Whenever we drive, we frequently park our vehicles without much consideration, sometimes even several times a day. Although parking may not seem dangerous, it can carry unforeseen risks that can be prevented. To avoid these risks, the KAUST Road Safety Code offers the following guidance on parking regulations within KAUST:
General Parking Rules
- Please park your vehicle in the designated parking areas, facing the direction of traffic.
- Please refrain from parking in areas that could obstruct or impede Emergency Services, as well as those with signposts or road markings that prohibit parking, including areas marked in yellow paint.
- Parking a vehicle in areas where it could pose a danger to others is not allowed, for example:
- On alternative vehicle routes, including bicycle lanes.
- Places designated for a specific type of vehicle, such as emergency and delivery vehicles, buses, taxis, golf carts, etc.
- Where it causes any unnecessary obstruction of the road.
- It is strictly prohibited for drivers to leave a child who is under 10 years old or any animal alone in a vehicle, and they are responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is not used without authorization.
- Please do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
- It is important to avoid parking on pavements or sidewalks to prevent any harm or danger to pedestrians.
Areas where parking is prohibited
Drivers and riders must not stop their vehicles in an area that will prevent or hinder the free flow of traffic or cause a safety hazard. Stopping, standing or parking is not allowed in specific places which may be signposted, for example:
- On a sidewalk, crosswalk, or within an intersection.
- In a marked cycle lane.
- Beside or to the opposite of any street excavation or obstruction if the vehicle blocks traffic.
- Where road markings are yellow.
- Some parking areas may have spaces equipped with charging stations for golf carts and electric vehicles. Only golf carts and electric vehicles are allowed to park in these designated spaces.
Parking in front of an emergency exit door or other emergency or life-saving equipment, such as a fire extinguisher and AED, is not allowed in KAUST.
Parking for people with disabilities
- Parking for people with disabilities is indicated with road markings or signposts.
- Only vehicles displaying an official disability permit issued by KAUST Security or by the KSA government may use spaces reserved for people with disabilities.
- The authorized holder of the disability permit must be present and enter or exit the vehicle when the parking privileges are being used.
Thank you for Keeping KAUST Safe! For more information about the traffic laws on KAUST roads, please visit the KAUST Road Safety Code. For questions or comments, please contact us at hse@kaust.edu.sa