Article 24 of the Saudi Eminent Domain Implementing Regulations

This article regulates the end of temporary taking, that is, when the project owner wishes to relinquish the property and return it.

1. Notice period: the body notifies the owner a sufficient period before vacating the property, not less than 30 days.

2. Form of notification: a letter in two copies, one given to the owner or his heirs at their place of residence or work, and the other kept by the project owner.

3. Particulars of the notification:

• The name of the project owner.
• The subject and date of the notification by day and month.
• The full name of the owner of the property or his heirs.
• The name of the employee or equivalent who made the notification, his employer, and his signature on both copies.

In practical terms for the owner, the property is not returned suddenly, as he is given a period of not less than thirty days to prepare to take it back. This period is important so that the owner can arrange to inspect his property and compare it with the description and inventory report prepared before the taking under Article 23 of the Regulations.

The article does not state the effect of failing to observe the period. Anyone who receives such a vacating letter can consult a lawyer specializing in real estate cases to verify their rights on receipt.