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Saudi Arabia says all new residential buildings must be earthquake-proof: reports

Saudi Arabia mandates new residential buildings must have earthquake resistant design

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Saudi Arabia mandates new residential buildings must have earthquake resistant design

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing says all new residential buildings in the Kingdom must adhere to earthquake-resistant designs, reports MEP Middle East.

Citing media reports, the news outlet said the Ministry has instructed affiliated agencies and engineering offices to comply with new regulations, which apply to various regions and governates.

The new regulations are introduced in line with the Saudi Building Code.

Earthquakes in Saudi Arabia

Although the Kingdom does register tremors, it is not at risk of a major earthquake the state-run press agency SPA said earlier this month.

An official from the national Geological Survey played down media speculation about seismic activity in the region.

The Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing highlighted the importance of constructing safe buildings in the Kingdom.

It also emphasised amendments to building codes through two royal decrees and defined changes to the Kingdom’s Building Code Application Law.

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