Gov’t Allocates Hulhumalé Land for Temporary Parking Solution

The Maldivian government has designated a 90,000 square-foot plot of land, situated in front of the Hulhumalé Cemetery, to serve as a temporary parking space. 

This initiative aims to address the pressing issue of inadequate parking facilities in Malé and Hulhumalé. The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has commenced clearing and levelling the area, located opposite the Police flats. 

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The Transport Minister, Mohamed Ameen, stated that the lack of parking spaces has been a significant concern for taxi drivers and other vehicle owners. He emphasised that this temporary solution would contribute to improving road safety in both Malé and Hulhumalé.

Of the 90,000 square feet, 50,000 square feet will be designated for parking taxis and other vehicles, while the remaining 40,000 square feet will be allocated for vehicles towed by the Police. The minister further noted that parking at the site would become available within the next two days.

Minister Ameen highlighted that this is a temporary measure until permanent parking facilities are constructed. The HDC is currently accepting proposals for the development of 4,000-unit parking buildings in Hulhumalé, a project that is expected to provide a long-term solution to the parking problem.

Vertical Parking Systems to be Relocated to Hulhumalé Phase Two

Minister Ameen also announced plans to relocate the vertical parking systems from Hulhumalé Phase One to Phase Two. 

These systems, originally managed by the Housing Development Corporation (HDC), are now under the authority of the Ministry of Transport.

Minister Ameen explained that the relocation will take place on land recently acquired by the ministry in Phase Two. He also indicated that once the parking systems are transferred, they will be made available for use at a low cost.

The vertical mechanical parking systems were first installed in 2017 as part of a modern initiative to address the rising number of vehicles in Hulhumalé. Although seven systems were initially put in place, they have remained unused. Two of these systems have since been transferred to the Maldives Police Service.