Due to the high importance of Arriyadh as the political and historical capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a high planning Commission has been established for developing the city in all economic, social, cultural, architectural and environmental aspects. The commission is responsible also for drawing policies and procedures aiming at raising the efficiency of services and facilities connected with raising the living standard of citizens and their welfare.

 

The High Commission for the Development of Arriyadh and its executive branch, Arriyadh Development Authority, have been established by virtue of the resolution of the Council of Ministers No. 717 issued on 28/5/1394H. Other regulations and rules were formulated stating its developmental and planning role by the resolution of the Minister of Interior No 4/212 issued on 20/1/1395 H. These regulations allow for high degree of flexibility in administration and financing and wide range of powers and jobs.

 

The Council of Ministers, by its resolution No 221, issued on 2/9/1403H, stated the independent nature of the Commission and that it is the authority concerned with planning in the city. To enable and facilitate implementation of its powers, the resolution declared the establishment of Projects and Planning Center. The resolution stated the role of the center and its responsibility for the comprehensive development projects in the city in addition to conducting planning works and studies.

 

The Council of Ministers has issued a number of resolutions aiming to enable the Authority to handle its increasing responsibilities. On 11/2/1402H, the Council of Ministers decided to give the Authority additional duties to control, coordinate and implement the basic infrastructural projects in the city.

Office Address:

Postal Address: PO Box 94501, Arriyadh 11614, Saudi Arabia

Telephone Number: +966 (1) 4883331

Fax Number: +966 (1) 4880442