Saudi Arabia: Fines up to SR200,000 for water misuse under new regulatory framework

Gulf News · last updated March 23, 2025 – 4:07 AM

In the urban sector, fines include SR10,000 for using inefficient plumbing fixtures such as non-compliant faucets, mixers, showers, bidets, and flushing systems. Removing or tampering with the efficiency components of these fixtures can incur a penalty of SR2,000. Water wastage due to cracks in storage tanks, insulation issues, or faulty float valves can lead to fines of up to SR50,000.

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