{"id":145663,"date":"2026-06-06T17:37:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T14:37:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salamahlaw.com\/?p=145663"},"modified":"2026-06-06T17:37:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T14:37:52","slug":"whats-the-difference-and-how-to-choose-the-right-path","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salamahlaw.com\/en\/whats-the-difference-and-how-to-choose-the-right-path\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Difference and How to Choose the Right Path?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The White Land Fees System outlines mechanisms for objection and grievance against imposed fees, granting landowners the right to challenge the Ministry of Housing\u2019s fee decisions.<\/span>
\n<\/span> In this article, <\/span>Al-Salamah Law Firm and Legal Consultants<\/b> explains the procedural steps required for submitting both <\/span>objections<\/b> and <\/span>grievances<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

First: What Is an Objection to White Land Fees?<\/span><\/h2>\n

An <\/span>objection<\/b> is a written submission to the competent committee within the Ministry of Housing stating the reasons for disputing the imposed fee on a white land.<\/span><\/p>\n

What can a taxpayer object to?<\/b>
\n<\/b> Article 8 of the system grants the land or vacant property owner or their equivalent the right to object to:<\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  • Decisions subjecting their land or property to the fee,<\/span>
    \n<\/span><\/li>\n
  • The valuation of the land or vacant property, or<\/span>
    \n<\/span><\/li>\n
  • The amount of the imposed fee.<\/span> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    What is the competent committee at the Ministry of Housing?<\/b>
    \n<\/b> Article 7 of the White Land Fees System states that a committee or more than one\u00a0 shall be formed by decision of the Minister of Housing.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> Each committee must include at least three members, one of whom is a legal advisor and another a technical specialist.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> This committee is responsible for reviewing violations, applying penalties, and deciding on objections submitted by concerned parties.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What is the objection period?<\/b>
    \n<\/b> According to Article 8, objections must be submitted within <\/span>60 days<\/b> from the date the taxpayer is notified of the fee decision.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> The committee must decide on the objection within <\/span>60 days<\/b> of its submission.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> If no decision is issued within this period, the objection is deemed <\/span>rejected by default<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Second: What Is a Grievance Against White Land Fees?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    A <\/span>grievance<\/b> is a formal request submitted to the <\/span>competent administrative court<\/b> to review the fee decision issued against the taxpayer.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where is the grievance submitted?<\/b>
    \n<\/b> It is filed with the <\/span>competent administrative court<\/b>, usually the one within the same jurisdiction as the Ministry of Housing office that issued the fee decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What happens after submitting the grievance?<\/b>
    \n<\/b> The court schedules a session to hear the case. Each party presents their arguments until both have concluded their submissions.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> The court then closes the proceedings and issues a judgment.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> Based on judicial precedents, grievances are often <\/span>accepted<\/b>, and taxpayers are <\/span>exempted<\/b> from white land fees provided the plaintiff presents strong legal arguments demonstrating the reasons for exemption.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Third: Which Should I Choose Objection or Grievance?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    There is <\/span>no choice between the two<\/b>, as <\/span>objection<\/b> is the <\/span>first and mandatory step<\/b>.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> A grievance cannot be submitted directly to the administrative court without first filing an objection with the Ministry of Housing committee.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> If the taxpayer skips the objection stage, the grievance will be <\/span>rejected<\/b> due to failure to comply with procedural requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Procedural steps in order:<\/b><\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Submit the <\/span>objection<\/b> to the competent committee at the Ministry of Housing within <\/span>60 days<\/b> from the notification date.<\/span>
      \n<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Wait <\/span>60 days<\/b> for the committee\u2019s decision; if no decision is issued, the objection is considered <\/span>rejected<\/b>.<\/span>
      \n<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. File a <\/span>grievance<\/b> with the competent administrative court, including a full statement of reasons and supporting evidence.<\/span> <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n

      How can I object to white land fees?<\/b>
      \n<\/b> By submitting a written objection to the competent committee at the Ministry of Housing within <\/span>60 days<\/b> of being notified of the decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

      What is the objection period?<\/b>
      \n<\/b> 60 days<\/b> from the date of notification.<\/span><\/p>\n

      What is the grievance period?<\/b>
      \n<\/b> There is <\/span>no specific time limit<\/b> for filing a grievance.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Which court is competent to hear grievances related to white land fee decisions?<\/b>
      \n<\/b> The <\/span>Administrative Court (Board of Grievances)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Conclusion<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Al-Salamah Law Firm and Legal Consultants<\/b> provides full legal guidance and support for understanding the <\/span>new White Land Fees and Vacant Property System<\/b> and its <\/span>executive regulations<\/b>.<\/span>
      \n<\/span> If you wish to submit a formal objection, <\/span>Al-Salamah Law Firm<\/b> is ready to assist and represent you professionally throughout the process.<\/span><\/p>\n

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