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  • Dubai Rental Contracts Reach Dh32.2 Billion in Q1 2026

    Dubai Rental Contracts Reach Dh32.2 Billion in Q1 2026

    Market activity remained robust through the opening quarter of 2026, reflecting structural demand drivers rather than short-term cyclical momentum. The relatively high renewal share suggests a maturing rental cycle marked by stability rather than volatility, with tenants increasingly committing to longer occupancy patterns.

    The 25% decline in cancelled contracts reinforces evidence of stronger market cohesion and improving tenant retention. Industry analysts attribute these trends to Dubai’s sustained population growth, rising business formation, and continued inflow of skilled professionals across multiple price segments.

    The expansion of the property services ecosystem remained a key feature of the quarter. The number of registered real estate offices reached 10,200, highlighting the breadth of participation across brokerage, management, and advisory functions that support the rental market’s efficiency and transparency.

    In parallel, 3,599 licences were issued across a wide range of real estate-related activities. Brokerage licences dominated the total, with 1,564 issued for sales and purchase brokerage and 928 for leasing brokerage. Additional licences covered transaction follow-up services, development activities, valuation, surveying, owners’ association supervision, mortgage brokerage, and property management.

    This diversification reflects the continued institutionalisation of Dubai’s real estate sector and the strengthening of service layers that underpin investor confidence. The steady performance aligns with broader structural shifts in Dubai’s housing landscape driven by corporate relocations and strong job creation in technology, finance, and trade-linked sectors.

    Authorities attribute part of the stability to continuous policy refinement and transparent governance mechanisms that regulate landlord–tenant relationships. The emirate’s evolving rental index system and digital contract platforms have improved visibility for both tenants and landlords, supporting more predictable leasing decisions.

    Strong project launches across emerging corridors are helping broaden housing choices. New mid-market and family-oriented developments in suburban districts are easing pressure on prime locations, contributing to a more balanced supply-demand equation across the city.

    Residential yields in Dubai remain among the most attractive globally, typically ranging between 6% and 8% in many communities, which continues to draw long-term investors into buy-to-let strategies. This has reinforced the rental market’s depth while supporting liquidity across the wider property sector.

    Commercial leasing activity has also remained resilient, particularly in business districts benefiting from continued company formation and expansion. The steady rise in real estate-related licensing activity further reflects confidence among service providers and developers in medium-term demand prospects.

    With sustained infrastructure investment, continued inflows of global talent, and a forward-looking economic agenda centred on entrepreneurship and diversification, the emirate’s leasing sector is expected to remain a central pillar of real estate activity throughout 2026. The latest indicators suggest that Dubai’s rental market is evolving within a well-integrated regulatory and investment ecosystem that combines development momentum with policy stability.

  • Dubai Rental Market Records Dh32.2 Billion in Q1 Contracts

    Dubai Rental Market Records Dh32.2 Billion in Q1 Contracts

    The emirate’s rental market demonstrated consistent performance through the opening months of 2026, with data from Dubai Land Department revealing balanced supply-demand dynamics and improved tenant retention across residential and commercial segments.

    Renewal Activity Outpaces New Contracts

    The 135,607 renewal contracts exceeded new agreements by a notable margin, indicating tenant satisfaction with current terms and locations. Industry analysts view this trend as evidence of market maturation, where both landlords and tenants have adjusted expectations following the sharp price movements of previous years.

    The 25% reduction in contract cancellations marks a significant shift from earlier volatility, suggesting fewer disputes over pricing and terms. This decline reflects the impact of Dubai’s rental regulations, which have helped standardize processes and protect both parties’ interests.

    Professional Services Sector Expands

    The number of registered real estate offices reached 10,200 during the quarter, while 3,599 new licenses were issued across various property-related activities. Brokerage services dominated the licensing landscape, with 1,564 permits for sales and purchases and 928 for leasing operations.

    Additional licenses covered property management, valuation, consultancy, mortgage brokerage, and auction services, highlighting the breadth of Dubai’s real estate ecosystem. This professional infrastructure supports market transparency and provides comprehensive service options for investors and residents.

    Market Context and Outlook

    The Q1 rental performance aligns with broader real estate trends observed across Dubai’s property sector. While off-plan apartment sales climbed 12.9% in March, the rental segment has maintained steady momentum without the dramatic price swings seen in previous cycles.

    The diverse service network—from leasing agents to valuation experts—continues to improve operational efficiency and market accessibility. These professional standards have become increasingly important as Dubai attracts international investors and corporate tenants seeking reliable long-term accommodation.

    With ongoing development projects and consistent tenant inflows, the rental sector is positioned to maintain current activity levels through mid-2026. The combination of regulatory clarity, professional service standards, and balanced market conditions suggests Dubai’s rental landscape has entered a more sustainable phase of growth.

  • Dubai Unifies Real Estate and Residency Services Under Single System

    Dubai Unifies Real Estate and Residency Services Under Single System

    Dubai has taken a significant step toward simplifying government processes by bringing real estate and residency services under one unified platform. The partnership between GDRFA Dubai and Dubai Land Department aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays and create a seamless experience for those investing in or owning property in the emirate.

    The agreement was signed by Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of GDRFA Dubai, and Omar Hamad Bu Shehab, Director General of Dubai Land Department, marking a shift toward integrated service delivery.

    Three Key Services Under One Roof

    Under the new framework, three major residency programmes—Golden Residency, Retiree Residency, and Property Residency—will be integrated into GDRFA Dubai’s system. Applicants will no longer need to navigate multiple government entities to complete their requests. Instead, they will access a single channel that handles the entire process from application to approval.

    Officials confirmed that the integration will reduce waiting times, improve coordination between departments, and enable faster decision-making. Enhanced data sharing between the two entities is expected to create a more reliable and transparent process, particularly as demand in Dubai’s real estate sector continues to grow.

    “This agreement reflects GDRFA Dubai’s focus on placing customers at the centre of services while improving quality of life,” said Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri.

    He also acknowledged the Dubai Land Department’s role in adopting digital tools and automating services, which made this collaboration possible.

    Strengthening Investor Confidence

    The initiative is designed to boost trust in Dubai’s property market and make the city more attractive for long-term investors. By linking residency options directly with real estate ownership, authorities aim to offer greater stability and value to those choosing to live and work in Dubai.

    Bu Shehab described the agreement as a key step toward closer cooperation between government bodies. “It will improve efficiency and raise service standards across the real estate sector,” he said.

    The partnership aligns with Dubai’s efforts to maintain investor confidence amid regional challenges and supports the broader goals of Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to position the emirate among the world’s top three cities by economic output.

    Part of a Digital Government Push

    The move is part of a wider government strategy to connect services digitally and improve accessibility. As Dubai’s real estate sector experiences sustained activity—with transaction volumes rebounding strongly in recent months—authorities are working to ensure that administrative infrastructure keeps pace with market demand.

    The unified system is expected to attract more investment, strengthen market stability, and improve the everyday experience for residents. It reflects Dubai’s ongoing commitment to creating a flexible, responsive government framework that supports economic growth and enhances quality of life.

    By eliminating redundant steps and centralizing critical services, the emirate continues to position itself as a global hub for living, working, and doing business—one that responds quickly to the evolving needs of a diverse, international population.

  • Dubai Property Transactions Rebound 49% After Eid Al Fitr

    Dubai’s property market demonstrated remarkable resilience last week, with transaction volumes climbing sharply as activity resumed after the Eid Al Fitr holiday period. According to Dubai Land Department data, total ex-land transactions reached Dh8.66 billion ($2.36 billion) for the week ending March 29, 2026, up from Dh5.82 billion in the shortened working week prior.

    The sharp recovery indicates that the previous week’s moderated performance was a temporary calendar-driven lull rather than a structural cooling of investor appetite. The data reinforces a broader trend throughout 2026: a market heavily weighted toward primary off-plan sales and apartment-led volume.

    Off-Plan Segment Drives Market Activity

    The off-plan segment continues to serve as the market’s primary engine, generating Dh6.74 billion and accounting for 77.8% of total weekly value. Within this category, apartments remained the preferred asset class, contributing Dh5.46 billion, or 81% of off-plan value.

    Villas followed with a more modest share of 11.3% (Dh763.2 million), while commercial assets represented 7.3% of the off-plan segment.

    In contrast, the secondary or ready market recorded Dh1.92 billion in transactions. While smaller in total volume, the ready segment remains the cornerstone of the city’s established residential hubs, led by Business Bay and Jumeirah Village Circle.

    Cash Dominates Off-Plan, Mortgages Support Ready Market

    The funding structure of the market remains split along traditional lines. The off-plan sector continues to be primarily cash-driven, with 97.9% of transactions conducted as direct sales. Mortgages accounted for a marginal 1.3% of off-plan activity, as buyers typically opt for developer-led payment plans over traditional bank financing for uncompleted projects.

    The secondary market shows higher reliance on the banking sector, with mortgages accounting for 38.3% of transactions (Dh734.8 million). This distinction underscores the differing profiles: the primary market remains a magnet for global capital and investors seeking capital appreciation, while the ready market serves as the gateway for end-users and residents tapping into local liquidity.

    Geographic Highlights and Trophy Deals

    Investor interest remains concentrated in high-liquidity master-planned districts and emerging waterfront developments. Jumeirah Second emerged as the week’s value leader in the off-plan segment, recording Dh591.4 million in deals. This was bolstered by the week’s standout transaction: an off-plan apartment sale worth Dh356.2 million.

    Other top-performing primary locations included Al Yelayiss 1 (Dh566.1 million) and Madinat Al Mataar (Dh555.4 million).

    In the secondary market, Business Bay maintained its status as the most liquid district, followed by Jumeirah Village Circle and the Burj Khalifa area. The highest-value resale was an apartment in Business Bay which cleared at Dh34.1 million, while the top ready villa deal was recorded in Jumeirah Park for Dh11.5 million.

    Market Outlook

    The swift return to high-volume trading following the holiday period highlights the robust buy-and-hold sentiment currently pervading the UAE’s real estate sector. With off-plan developments continuing to absorb the lion’s share of liquidity, the market appears well-positioned to maintain its momentum through the second quarter of 2026.

    As Dubai continues to expand its urban footprint toward the south and through major coastal redevelopments, these high-velocity corridors are expected to remain the focus of both regional and international portfolios. The data suggests that investor confidence remains strong despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the region.

  • Dubai Off-Plan Apartment Sales Rise 12.9% to $4.77 Billion in March

    Dubai Off-Plan Apartment Sales Rise 12.9% to $4.77 Billion in March

    Dubai’s real estate market demonstrated continued resilience in March 2026, with off-plan residential apartment sales reaching AED17.5 billion ($4.77 billion), up from AED15.5 billion in the same month last year, according to an analysis of Dubai Land Department (DLD) data released April 1, 2026.

    Transaction volumes increased 2.3% year-on-year to 7,983 off-plan residential apartment deals, compared to 7,801 transactions in March 2025, reflecting sustained investor confidence in Dubai’s under-construction residential segment.

    Dubai Islands Leads Off-Plan Sales

    Al Masdar Al Aqaari’s latest report revealed that Dubai Islands emerged as the top-performing area by sales value, generating AED1.3 billion from 402 transactions during March. Madinat Al Mataar, near Al Maktoum International Airport, ranked second with AED1.2 billion across 809 off-plan residential apartment transactions while also leading in transaction volume.

    Jumeirah Second secured third place with AED1.1 billion in total sales, driven by just nine high-value transactions within the Dubai Peninsula master development, including Aman Residences Dubai and Peninsula Dubai Residences – Tower 2.

    By transaction volume, Madinat Al Mataar led with 809 deals, followed by Dubai Land Residence Complex with 651 transactions worth AED618.9 million, and Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), which recorded 570 transactions totaling AED660.6 million.

    Luxury Segment Posts Record Transactions

    Dubai’s luxury real estate segment recorded several landmark deals in March, with Aman Residences Dubai completing the third most expensive off-plan apartment sale in Dubai’s history. The transaction, valued at AED422 million, involved a 31,201-square-foot off-plan residential apartment sold at AED13,525 per square foot. The project also recorded another high-value deal, with a similar-sized unit selling for AED356.2 million at AED11,417 per square foot.

    The highest price per square foot during the month was recorded at South Square, Madinat Al Mataar, where a 1,230-square-foot off-plan residential apartment sold for AED19.9 million, equating to AED16,180 per square foot.

    The second-highest rate was at Aman Residences Dubai, where a 3,824-square-foot off-plan residential apartment sold for more than AED55.6 million at AED14,545 per square foot.

    Market Context

    The strong March performance comes as Dubai’s property market shows resilience amid ongoing regional tensions. Industry analysts note that the off-plan segment continues to attract both local and international investors, with move-in-ready properties and under-construction units both seeing strong demand.

    The data reinforces Dubai’s position as a leading real estate investment destination, with developers continuing to launch new projects and buyers maintaining confidence in the emirate’s long-term growth trajectory. As S&P Global Ratings recently noted, strong developer fundamentals and substantial revenue backlogs continue to support market stability.

  • Dubai Records Dh84.6 Million Off-Plan Apartment Sale in Jumeirah

    Dubai Records Dh84.6 Million Off-Plan Apartment Sale in Jumeirah

    A luxury off-plan apartment spanning approximately 11,566 square feet has been sold for Dh84.6 million in Dubai’s Jumeirah 1 district, according to data from the Dubai Land Department’s Dubai REST platform released March 24, 2026.

    The property, located within the Solaya 1, 2, 3 development, was transacted at an average price exceeding Dh7,317 per square foot, reflecting sustained demand in the emirate’s ultra-prime residential segment.

    The transaction contributed to a strong trading day, with total real estate transactions reaching approximately Dh1.57 billion by midday, including property sales exceeding Dh1.32 billion.

    Record-Breaking Luxury Market Performance

    Dubai’s luxury property market delivered exceptional results in 2025, recording 6,668 high-end transactions worth Dh143.8 billion, compared with 4,735 deals valued at Dh99.3 billion in 2024. This marked growth of 41% in transaction volume and 45% in value year-on-year.

    The performance was driven by growing interest from high-net-worth individuals worldwide, attracted by the emirate’s investment environment, regulatory framework, and tax advantages.

    Continued Market Momentum

    The Jumeirah 1 sale follows a series of major transactions across Dubai’s most prestigious addresses. Earlier in March, a luxury off-plan apartment at Armani Beach Residences on Palm Jumeirah sold for Dh92.5 million, while a villa on the World Islands changed hands for Dh220 million on March 12, 2026.

    The sustained appetite for premium properties comes as Dubai’s property market demonstrates resilience despite regional geopolitical tensions, with international capital continuing to flow into the emirate’s real estate sector.

    The transaction underscores the strength of Dubai’s off-plan luxury segment, where pre-construction developments continue to attract significant buyer interest from both resident and international investors seeking exposure to the emirate’s evolving skyline and lifestyle offering.

  • Dubai Property Services Handled 563,920 Customers in 2025

    Dubai Property Services Handled 563,920 Customers in 2025

    Dubai’s real estate services sector demonstrated sustained operational growth throughout 2025, with key metrics pointing to rising activity across permits, valuations, and customer-facing transactions.

    The number of real estate permits issued in 2025 rose 24% to 26,044, reflecting strong demand for regulated property marketing channels. Electronic advertisements dominated activity, accounting for 23,521 permits, signaling how digital platforms are reshaping buyer engagement and developer outreach.

    Valuation Capacity Expands

    The emirate’s valuation infrastructure strengthened considerably during the year. The number of registered real estate valuers reached 133 by the end of 2025, with new registrations rising 50% year-on-year to 33.

    This expansion highlights how valuation has become central to investment decisions, financing, and pricing accuracy, particularly in a market that continues to attract both institutional and retail buyers seeking transparency in high-value transactions.

    Valuation capacity also increased on the ground, with the number of valuation offices rising to 68, including eight new offices added during the year, strengthening the sector’s ability to handle higher transaction volumes.

    Customer Service Network Grows

    Dubai’s real estate service infrastructure expanded with registration and service trustee offices increasing to 32, marking a 14% rise. Transaction volumes processed through these offices reached 282,661 in 2025, up 5% from the previous year, while the number of customers served climbed 7% to 563,920.

    The data points to growing reliance on structured, regulated channels to complete transactions, reflecting both higher activity levels and increased trust in the system as the market maintains momentum.

    Digital Oversight and Governance

    The rise in advertising permits is being supported by tighter regulatory oversight. Initiatives such as the Real Estate Advertising Governance Platform are helping to ensure accuracy and compliance across listings by using digital tools and artificial intelligence to monitor content.

    This approach is designed to enhance credibility in the market, reduce misinformation, and provide buyers with clearer, verified information when making property decisions.

    Structured Market Infrastructure

    The combined growth across permits, valuation services, and transaction channels signals a shift in how Dubai’s property market operates. Support services are playing a larger role in shaping efficiency, improving access, and strengthening regulatory discipline.

    This translates into more transparent pricing, better access to verified listings, and smoother transaction processes for customers, reinforcing confidence in one of the region’s most active real estate markets where regional activity remains strong.

    The expansion in service infrastructure demonstrates Dubai’s commitment to maintaining operational standards and transparency as the emirate continues to process record transaction volumes and attract global capital into its property sector.

  • Dubai Property Transactions Reach Dh3.8 Billion on Monday

    Dubai Property Transactions Reach Dh3.8 Billion on Monday

    Dubai’s real estate market processed transactions worth Dh3.8 billion at the start of the week through 1,194 deals, according to data released by the Dubai Land Department on March 16, 2026.

    Sales accounted for the largest share, reaching Dh2.93 billion through 930 transactions. Among the most prominent deals were properties in Al Yalyis 5 valued at Dh515.6 million, followed by Palm Jebel Ali with transactions worth Dh387 million, and Dubai Land Residence Complex totalling Dh187 million.

    Mortgage transactions reached Dh718.3 million across 243 deals. The largest mortgage was recorded in Dubai South (Dubai Aviation City) at Dh214.4 million, followed by Dubai Studio City at Dh82 million, and Meydan One with mortgages worth Dh81 million.

    Property gifts also contributed to the overall activity, totalling Dh164 million across 21 transactions. The most notable gifts were registered in Mohammed Bin Rashid City – District One valued at Dh43.5 million, Business Bay at Dh34.3 million, and Jumeirah Islands worth Dh28 million.

    The figures reflect continued momentum in Dubai’s property sector, with strong investor interest across a range of residential and mixed-use developments. The single-day volume underscores the market’s resilience as transaction activity remains robust across multiple segments.

    The data arrives as Dubai’s property market staged a sharp recovery in the second week of March 2026, with transaction volumes rising significantly despite continued selling pressure in real estate equities on the Dubai Financial Market.

    Industry observers note that the emirate’s real estate sector continues to attract diverse capital flows, supported by structural advantages and a diversified buyer base. Recent weeks have also seen major development announcements that signal long-term confidence in the market’s trajectory.

    The sustained transaction volumes demonstrate that Dubai’s property market maintains its appeal to both end-users and investors, with activity spread across established communities and emerging districts alike.

  • Dubai Property Market Rebounds as DFM Real Estate Stocks Extend Losses

    Dubai Property Market Rebounds as DFM Real Estate Stocks Extend Losses

    Two weeks after regional conflict began on February 28, Dubai’s real estate sector is demonstrating a striking divergence between physical market performance and listed equity valuations.

    According to Dubai Land Department (DLD) data analyzed by The Real Estate Reports, total transaction value surged to Dh15.66 billion in the week of March 9–15, representing a 51% increase in value and a 58% jump in transaction counts compared to the previous week.

    However, when excluding land plots to remove volatility from high-value land deals, built property value grew a more modest 13% to Dh8.26 billion, while transaction volume rose 56% to 4,327 deals. The gap between volume growth and value growth suggests buyers are proceeding with caution, resulting in a lower average ticket size per transaction.

    Off-Plan Sales Drive Market Activity

    Off-plan properties continued to dominate, accounting for 63% of built property value in the second week of March, only slightly below the 66% recorded immediately after conflict began. Within this segment, villa sales increased their share to approximately 23% of off-plan value, up from 16% the previous week, indicating buyer preference for tangible residential assets over commercial properties.

    The recovery in mortgage registrations provided further evidence of market functionality, with 1,053 mortgages registered during the week, nearly double the prior period, suggesting that the financing infrastructure supporting Dubai’s property sector remains intact despite regional tensions.

    “While the physical market shows signs of a recovery in activity, the heavy-volume sell-off on the DFM suggests that financial markets may be pricing in a more prolonged period of uncertainty.”

    Equity Markets Tell Different Story

    In stark contrast to the physical market’s resilience, the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) continued its downward trajectory. The DFM General Index (DFMGI) fell 5.7% in the second week of March on turnover of 1.52 billion shares—nearly double the volume of the previous week.

    Real estate stocks bore the brunt of the sell-off, with the DFM Real Estate Index (DFMREI) plunging 13.8% last week as investors demanded higher risk premiums for regional exposure. Trading resumed on March 4 with a temporary 5% limit-down threshold implemented to prevent panic selling.

    The divergence highlights how sentiment-driven equity markets are repricing regional risk while the underlying property economy continues to function. For investors, the data suggests that while short-term caution prevails in financial markets, Dubai’s real estate infrastructure and transactional mechanisms remain operational.

    Ali Shahin, founder of The Real Estate Reports, noted that Dubai real estate is proving it can operate under pressure even as listed property companies absorb the immediate shock of geopolitical uncertainty.

    The physical market’s resilience comes despite an initial 50% drop in weekly transactions immediately following the start of regional conflict, with industry leaders citing structural advantages and a diversified buyer base as key factors supporting continued capital inflows.

    For now, Dubai’s property sector appears capable of maintaining operational momentum despite elevated geopolitical risk, though the heavy selling in listed real estate stocks suggests investors remain cautious about medium-term prospects in the region.

  • Dubai Issues New Law to Regulate Shared Housing with Fines up to Dh1 Million

    Dubai Issues New Law to Regulate Shared Housing with Fines up to Dh1 Million

    Dubai has introduced comprehensive legislation to regulate shared housing and establish clear standards for property owners, tenants, and management companies operating such units across the emirate.

    The new law governs how shared housing is managed and occupied throughout Dubai, applying to private development zones and free zones. It covers property owners who allocate units for shared housing, tenants living in those units, and companies licensed to lease and manage real estate on behalf of owners. Housing used for collective labour accommodation is not included under the law.

    Key Objectives

    The regulation aims to protect the rights of property owners and residents, ensure safe and healthy living conditions, prevent overcrowding and informal housing arrangements, address building and land-use violations, promote fair rental practices, and support stability in Dubai’s real estate market.

    Dubai Municipality will oversee shared housing across the emirate, setting policies and strategic plans, determining maximum occupancy levels, defining minimum space requirements per resident, specifying required shared facilities, and designating areas where shared housing is allowed based on urban planning factors such as population density, infrastructure capacity, and neighbourhood character.

    Digital Platform and Registry

    Dubai Municipality will operate a unified digital platform to process permits, store records, and allow authorities to access related data. Dubai Land Department will maintain an electronic registry for shared housing units linked to the municipality’s digital system, updating records when changes occur and setting required details for lease and management contracts.

    Contracts must include information such as landlord details, the number of residents, unit specifications, and space allocated per resident. The authority will also create and update a rent indicator for shared housing based on unit specifications.

    Permit Requirements

    Under the law, no person or company may designate a property as shared housing without a permit. Permits will be issued by Dubai Municipality based on rules set by its Director General in coordination with the Dubai Land Department and other authorities.

    Units must meet technical standards covering maximum occupancy limits, minimum space per resident, required shared facilities, and building and structural standards. Permits will remain valid for one year and can be renewed for similar periods, with owners also able to request a two-year permit. Renewal applications must be submitted at least 30 days before the permit expires.

    Leasing and Technical Standards

    Only property owners or authorised companies may lease shared housing units. Tenants are not allowed to sublease any part of the unit. Units can be leased directly by the property owner, through a company managing the unit for the owner, or through a company leasing the unit from the owner and subleasing it to residents.

    All properties must comply with safety and technical standards covering health, fire safety, sanitation, security, and electrical systems.

    Enforcement and Penalties

    Violations of the law can result in fines ranging from Dh500 to Dh500,000. Repeat violations within one year can lead to doubled fines, up to Dh1 million. The Dubai Land Department may also impose additional measures, including suspending activity for up to six months, cancelling permits, revoking commercial licences, disconnecting public services until violations are fixed, and ordering eviction from units that fail to meet permit rules.

    Dubai Rental Disputes Center will handle all disputes related to the law, resolving cases involving the rights and obligations of owners, tenants, and management companies according to its established procedures.

    Compliance Timeline

    Property owners and companies operating shared housing before the law takes effect must bring their units and operations into compliance within one year. The Director General of Dubai Municipality may grant a one-time extension if needed. The law will come into force 180 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.

    The new regulation follows Dubai’s recent building safety law, demonstrating the emirate’s commitment to establishing comprehensive quality and safety frameworks across its property sector as the market continues to record strong transaction volumes.