Building Permits for Factories & Industrial Facilities
We obtain building permits for factories and facilities inside the industrial cities through the MODON and Balady platforms — compliant design through to the issued permit.
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What is this service?
Why do you need this service?
A prerequisite before any factory construction can begin inside an industrial city.
A design that meets Modon's requirements avoids drawing rejections and project delays.
Links the project to its environmental clearance and impact classification.
Paves the way for the operating licence and for electricity and water connection.
Service Preparation Steps
Plot study
We study the industrial plot, the activity type and Modon's requirements.
Environmental clearance
Preliminary clearance is obtained from the National Center for Environmental Compliance.
Design
The facility is designed — architectural, structural and safety — to Modon's requirements manual.
Submission
The application is filed through Modon/Balady and coordinated between the authorities.
Clearing comments
Review comments are resolved and the file aligned with the requirements.
Issuance
The building permit is collected, ready for construction.
What does the service include?
Approved Standards & Codes
Frequently Asked Questions About This Service
How do I license a factory inside an industrial city?
The process starts with studying the industrial plot, the activity type and Modon's requirements, then obtaining preliminary environmental clearance, designing the facility to the requirements manual, and filing through the Modon and Balady platforms with coordination between authorities until the permit is issued.
What are the main building requirements in industrial cities?
Modon is strict on details such as setbacks, truck routes, loading and storage zones, ventilation and safety systems. Meeting those details from the design stage is what prevents the drawings being rejected.
Do I need environmental clearance before licensing?
Yes — preliminary environmental clearance is obtained from the National Center for Environmental Compliance according to the activity's environmental impact classification, and the subsequent licensing steps are tied to it.
What is the difference between the building and operating permits at Modon?
The building permit authorises construction of the facility to the approved drawings, while the operating permit is issued after construction is complete, safety systems inspected and hazardous materials disclosed — and it is the condition for operating the factory lawfully.
Why Choose abak?
We combine deep engineering expertise with high quality standards to deliver solutions you can trust.
Experienced Engineers
A team of certified consultants and engineers with long experience in the Saudi market.
High Quality Standards
Strict adherence to the Saudi Building Code and international engineering best practices.
Modern Engineering Solutions
We use the latest tools and technologies to deliver precise, efficient designs.
Professional Consultation
We listen to your needs and design the right solution for your project and budget.
Fast, Reliable Delivery
We commit to timelines and deliver our projects on schedule.
How We Work With You
Clear steps from first contact to final delivery.
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Contact Us
Reach us on WhatsApp or by phone and share your project details.
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Requirement Analysis
We study your needs and set a clear, suitable engineering plan.
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Engineering Execution
Our team executes the work precisely to the highest standards.
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Final Delivery
We hand over complete deliverables with post-delivery support.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Reach our team now on WhatsApp and get a consultation tailored to your service.
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