Address: 8500 Prince Sattam Ibn Abdulaziz St. - Al Shohda Dist. AD DIR'IYAH-Riyadh 12572 – 4000, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Design Studio

Available to support the beneficiaries on their designs by providing advice and guidance to achieve the objectives & requirements of Wadi Hanifa Form-Based Code.
 
To book an appointment with our Design Studio, please contact us at: eservices@dgda.gov.sa



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FAQ

A Form-Based Code is an urban planning and zoning tool that fosters predictable, high-quality built environments by regulating land development based on physical form and the public realm.
FBC is Place-Based, specific to the character and needs of a city, town, or local community. 

– Enables the land owner to make better use of their land area.
– Achieves greater harmony between residential areas and public areas.
– Respects the unique environmental features of the Hanifah valley through the protection of the valley and creating a pattern of sustainable development.
– Creates a unique urban environment in ADDIRIYAH in a form that reflects identity and heritage.
 

The transects in the Wadi Hanifa Form-Based Code depends on the location of the land and contains many uses/activities such as commercial, residential, public facilities and gardens.

The Design is not Unified, the Wadi Hanifa Form-Based Code contains design requirements that are applicable to many designs.

Land Alteration is allowed as long as it will fit the urban fabric and Wadi Hanifa Form-Based Code regulations.

There are no requirements or restrictions in the Form-Based Code regarding the sale and purchase of the land.

The renovations in the external interfaces are based on the requirements specified in the Wadi Hanifa Form-Based Code.

Need assistance?

We are here to serve you, please contact our team.

info@dgda.gov.sa

92 000 26 22