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You Could Actually Get Money For Catching City Rule-Breakers!
Ever noticed something off in your neighborhood? If you’ve come across a messy street, illegal construction, or an abandoned building and thought, someone should do something about this?
Well, now “someone” could be you… and you could get rewarded for it!
The Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has unveiled a new initiative that pays residents for reporting municipal violations
Financial rewards will be based on how serious the violation is, how tricky it is to detect, and the effort involved, with payouts of up to 25% of the total fine value.
But it’s not just about money. The program comes with a transparent, organized reporting system to ensure accuracy and avoid duplicate claims. It’s part of a larger strategy to empower communities, improve urban oversight, and make cities cleaner, safer, and more attractive.
Want to get started? The ministry’s Certified Monitor program is your ticket in.
Residents can register through the Baladi platform, complete an accredited training course, and officially join the ranks of city watchdogs
You’ll be helping to tackle visual pollution, municipal violations, and other urban issues, all while earning rewards for your effort. The Certified Monitor initiative builds on the ministry’s community oversight model, which encourages participation, instills a culture of compliance, and promotes shared responsibility for maintaining public spaces. In short: you help protect your city, and your city rewards you for it.
The Cabinet has approved the reward system under strict guidelines to ensure fairness and efficiency. By involving the public in monitoring municipal violations, the ministry is creating a more organized, attractive, and inclusive urban environment, one report at a time.
So next time you spot a municipal violation, remember: your eyes can make a difference… and maybe even earn you a little extra cash while you’re at it.
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