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5.2 T For the central section

(regular rebound)

5.2 T 5.1 T 4.2 T 4.1 T 3.1 T 3.2 T 2.2 T 2.1 T

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The urban code powers for the Wadi Hanifa area

The urban and architectural regulations and requirements mentioned in all documents related to the urban code for the Wadi Hanifa area are
.
considered an affirmation of Space , It is the primary reference, with the cancellation of any previous controls and conditions that conflict with it.
commitment to the required safety and security requirements, the Saudi Building Code, and other municipal requirements. We also confirm that the code documents

The urban planning of Wadi Hanifa area, including its controls and requirements, is subject to periodic review and work is being done to develop it.

And update it.

Compliance with the controls and conditions referred to above shall not create any right of recourse against the Royal Commission for Madinah.

Riyadh shall not be liable for any claims or compensation for any damages that may arise as a result of compliance with this obligation or because of it.

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Available development patterns

Page number | 7
The following types of development are permitted in the 5.2T central section:

Mixed buildings (commercial - residential - office)

Description

Mixed-use buildings, with a maximum of two and a half floors. Mixed

uses (commercial, office, and residential) are permitted.

Plot width: 20 meters minimum*.

Land area: 600 square meters minimum*.

street

street Permitted uses by floor

50% upper
Commercial - Office - Residential
annexes
street

Commercial - Office - Residential First round

Commercial - Office Ground floor

street

The land may be fenced to protect it from encroachment until it is developed according to the following conditions:
All commercial activities are permitted except for the following:

The fence height is 1.8 meters. Industrial activities.

The fence should have a permeability of at least 80%. Industrial workshops.

Barbed wire is prohibited. Warehouses.

It is prohibited to cover fences with metal panels, advertising boards, fabrics, etc. Building materials racks.

All activities related to automotive services (such as maintenance workshops, car washes, etc.) must be located within fuel stations (according to the controls

and requirements of the relevant authorities).

.2 The Royal Commission for Riyadh City must be consulted for lands larger than 5,000 m2.

* Existing plots of land approved prior to the adoption of this code are exempt from the controls and requirements for plot areas and dimensions only.

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Development requirements and building regulations

Page number | 9
The following requirements and controls must be adhered to:

This section can be constructed in one of the following two types:

1. A building with an inner courtyard.

.2 Building without an internal courtyard
The inner courtyard is an open space surrounded on at least three sides, two of which (at least) are within the main building.

Land Coverage Ratio Controls Land Coverage Ratio Controls

Backend Backend
60% maximum without inner courtyard 75% maximum if an internal courtyard is provided.

street 2m backset street 2m backset

Maximum Number of roles allowed Number of roles allowed

Maximum
land Two floors + 50% upper annexes land Two floors + 50% upper annexes
coverage ratio 60% coverage ratio 75%
or or

Ground floor + mezzanine + 50% upper annexes Yard area: 6% of land Ground floor + mezzanine + 50% upper annexes
area minimum
Parking
setback

setback

setback

setback
panel

metres

metres

metres

metres
panel
panel

panel
The courtyard
Side

Side
Side

Side
Side

Side

Side

Side
rebounds The length of the side does not decrease rebounds
2

2
About 5: meters
street

street

street

street
rebound Type of facade floor rebound Type of facade floor

Minimum 6 meters Minimum 6 meters

(including pedestrian
Interface (including pedestrian
Interface
6m front setback 6m front setback
sidewalk). Ground Front sidewalk). Ground Front
street front facade street front facade
floor, floor
floors 6 meters minimum. Upper floors
Property boundaries Alawite Property boundaries 6 meters minimum.

Backend 2 meters minimum.

Backend
2 meters minimum.
Ground Ground

floor, floor
floors 2 meters minimum. Upper floors
Alawite 2 meters minimum.

Side facades Side facades

street
Parking 2 meters minimum.
Ground (adjacent)
street
2 meters minimum.
Ground
(adjacent)

floor floor,
floors 2 meters minimum.
street Upper floors 2 meters minimum. street Alawite

Area and dimensions of the internal

street street
courtyard: The total area of the courtyard(s) must not be

street street less than 6% of the land area, and the length of any side

of the courtyard must not be less than 5 meters.

The setback is not included in the area of the interior
courtyard.

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Building Positioning
Page number | 10
Illustrative examples of the positioning of buildings and spaces

Illustrative examples of the positioning of buildings with an inner courtyard

Example 4 Example 3 Example 2 Example 1

courtyard

courtyard

Street
Positions
Street

courtyard
courtyard

Positions
Positions

Access to basement
parking Street Street Street Street

Illustrative examples of building placement without a courtyard

Example 4 Example 3 Example 2 Example 1

Positions
Street

Positions
Positions

Positions

Street Street Street Street

courtyard
Positions building property limit

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The courtyard

Page number | 13
Inner courtyard controls

General Controls Inner Courtyard

If the internal courtyard is located on Inner courtyard: It is an open space surrounded on at

Inner courtyard
the front facade, the following least three sides, two of which (at least) are within the
conditions must be adhered to:
main building.

The tiling percentage of the courtyard

floor shall not exceed 70% of the
courtyard area, and the Area 6% limit
minimum
remainder shall be green spaces. The total area of the yard(s) must not be
less than 6% of the land area, and the length
Plant trees along the front of the yard
of any side of the yard must not be less than
at a rate of one tree for every 6
5 meters.
One meter of yard length, and at
least one tree. 5 meters minimum

Wrong practices are not permitted Warning:

It is prohibited to roof the courtyard and place services above it, and only the Projections from blocks or balconies of upper floors shall not exceed Setbacks are not included in the area allocated Parking spaces are prohibited within the yard.
for the yard. Operating licenses for sales outlets (kiosks), such as restaurants and cafes, are
use of light canopies that do not turn the courtyard into an internal space is permitted. the minimum required area of the internal courtyard.
prohibited within the minimum area of the main courtyard.
If the yard area exceeds the minimum required, the excess space may only be utilized by
obtaining operating licenses for sales outlets (kiosks) in this area, provided that this is
calculated within the parking requirements according to the type of activity.

It is prohibited to place services and equipment on the courtyard facades, such as:

Air conditioning units and backup generators.

Ventilation outlets for parking facilities.

Natural gas tanks, unless provided underground.

Water meters and service facilities must be covered with barriers, in coordination
with the companies providing basic services and facilities.

Required
Minimum 6%

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Heights
Page number | 15
The following requirements and controls must be adhered to regarding heights:

Detailed requirements Detailed building heights without mezzanine floor

Surface rotation For a building without a mezzanine floor

Upper attachment height

Building level 0.15m max. The height of the ground
roof elevation
0.20 meters minimum
1.8 m sidewalk level 0.15 m max*. floor above the sidewalk level
0.40 meters maximum
(from the main streets side)

6m max.
4m maximum Ground floor height
3.25m minimum.
Upper attachment

4m maximum 4 meters maximum. Height of upper floors

First round

6m maximum 1.8 meters roof elevation

3.25m minimum

Ground floor Ground floor level 0.20m minimum. Upper

0.40m max. attachment height

Detailed building elevations with mezzanine floor

*Ground floor level in case of land slope

Only if there are slopes in the land, the ground floor level is permitted to be higher than the For the building with a mezzanine floor

level of the main street sidewalk by a maximum of 0.6 meters at the lowest point of the slope,
The height of the ground
provided that the level difference treatments (stairs or ramps) on the front setback or pedestrian
Building level 0.15m max. 0.15 m max*. floor above the sidewalk level
sidewalks do not exceed.
sidewalk level (from the main streets side)

8 meters maximum.
6 meters minimum. Ground floor height
Example 2: Dealing with land slopes Example 1: Dealing with land slopes

4m maximum
Upper attachment
0.6 meters 3 meters minimum. Mezzanine floor height
from attributed
Maximum building Maximum building height
height 0.6 meters sidewalk
from the sidewalk level 0.6 meters maximum
sidewalk level

3m minimum. 4 meters maximum. Upper attachment height

Maximum building
height 0.6 meters Mezzanine floor
8m maximum
from the sidewalk level
entrance 6m minimum Ground floor

1.8 meters roof elevation

sidewalk sidewalk
end
end
rebound
end street end
Ground floor level 0.20m minimum. Upper attachment
rebound street
Ownership Ownership
0.40m max. height

Floor heights are calculated from the level of the concrete slab to the level of the next concrete slab.

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The walls
Page number | 17
Fence controls according to their types

Fence controls vary depending on their location on the plot.

Property boundary walls (neighbors) Front facade wall

rebound rebound
end end

Ownership Ownership
end end

Forward rebound Forward rebound

It is placed on the property boundaries from the neighbors' side. Placed behind or on the front setback.

Height 3 meters. The fence must extend from the front of the building.

Maximum height 1.5 meters.

Fence heights are calculated from the sidewalk level, and if there is no sidewalk, heights are calculated from 0.15 meters from the street level.

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General Provisions
Page number | 19
The following general provisions must be adhered to:

The main entrance to the building Facade glass requirements Design and finishing of facades

The entrance must be distinct and clear within the facade. Does the storefront glass not contain advertising signs? He should All facades facing streets must be designed in accordance with permitted materials and colors.

It is permitted to create mobile and fixed umbrellas, and to project them within the front setback (provided that Shop fronts must be provided with clear, non-reflective glass.
they are suspended). Appliances and equipment must not obstruct the facade glass.

Clear glass and must

It does not contain any

advertising boards or posters.

Ground floor level Distance between entrances Depth of the store

The ground floor level shall not be raised more than 0.15 meters above the main street The distance between the entrance to residential use and the entrance to commercial premises must not be The depth of any commercial premises must not be less than 4 meters.

sidewalk level. less than 4 meters.

Only if there are slopes in the land, the ground floor level is permitted to be higher
than the level of the main street sidewalk by a maximum of 0.6 meters at the lowest
point of the slope, provided that the level difference treatments (stairs or ramps)
on the front setback or pedestrian sidewalks do not exceed.

4
m

Not less than 4 m Not less than 4 m

Entrance to a residential Entrance to a

commercial store entrance commercial store

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General Provisions
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The following general provisions must be adhered to:

Sidewalk continuity and pedestrian movement Special requirements for the front setback area (6 meters) Pedestrian sidewalk and parking within the front setback

Sidewalks and pedestrian walkways must be maintained and not be encroached upon, nor must Side walls are not allowed to protrude beyond the front setback (6 meters). A 2.2m wide pedestrian sidewalk is provided at the beginning of the front setback area, after which front
their continuity be interrupted by ramps at basement parking entrances and other areas. The pedestrian sidewalk must be continuous in the front setback area and no obstacles must parking can be provided.
be placed that impede pedestrian movement (such as fences, plant pots, stairs, etc.).
Hanging umbrellas may be placed within the front setback area, provided that the sidewalk

area does not exceed (2.2 m).

. .
With the street And harmonious color Front parking spaces must be paved with distinctive materials.

(such as interlocking).

2.2 meters

setback
front
6m
P
P
P position P
Property boundaries

Ramps for people with special needs Buildings that provide a drive-through lane

Accessibility for people with special needs must be taken into account by providing ramps with Comply with all provisions of this guide (5.2T) (in addition to referring to the special guide for
a slope not exceeding 12:1. buildings that provide a path for car requests (Through-Drive).

The net slope width must not be less than 0.9 m.

exit

street
main
0.9 meters
At least

Maximum slope: Drive-Thru

Entry
1 vertical meter for every 12 linear meters1

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following general provisions must be adhered to:

Barriers Covering fences Prohibited additions to

A

Prohibit the installation of metal barriers and other materials on fences and building roofs. Y
It is prohibited to cover fences with metal panels, advertising boards, fabrics, etc. fences: Broken glass, barbed wire, and any similar materials are prohibited
in fences.

waste collection rooms Electrical room doors Electrical room Equipment and Services

It is necessary to allocate an inconspicuous space for collecting waste according to the municipality’s requirements. doors must be painted in the same color as the facade. It is prohibited to place devices, equipment, air conditioning extensions, and services
on any building facade, whether overlooking a street or neighboring buildings.

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General Provisions
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The following general provisions must be adhered to:

Open windows to skylights Afforestation Protrusion beyond the setback limit

Service ventilation (kitchens, bathrooms) must be separated from ventilation in other spaces. At least one tree must be planted per building within the property boundary. It is prohibited for any building element, fence, staircase, car entrance ramps, etc., to
protrude beyond the front setback (except for suspended umbrellas, provided that the sidewalk
area does not exceed 2.2m).

restroom kitchen

rebound
end

restroom kitchen

rebound
end
Ownership Ownership
end end

restroom restroom

The percentage of windows on the main facades Front fence in mixed use

Windows must be provided at a minimum of 20% of the facade area of each floor for facades It is prohibited to erect a fence in front of the facades of commercial stores.

overlooking streets.

office restroom
20%
20%
20%
office restroom rebound
end

office restroom

Ownership Ownership
end end

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General Provisions
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The following general provisions must be adhered to:

Rooftop service elements Structural elements and side walls Architectural styles and formations

Service items such as air conditioners, tanks and antennas must be hidden above the building's roof. The foundations and footings of buildings and structures must not encroach on adjacent land The use of architectural styles and formations alien to the region, such as wooden huts and sloping roofs

and must be located entirely within the property boundaries. (such as tiles), in all their forms, is prohibited in all buildings.

The upper water tank shall not be raised above the level of the roof deck. Side walls must be built within the property boundary and not just the neighbor's wall.

property limit
It is prohibited to place any
service elements on the
The minimum setback is 4 meters from
roof of the upper annex.
the roof slope overlooking the street
when placing service elements on the roof. 4m It is preferable to
allocate a rear
surface for service
elements such as air
conditioners, tanks
and antennas on the roof.

Basement height Open windows on the backend Lighting

If the basement is more than 1.5 meters high from any facade, the basement is considered a ground floor. In the event that windows are opened in the rear facade of the building for the upper floors and mezzanine The color tone and intensity of lighting approved in the lighting code issued by the Royal Commission for

floors, an additional 1.2 meters must be set back from the end of the rear setback and a 1.8 meter Riyadh City must be followed.

curtain must be raised.

property limit

1.2m

1.8m
First round

1.2m

1.8m

Ground floor
Street/Neighbor

Main Street
The basement
1.5 m

2m
Ground
floor rebound

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following general provisions must be adhered to:

Sidewalks and internal pedestrian walkways

Car entrance
The sidewalk shall not drop to street level. The sidewalk shall remain at this level, and car ramps shall be used to raise the sidewalk. Parking When providing internal sidewalks and walkways, their width must not be less than 2.2 meters.

entrances shall not

Protruding decorations, steps, or anything that obstructs pedestrian movement are prohibited on the minimum sidewalk.
occupy more than 30% of the width of the street facade. The basement parking entrance ramp shall not
protrude over the sidewalk or street. The basement parking entrance ramp shall start after the front setback. If the land
is located on two streets, it is preferable to locate the parking entrance on the side street and at least 9 meters away from the corner of the land.

Width less than 2.2 m

2.2m minimum

Entrance/basement entrance

car ramp Display of entrances and exits to the parking area

It is preferable to provide a shared entrance and exit with a width of 3.5 meters for parking spaces with 20 spaces or fewer.
continuous pedestrian sidewalk
A 3.5-meter-wide entrance and a 3.5-meter-wide exit are provided for parking spaces with more than 20 spaces. It is preferable for the entrance and

exit to be adjacent to each other within a single entry and exit area.

7
basement meters
entrance

3.5

meters 3.5 meters

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Parking requirements

Number of parking spaces

Residential apartments:

One parking space per residential unit if the area is 130 square meters or less.
Two parking spaces per residential unit if the area is larger than 130 square meters.

Other uses and activities:

It shall be in accordance with the general conditions and requirements approved and applied in the city.

Parking lot requirements

Parking vest requirements A shade tree must be provided for every 4 parking spaces at least.

Maximum height 1.5 meters. Parking spaces must be screened from street facades either by buildings or by placing a parking cover subject to special requirements.

The height of the solid part shall not exceed 0.75 metres.

Columns shall not be more than 0.75 metres wide.

Plant beds should be integrated into the fences and planted and cared for year-round.

The fence must have openings that constitute a minimum of 40% of the fence area.

Openings may contain designs or decorations provided that they are at least 50% transparent.

The distance between the columns ranges from 2 to 5 meters from their centers.

The distance between the columns ranges from 2

1 to 5 meters from its centers

The height of the solid part shall not

exceed 0.75 metres.

Openings may contain designs

The fence must have openings that
or decorations provided that
they are at least 50% transparent. constitute a minimum of 40% of
the fence area.

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General Provisions
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Provisions for merging residential plots

The residential lands shown are allowed to be merged as follows:

side street side street Residential plot, Demonstration 3T

3T 3T 3T 3T 3T 3T 3T 3T 3T
5.2T
5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T 5.2T

5.2T plot of land

main street 5.2T plot after main street
merger

Provisions for the rear plot of land after merger

Conditions of the back lot area after merging In the event of a merger with a
The upper attachment is residential plot, there are
prevented in the back Windows on the side facades of the
3T 3T requirements that must be adhered
5.2T piece area. upper floors and mezzanine floors 5.2T to within the boundaries of this plot.
3T are prohibited from opening except Side panel side street
on skylights only, provided that the
5.2T 5.2T
main street side street skylights are closed on all sides except the roof. The piece is an area
background

It is prohibited to build a second floor

main street
(upper annex) within the rear plot area.
Side panel
3T
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3T 3T
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Secondary interface provisions

The third case The second case First case the condition

Secondary interface
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Secondary
interface
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Condition

A A

Miss 20% minimum of street width, equivalent to 1000 sq.m. width facade 20% minimum of street width, equivalent to 1000 sq.m. There is no secondary facade and both facades are treated as a street Bounce and Advanced
Street width (minimum 3 meters) (minimum 3 meters) Main Interface

A. Open windows by 20% of the facade area of each floor. Windows

There is no secondary interface and both interfaces are treated as primary
Open windows by 20% of the facade area of each floor A. Ratio
interface.
b. Adherence to the conditions for opening windows in the backend* b. Privacy

There is no secondary interface and both interfaces are treated as primary The wall
3m high rear facade wall Follows fence and parking vest requirements
interface.

There is no secondary interface and both interfaces are treated as primary

Follow the main facade finishing pattern Follow the main facade finishing pattern Facade finishing
interface.

There is no secondary interface and both interfaces are treated as primary

Block entrances and exits Entry and exit are allowed (within the commercial depth only) Pedestrian entrances
interface.

There is no secondary interface and both interfaces are treated as primary

Block entrances and exits Entry and exit are allowed (within the commercial depth only) car entrances
interface.

*
See the requirement for windows to open on the rear facades in the General Provisions.

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Rules for colors and cladding materials

Colors permitted for use on building facades Prohibited substances

It is prohibited to use materials with reflective surfaces

on building facades, such as reflective marble,
granite, and aluminum panels (cladding).

The use of brightly colored glass is prohibited . The

glass shall be transparent or in shades of color derived
from the same color palette permitted for use on
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building facades.

Do not leave cement blocks unfinished.

It is prohibited to build the upper annex with materials different from

the rest of the building.

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Reflective marble and granite Unfinished blocks

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Aluminum panels (cladding) Glass of non-matching colors

Color codes according to (Hex color code)

It is prohibited to use primary colors and bright colors that do not match the natural or desert colors of the Wadi Hanifa area.

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Sidewalk design
Page number | 31
General requirements

Sidewalk details Sidewalk dimensions

The design method, materials, and dimensions of sidewalks shown in the drawing below must be adhered to in order to achieve continuity and consistency in
The sidewalk height above street level is
pedestrian sidewalks:

0.15 meters.

Sidewalk width 2.2m.

Determine the plant basin

2.2 meters

setback
front
6m
220

Property boundaries

Plant basin requirements

Plant beds must be provided on at least 20% of the length of the facades facing the street, and this percentage may be distributed over more than one bed.

Plant beds are prohibited in front of entrances.

10 The height of the basins must not exceed the height of the sidewalk.

Plant beds must be planted and maintained. At least one tree

125 must be planted for every 10 meters of facade length to provide shade for the sidewalk and street.

Plants and trees must not obstruct pedestrian movement on the sidewalk.

10 *The types of plants and trees must be adhered to according to the Riyadh Plant Guide.
Plant basins should be on the right side.
60

The street 15
always

Interlocking paving pattern and colors

Dimensions of the corridor
Allowed

5 10
sidewalk level
The arrangement
5
pattern shall be as
15
10 shown in the attached
30 15 Street level
drawing, and

only gradient colors are allowed.

Light beige
or light gray.

Dimensions in centimeters

*Riyadh Plant Guide - a reference book issued by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

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Detailed controls

Connecting new sidewalks to old sidewalks Pedestrian and vehicle ramps

If there is a difference in the pavement level, it must be addressed at the meeting point to ensure smooth continuity of the pavement. At the entrances to the cars, there is a slope.

The width of the sidewalk must be stepped at the intersection to the required width. The ramp allows for smooth movement of

2.2 pedestrians and people with special needs on

meters

Incorrect treatment Correct treatment the sidewalks.

The slope is divided into two parts:

Pedestrian ramp width not less than 1 meter .

Meter and its slope angle does not exceed 8.5

Pedestrian ramp degree.

The car ramp should not be more than 3.5

Maximum car ramp width 3.5 meters metres wide (or 7 metres if the entrance

Pedestrian ramp angle degree

and exit are adjacent) .

car ramp
8.5 degrees maximum
pedestrian ramp

Neighbor 2 can complete the car ramp (if it is If the vehicle entrance is at the end of the ground,
End of the sidewalk
His car entrance is attached to the car entrance. Provide a pedestrian ramp on one side only.
The sidewalk must be closed with a cement block or curb.
To his neighbor (and then provide a pedestrian ramp on his side. The responsibility for completing the second pedestrian ramp lies with the neighbor.
10 cm wide at the end of the sidewalk. The neighbor can

2 1
New Remove this spacer and complete the interlocking paving

pattern.
1 1

Neighborhood 2
Neighborhood 2

Neighborhood 1 Neighborhood 1

car ramp Pedestrian ramp in front of the property (Jar 2) Pedestrian ramp in front of the property (Jar 1)

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Design Guidelines | 5.2T

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It is recommended to follow these design guidelines in order to enhance the local identity of Wadi Hanifa and the urban character.

and architecture in the region. These guidelines also contribute to promoting the principles of sustainability and humanizing the urban environment.

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Building facades and features

When designing facades and their details, care must be taken to ensure consistency with the local architectural style, while avoiding any architectural style that represents another, different geographical area. Y

The human scale must be taken into account in the design of buildings and facades, and they must be visually harmonious. To achieve this, the appropriate placement of blocks along the facades on the streets must be taken into account. Y Building facades:

The use of internal courtyards in design is encouraged, as is their use in ventilation and natural lighting, and their employment in buildings. All blocks and buildings within a Y
Choosing the location of the buildings:

single project should be characterized by a clearly defined architectural style, such that all architectural elements are linked together with a unified identity and character, and with a degree of discipline in formation and design language. Among Y

these architectural elements that must be in harmony with each other are: entrances, openings, doors, ceilings, rosettes, ornaments, and all architectural elements. Characteristics of the medals:

Entrances and windows must be visually and functionally linked and harmonized with balconies and canopies, providing shade and reducing the resulting heat during the daytime hours, especially on the western facades.
Building elements:

Care was taken to avoid monotony and stereotypes in the design of buildings, so that each building has its own design that reflects the local identity in a special way. Y
Excellence and originality:

It is necessary to avoid using architectural elements that are not related to the prevailing character of the region, such as arched facades and decorations (foreign to the local character) added for decoration that do not fit with the nature of the
Bumps and bumps:
region.

The main entrances to buildings should be located on the main facades, avoiding placing them on setbacks or in places that are not visible or obvious. Y
Building entrances:

Part of the rooftop areas are utilized. It is encouragedthat rooftops be utilized in accordance with the latest green building solutions, sustainability principles, and energy efficiency, and that Y

Building roofs:
As a space and an outdoor outlet.

Positioning and orientation of buildings

Neighbors' privacy is taken into account when designing and orienting the building's masses, as well as when opening windows Y
Building Orientation:

and balconies .

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When designing fences (whether solid or decorative), take into account that they are in harmony and harmony with the materials and architectural design of the building.Y Front walls:

It is encouraged to pay attention to the design of fences so that they are not completely solid, but rather contain aesthetic aspects such as the use of contrast in materials, columns and openings. Y

Fence design:
Decorations, and attention was also paid to designing the metal fence decorated in a style that harmonizes with the building’s design and the local character.

When designing gates and entrances, care should be taken to ensure they are compatible with the design of the building and fence in terms of colors, materials, and design
Y
Gates:

style. It is preferable to plant local plants and flowering shrubs along the base of the fence, in the form of niches in the fence or suspended from the fence .

Parking

It is recommended that parking spaces be paved with materials that are compatible with the building’s design and also with the local character, especially if they are visible and exposed to the street. Y Parking:

Access to parking:
It is recommended that parking entrances be on the rear facades (if there is a rear driveway) or side on the secondary facade (where possible). Y

It is recommended that the design of parking sheds be carefully considered, and that their design be compatible with the building’s design, materials, and colors (especially if they are visible from the front facade), while emphasizing the need to Y

Private garage:
prevent the sheds from extending beyond the property boundaries.

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Site coordination

Planting and landscaping are consistent with the character and landscape of the Wadi Hanifa area. The use of desert rocks is encouraged, and crops that require excessive amounts of water are avoided.

Site coordination:
It is not preferable to plant dense grass and other plants that require large amounts of water. When arranging the site, the principles of agriculture suitable for the region (zeroscape), which requires a low level of

irrigation water, must be taken into consideration.

Doors and windows

The sizes of doors, windows, and ornaments should be consistent with the sizes and proportions derived from local architecture along the front facades. The dimensions of the Door and window sizes:
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windows, whether square or rectangular, should be taken into account only.It is recommended that the main and secondary facades contain two Y

types of windows. It is preferable to shade the windows on the western facades, or to be in a deep internal cavity, or it is preferable to install the window frames inside the wall at a depth of 10 cm as a minimum, such
Y as: Windows:

With shading means, door shutters or sunshades.

It is preferable that the finishing of door and window designs be consistent with the local character of the area. Permissible finishes include natural wood, paint colors such as off-white, yellow, beige, brown, and Y

Door and window frames:

traditional paint patterns for doors and windows.

If mesh is used on openings and windows, patterns inspired by local norms must be followed, and light and vision transmittance must be achieved at a transmittance ratio that meets the requirements in this guide.
Doors and windows:

Garage doors visible from the street facades must be designed to limit their terrestrial impact by paying attention to their design and choosing their colors to match the design of the building and fence.

Garage doors:
Roller shutters/doors should not be used as garage doors. Y

Materials and colors

The materials (especially on the ground floor) must be of high quality, durable, and reflect a sense of sustainability and low maintenance. No more than two materials or forms of materials should be used in

buildings.
Building materials:

The use of external cladding materials such as glass or metal panels is not recommended. If used, they should be used at decorative level only.

green buildings
Buildings must achieve energy efficiency, which includes, for example: 1. The use of passive cooling, such as orienting buildings to take advantage of prevailing winds for ventilation or the shade of plants; 2. The

use of locally sourced materials; 3. The use of mobile/roof or fixed canopies facing south and west towards the building facade; 4. The use of materials with low heat absorption; 5. The use of electrical appliances

with high energy efficiency. Energy efficiency:

The use of horizontally projecting roofs, fixed canopies, shade canopies, outdoor porches and columned porticoes, porches, and other shading elements is encouraged to prevent heat gain and shade building

walls from direct sunlight.

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