Residents of Abu Dhabi will begin receiving free parking and the ‘Darb’ toll on Sundays instead of Fridays as of July 15. The Department of Municipalities and Transport made the announcement. The choice will help to increase road safety in the emirate and improve traffic flow during peak hours. Read on to know more:
Here’s How Much Darb Gates in Abu Dhabi Will Cost Now
Drivers will be charged Dh4 each time they pass through a Darb toll gate between 7 am and 9 am and 5 pm and 7 pm, Monday through Saturday. The maximum that they may charge each day for a car is Dh16. There is a limit of Dh200 per month for a family’s first vehicle and Dh150 per month for any additional cars they own.
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What Else Has Changed?
The authorities also modified the schedules for the floating bridges to suit the new weekend. On the other hand, parking in Sharjah is a paid service from Saturday to Thursday and is accessible on Fridays around the city, except for zones with information signs in blue.
Parking Fines in Abu Dhabi
After discussing free parking in Abu Dhabi, let’s move on to the touchy issue of parking charges. Mawaqif provides a 10-minute grace period for automobiles parked illegally. Drivers who are ticketed for breaking Mawaqif rules must pay penalties. You may also check your traffic tickets from Abu Dhabi to see whether you have any outstanding debts, such as tailgating fines. Drivers should be aware of the following parking infractions and penalties:
- AED 200 for parking in a banned area
- Parking spot misuse: AED 200
- Parking cars on the sidewalk costs AED 200
How To Get a Parking Permit in Abu Dhabi?
To submit an online application, go to www.itc.gov.ae. Another option is to go to one of the Mawaqif Customer Service Centers or the Customer Service Center for the Department of Transportation. Fill out the application at the centre and turn in the necessary paperwork. Your parking permit application is finished after you have paid the necessary payments.
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