RIYADH: The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing issued more than 34,000 building permits across the Kingdom’s regions from January through the end of June 2026, as part of its efforts to regulate construction activities, streamline procedures, and keep pace with urban development in cities and governorates.
The ministry said residential building permits accounted for the largest share of the total, exceeding 28,000 permits. More than 5,000 commercial building permits were issued, alongside over 1,000 permits for government buildings, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
It added that the development of the municipal licensing system and the expansion of digital solutions available through the Balady platform have contributed to simplifying permit-issuance procedures, accelerating the processing of applications, improving the beneficiary journey, and enhancing coordination among relevant entities.
The ministry said the volume of permits issued reflected the diversity of urban projects across the residential, commercial, and government sectors, keeping pace with urban expansion across the Kingdom’s regions. It added that the permits support investment and urban development.
The ministry said it would continue working with municipal secretariats and municipalities to streamline licensing procedures, develop related digital solutions, and enhance operational efficiency, supporting the quality of municipal services, improving the urban landscape, and contributing to the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
