A shade structure can really enhance the beauty of your building, but beware, you cannot just erect a shade at random, and think there will be no problem in doing it. Not in Oman because the municipality comes down hard on owners that have erected such structures. Here’s what Technoshade, the best shade company in Oman, has to explain regarding the penalties you have to pay.
The Penalty For Temporary Structures
Yes, the extreme heat in Oman often prompts building owners to erect shades that would give them some sort of protection to the buildings, the goods inside the buildings, and the occupants.Erecting shade structures can protect the building, but when the homeowners do that, they often make a critical mistake – treating these structures as temporary add-ons.
Muscat Municipality and regional authorities have mandated certain rules regarding any external structure that impacts the city’s aesthetic or public safety. Not aligning with these rules could lead to fines ranging from OMR 100 to OMR 300, and you will have to pull down the structure too.
So here is the checklist that would help you make the right move
1. Getting Municipality Approval
Muscat Municipality does not like visual pollution. They will give approval only if the structures look permanent, professional, and aesthetically pleasing. So the residential shades that you are planning on terraces, balconies, patios, or gardens will have to be approved by them, and you will get approval for the shade depending on design and location.
2. Use Only Approved Materials
There are certain materials that you can use based on Oman’s climate and regulatory expectations. When you give your plan to the authorities, they will want to review the following:
- Frame materials
- Fire safety standards
- Fabric durability
- Heat resistant
- Protection against UV exposure
Technoshade uses high-quality, durable materials that you can use confidently for long-term residential use. We make sure the shade is compliant with local standards.
3. Height Restrictions
There are some rules regarding the height of the shade, and it should not exceed the height of your boundary wall to a certain extent. It must not block the view or airflow of neighbors. Shades that are too high may not be safe too because they are likely to catch more wind. This will make the shade unsafe, like a giant kite.
4. Professional Installation
It is very important that the installation is done by professionals in the field. The shade can become non-compliant if installed incorrectly. If the authorities note misalignment, weak anchoring, or design changes, the approval will be revoked.
The rules mentioned above are applicable to warehouse roofing in Oman too, because they will have to follow Muscat Municipality (MM) and Civil Defense (CDAA) regulations.The designs for the shade must comply with MM’s specific boundary setbacks and verify resistance to wind speeds exceeding 140 km/h.
Technoshade can help you counter the challenges faced with shade construction, and will be able to deliver engineered, compliant shade systems that will get approval. The company ensures that your home or facility passes inspections and withstands Oman’s harsh industrial environment.
