In accordance with the powers assigned to the Authority in the Implementing Regulation (Regulation No. 1), and in an effort to ensure the safe and sound performance of the lands and properties of the economic cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Economic Cities Authority issues this Regulation.

In accordance with the powers assigned to the Authority under the Implementing Regulation (Regulation No. 1), the Authority shall have the authority to organize and manage all lands and buildings, as well as development works and their construction and use in the economic cities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The provisions of this Regulation and any other regulations, rules, policy statements, and executive decisions issued by the Authority or its agencies shall apply to all lands and real estate within the scope of the economic cities.

The authority and its agencies are committed to striving to provide all services, permits, licenses, claims, registrations, inspections, and certifications in accordance with the concept of 60⨉24⨉7.

A. The Authority shall establish an agency under the name "Agency for Real Estate and Municipal Affairs."

B. All officials of the Agency for Real Estate and Municipal Affairs shall be appointed by the Secretary-General of the Authority.
C. The Agency for Real Estate and Municipal Affairs shall have all tasks, powers, and responsibilities as delegated by the Authority in accordance with this regulation.
D. The Agency for Real Estate and Municipal Affairs shall report to the Secretary-General of the Authority and provide reports on its activities to him and the Board of Directors of the Authority.

By virtue of the authority stipulated in the Implementing Regulation (Regulation No. 1), and the restrictions contained therein, we delegate to the Authority all its powers, authorities, and duties concerning lands and real estate to the Real Estate and Municipal Affairs Agency.

• A. By virtue of the delegated authority of the agency and its limitations, it shall have the tasks and powers set forth below and detailed in this Regulation:

  • (1) The agency alone is responsible for organizing and managing land, real estate, construction, and development affairs in economic cities.

  • (2) Work on developing, enhancing, and improving the use of land and real estate in economic cities.

  • (3) Ensure the safety and security of individuals, owners, lessors, residents, developers, construction companies, contractors, employees, and users, and ensure the protection of the terrestrial, aerial, and marine environment.

  • (4) Establish and issue rules, standards, procedures, and requirements related to land and real estate in economic cities, including all actions related to ownership transfer, registration of ownership restrictions, land and real estate development, subdivision, usage designation, design, and building requirements, in accordance with the procedures stipulated in the Implementing Regulation (Regulation No. 1).

  • (5) Authority to issue all ownership documents and maintain a record to register all ownership and transfer operations and impose restrictions on land and real estate and development activities.

  • (6) Authority to approve the master plan and monitor its implementation according to what is developed, presented, and executed by the main developer.

  • (7) Authority to set standards for the design, development, construction, and reclamation of land and real estate, buildings, and the improvement and development of economic cities and their infrastructure.

  • (8) Authority to organize, manage, and license to ensure the ongoing maintenance, repair, and construction of all land, real estate, buildings, and development activities in economic cities.

  • (9) Authority to organize, manage, and license all activities related to land, real estate, buildings, and improvement and development activities in economic cities.

  • (10) Authority to impose appropriate fees, dues, and tariffs, and similar charges in exchange for granting licenses, permits, approvals, consents, and providing services and organizing and managing facilities.

  • (11) Authority to conduct investigations regarding violations of this Regulation or any rules or policy statements issued by the agency or any evidence it approves or any executive decisions, and to investigate any incidents, injuries, or damages.

  • (12) Authority to determine penalties for violations of this Regulation or any rules or policy statements issued by the agency or any evidence it approves or any executive decisions.

  • (13) Engage in any activities deemed necessary, beneficial, or appropriate for performing its tasks and functions under this Regulation.

  • (14) In case of emergencies, the agency has the authority to order eviction, determine movement methods, and confiscate properties, as well as all necessary powers to ensure the safety and well-being of users in economic cities.

  • (15) In addition to the functions, tasks, responsibilities, and duties stipulated in this Regulation, the agency shall undertake any additional responsibilities deemed appropriate or necessary by the General Secretary.

• B. No part of this Regulation shall be interpreted as restricting or limiting the authority of the Economic Cities Authority or imposing any restrictions on it.