Civil Defense fees are charges imposed by the Civil Defense Administration for various services related to the safety of facilities and buildings. These services include issuing permits, regular inspections of safety systems, maintenance of fire protection equipment, and providing consultations and training. The fees vary based on the type of service provided and the size of the facility or activity.
Services Subject to Civil Defense Fees:
Civil Defense fees vary depending on the type of services provided by the administration and include a range of procedures aimed at maintaining safety in various establishments.
- Issuing Safety Licenses:
Obtaining safety licenses for any facility requires payment of specific fees to ensure compliance with safety standards.- Factors Determining Fees: Type of facility, its size, and the complexity of the required protection systems (fire systems, alarms, emergency exits).
- Issuance Procedures: A safety license application requires inspection by Civil Defense experts to ensure the facility’s readiness.
- Approximate Fees: Fees for issuing licenses range from hundreds to thousands of riyals based on the size of the activity or facility.
- Renewing Safety Licenses:
- Renewal Conditions: Safety licenses are typically required to be renewed annually or periodically, depending on the type of facility.
- Periodic Inspection: Before renewal, Civil Defense teams conduct a periodic inspection of the facility to ensure compliance with required standards.
- Costs: Renewal fees may be similar to issuance fees or slightly lower, varying based on the size of the facility and the number of systems needing inspection.
- Fees for Fire and Alarm System Inspections:
- Periodic Inspection: Major facilities require regular inspections of alarm and firefighting systems to ensure they operate efficiently.
- Inspection Services: The inspection includes verifying the readiness of fire extinguishers, alarms, and sprinkler systems.
- Inspection Costs: The cost of inspection varies based on the number of systems needing examination, typically ranging from hundreds to thousands of riyals.
Fees are paid through official government channels, such as electronic portals or approved offices.
