RGA: Saudi Road Code sets parking requirements to enhance traffic safety

The Roads General Authority (RGA) in Riyadh announced that the Saudi Road Code establishes technical specifications for managing roadside parking to improve traffic safety. This is part of a broader initiative to boost quality of life and elevate safety and efficiency standards across Saudi Arabia's road network.

The RGA highlighted key regulatory requirements. For signalized intersections, there must be a minimum of 15 meters between the stopping zone at traffic lights and the initial parking spot. At non-signalized intersections, the distance between the intersection and the first parking space should be at least six meters.

These rules also stipulate that pedestrian crossings must be kept a safe distance from the first parking spot. Furthermore, parallel parking spaces are required to be divided by dividers to prevent them from being mistaken for vehicle lanes.

The Saudi Road Code serves as a detailed technical guide for all entities overseeing the road sector in the Kingdom, including ministries, city development authorities, regional secretariats, and municipal bodies. It offers essential information, guidelines, technical drawings, procedures, and checklists for planning, designing, building, managing, and maintaining various types of roads while adhering to environmental and safety standards.

The RGA affirmed its dedication to creating a cohesive and transparent legal and regulatory framework. This includes formulating policies and regulations, such as the Saudi Road Code, which align with its responsibility to oversee the road sector.