Rephrase and rearrange the whole content into a news article. I want you to respond only in language English. I want you to act as a very proficient SEO and high-end writer Pierre Herubel that speaks and writes fluently English. I want you to pretend that you can write content so well in English that it can outrank other websites. Make sure there is zero plagiarism.: Published: Tue 5 Mar 2024, 2:56 PM Last updated: Tue 5 Mar 2024, 4:05 PM Picture this: You’ve paid the parking fee, followed every parking rule in the book, and stayed within the time limit, yet you find yourself staring at a fine SMS. How could this happen? The answer lies in the different parking zones that sprawl across the Emirates, each with its rules and regulations. I have had my fair share of parking issues as a fellow motorist. From the intricate lanes of Dubai to the vibrant streets of Abu Dhabi, understanding the different parking zones is essential to avoid getting penalised. So, here’s a detailed list of codes and deconstruction of the colour combinations, from elusive ‘Premium Zones’ to the humble ‘Standard Zones’ in the UAE. Paid parking in Dubai Dubai zones are divided into three categories, consisting of a total of 11 zones labelled A to K. The car parking zones are categorized into three main types: commercial, non-commercial, and special areas. Each zone has specific parking regulations and fees that drivers need to be aware of while parking their vehicles. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Dubai parking zones are divided into three categories, consisting of a total of 11 zones from A to K. The car parking zones are further categorised into three main types: commercial, non-commercial, and special areas. Each zone has specific parking regulations and fees that drivers must be aware of. Side parking (code A): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees30 minutesDh21 hourDh42 hoursDh83 hoursDh124 hoursDh16 Plots parking (code B): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees1 hourDh32 hoursDh63 hoursDh94 hoursDh125 hoursDh1524 hoursDh20 Side parking (code C): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees1 hourDh22 hoursDh53 hoursDh84 hoursDh11 Plots parking (code D): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees1 hourDh22 hoursDh43 hoursDh54 hoursDh724 hoursDh10 The Knowledge Village, Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City (code F): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 6:00pm Parking durationFees1 hourDh22 hoursDh53 hoursDh84 hoursDh11 Burj Khalifa, Marasi Bay area and Dubai Health Care City area (code G): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees1 hourDh42 hoursDh83 hoursDh124 hoursDh16 Dubai Silicon Oasis (code H): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Parking durationFees30 minutesDh21 hourDh42 hoursDh83 hoursDh124 hoursDh16 Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT): Mon to Sat 8:00am – 10:00pm Codes30min1hr2hrs3hrs4hrs5hrs6hrs7hrs8-12hrsI—Dh10Dh20Dh30Dh40————JDh2Dh4Dh8 Dh12Dh22————KDh2Dh4Dh8Dh12Dh16Dh20Dh24Dh28Dh32 NOTE: Parking is free in Dubai on Sunday and public holidays. Additional 30 fils is deducted from the customer’s balance when paying through SMS. No additional fees for payment through the smart application or WhatsApp. Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) enforces strict parking rules and imposes fines on violators. For more detailed report on other parking penalties click here. Paid parking in Abu Dhabi Mawaqif is the public parking system implemented by the Department of Transport in the Capital. In the emirate, all public parking zones are paid. However, free parking in Abu Dhabi is available on Sundays and public holidays. There are two types of parking zones in Abu Dhabi. Parking typeColourFeesMax stay timeSchedulePremiumWhite and BlueDh3 per hr4 hours8am to 12amStandardBlack and BlueDh2 per hr / Dh15 for 24hrs24 hoursFree on Sundays and Public Holidays Residents parking spaces Residents’ parking spaces are part of the standard parking spaces located in residential areas. These are marked with a blue line or with ‘Resident Permit Only’ Mawaqif signage. These permits are enforced from 9pm to 8am. Whereas the same parking spaces may be used by the public (non-permit holders) outside of these timings after paying the stipulated parking fees. Fee structure for apartment and villa residents: Fee for UAE nationals in apartments – Free for four vehiclesFee for UAE nationals in villas – Free For non-UAE nationals residing in villas and apartments: First vehicle: Dh800Second vehicle: Dh1,200 Paid parking in Sharjah The Sharjah paid parking facility is available on almost all the major roads of Sharjah. The parking facilities are present on Al Nahda 5, Abu Shagarah, Al Abar, Al Budaniq, Al Fisht, Al Ghuwair, Al Jubail, Al Khan, Al Khezamia, Al Layyeh, Al Mahatah, Al Mamzar, Al Manakh, Al Meraijah, Al Musalla, Al Nabaah, Al Nad, Al Nahda 1, 2, 3, 4, Al Nahdha – Industrial 1, Al Nasserya, Al Qulayaah, Al Ramtha, Al Rifaah, Al Ruqa Al Hmra, Al Shahba, Al Soor, Al Ghubaiba, Al Yarmook, Al Majarah, Al Majaz-1, 2, 3, Al Sheyookh, Al Showaihiyeen, Bu-Tina, Central Souq, Commercial Muaileh, Industrial Area 12, 13, 15, 17, Industrial Area 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Maysaloon, Samnan, Um Altaraffa, Warehouses Lands. You can use all the parking spots from 8am to 10pm. The parking fee mentioned below is applicable at all paid parking zones in Sharjah. HoursFees1 hourDh22 hoursDh53 hoursDh85 hoursDh12Whole dayDh15 In Sharjah, parking is free of cost on Fridays and public holidays. There are a range of public parking subscription options for both individuals and establishments. A subscription entails a paid parking service, granting the subscriber the right to use the parking spaces within Sharjah city based on the subscription’s specifications. Get detailed report on all subscriptions here. Below is the list of parking fine in Sharjah: Dh150 for not purchasing or displaying a ticketDh100 for exceeding parking timeDh1,000 for parking in handicapped reserved parking spotsDh1,000 for booking a parking spot without a driving license ALSO READ: