Makkah Begins Clearance of Al-Zuhur Informal Settlement in Al-Shoqiyah as Part of Urban Redevelopment Plan
Makkah – May 11, 2025
Property owners in the Al-Zuhur neighborhood of Al-Shoqiyah, Makkah, have been officially notified to begin vacating their buildings as part of the Al-Zuhur Clearance. This is part of the ongoing urban and environmental redevelopment plan for the holy city, which includes the Al-Zuhur Clearance. This plan includes the Al-Zuhur removal in Makkah. The final deadline for evacuation has been set for December 20, 2025.
A New Phase in Makkah’s Urban Renewal
The Al-Zuhur Clearance marks a new stage in the broader restructuring plan led by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites. Previously, they defined the boundaries of the Al-Zuhur area in preparation for removal.
The project aims to improve the urban landscape and enhance living conditions. Additionally, it intends to integrate the city’s informal neighborhoods into Makkah’s long-term urban vision. Authorities have coordinated with residents to ensure the evacuation process includes compensation. They also provide clear procedural guidance for the Al-Zuhur Clearance.
Al-Khalidiyah Next in Line
After clearing Al-Zuhur, city authorities plan to target the nearby Al-Khalidiyah district next, continuing their push to reorganise informal areas throughout Makkah on a large scale. Residents may wonder if Al-Khalidiyah will undergo a similar clearance process to Al-Zuhur Clearance.
ArchUp continues to monitor the progress of this project. This is part of its commitment to documenting the architectural and urban development journey of the holy city.
