New parking facilities from Sharjah Municipality

The machines will be operational as of Tuesday, December 12th, 2006.

The new parking meters are located on Lake Corniche Street from both sides (Al Majaz 1), Abdul Nasser Street including sub-streets (Al Majaz 2), Al Wahda Street (Industrial Area 1), Arabian Gulf Street (Al Marjah), Sa'ad Bin Abu Wakkas Street (Abu Shaghara) and King Abdul Azizz Street (Al Nad-Al Mahata-Abu Shagara and Abu Dank).

His Excellency Buti Ahmed Bin Khadem, the Assistant Director General of Finance & Human Resources & Administration, stated, "The program is a step towards the development of Sharjah's parking facilities, to improve traffic in the city and to reduce the number of parking violations."

Prepaid parking cards with various functions will also be available. The All Access Card (Long Term) will facilitate parking all over Sharjah city and will be available for 3 months, 6 months or 1 year. The All Access Card (Short Term) will be available for 10, 20 or 30 days, except Fridays and is ideal for people on a short visit to the city. It is issued without a car plate number and can be used for several cars.

The prepaid parking card is available and can be used at any parking machine. The specific parking card has a yearly charge depending on the area and provides an economical solution for parking in several areas of Sharjah city. It can also be issued with a maximum of two car plate numbers for further convenience. However, only cards with a single number can be reissued if lost.

Finally, reserve parking is a facility that guarantees unique parking benefits at the motorist's area of choice.

In closing, Mr. Buti stated, "These cards will be available starting from the 11th of December, 2006. The Sharjah Municipality's Department of Traffic and Transportation is located behind the Sharjah Sports Club and we welcome any further questions from the people of Sharjah."