In brief
Bans running any activity before obtaining the municipal licence and the competent authority's licence, and governs issuing and renewing licences and grievances against refusal, cancellation and municipal fines.
Summary of the law
Key points
- No activity may be carried on without a municipal licence and the competent authority's licence for that activity (Article 2).
- Refusal, suspension, non-renewal or cancellation of a licence, and municipal fines, may be challenged (Article 13).
A plain-language summary prepared by Al-Bayan Al-Wadih Law Firm, focused on the violations and problems that come up most in daily life. It is not a substitute for the official text or for legal advice.
What it covers
- Licence before activity
- Issuing and renewing licences
- Grievances
Timeline
- Issued: Royal Decree M/59 · 23/9/1435H
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Official text at the Bureau of Experts
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Full official text
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