Casablanca's Initiative for Visual Cohesion
The municipality of Casablanca is set to implement a new regulatory decision that mandates the cleaning and painting of building facades and commercial establishments, particularly those facing major roads and thoroughfares. This initiative aims to unify the visual identity of Morocco's economic capital and address the noticeable deterioration in urban aesthetics. Proposed by the Public Facilities Committee on March 5, 2026, this decision seeks to leverage administrative policing powers to organize urban spaces, especially after years of neglect that have marred the appearance of many neighborhoods.
Strict Guidelines for Aesthetic Consistency
According to detailed information obtained by "Voice of Morocco," the municipality has established a stringent guideline regarding the colors permitted for facade painting to ensure visual consistency throughout the city. The designated colors include pristine white for the facades of residential, industrial, and commercial buildings, while light gray or light brown is specified for iron and wooden doors and windows. Additionally, silver will be reserved for aluminum doors and windows. However, facades covered in stone or marble are exempt from painting; instead, they must be cleaned regularly using specialized materials.
The regulation stipulates that the painting and cleaning process must occur every five years, although authorities reserve the right to intervene sooner if the condition of a facade deteriorates or its colors fade in a manner that detracts from the city’s overall charm. This mandate applies not only to occupied buildings but also extends to landowners of vacant plots, who will now be required to fence and paint their boundaries. Moreover, the regulation explicitly forbids residents from displaying any items in windows or balconies and strictly prohibits the installation of air conditioning units or satellite dishes on facades and balconies, ensuring public safety and maintaining the aesthetic appeal of the surroundings.
As reported by thevoice.ma.
